Pepper-spiced Pecans and Almonds Snack Recipe

This pepper-spiced pecans and almonds recipe rich in heart-health properties and antioxidants.

What could be better than a crunchy snack filled with disease-fighting antioxidants?

The ancho and chipotle chili peppers are a surprising source of antioxidants from the capsaicin, the compound that gives chilies their heat. The hotter the pepper, the more the antioxidants! Preliminary scientific research is showing that red pepper may possibly help with appetite control by increasing satiety, a feeling of fullness.

Both almonds and pecans are rich in heart-health properties and antioxidants. New scientific research shows that pecans may help with healthy brain function and maybe even weight-loss efforts. Concerned about the fat content? Just remember, a small serving of nuts is very filling and the fats are heart-healthy.

Pepper-spiced Pecans & Almonds

    Prep Time: 10 minutes

    Cook time: 10 minutes

    Yield: Serves 12 (Makes 3 cups 12 servings of ¼ cup each)

Pepper-spiced Pecans & Almonds Ingredients

    3 tablespoons pure maple syrup

    1½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

    ½ teaspoon ground cayenne red pepper

    2 teaspoons ground ancho chili pepper

    ½ teaspoon ground chipotle chili pepper

    1½ teaspoons ground cumin

    ½ teaspoon salt

    2 cups pecan halves

    1 cup whole almonds

Pepper-spiced Pecans & Almonds Ingredients

    Preheat oven to 375 F.

    Line a 10 x 15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.

    In a large bowl, combine maple syrup, Worcestershire sauce and all spices; stir well.

    Add pecans and almonds and toss well to coat all nuts.

    Spread nuts in single layer in prepared pan.

    Bake 10 minutes or until lightly browned.

    Watch closely so nuts don’t burn.

    Cool on wire rack.

Pepper-spiced Pecans & Almonds Nutrition information (per serving)

Calories: 220

Protein: 4g (8%)

Carbohydrate: 9g (16%)

Fat: 19g (76%)

Saturated Fat: 1.5g (6%)

Cholesterol: 0mg

Sodium: 115mg

Calcium: 53mg

Iron: 1.2mg

Vitamin A: 300 IU

Vitamin C: 1mg

Fiber: 3g

 

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