Rosemary Roasted Mixed Nuts
In short: Mixed nuts roasted with olive oil, rosemary, a little maple syrup and cayenne. A savory-sweet snack for parties, gifts and desk drawers. It takes about 30 min in total and makes 10 servings.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 20 min
- Resting
- 20 min
- Total
- 30 min
- Servings
- 10
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 205 kcal
Warm roasted nuts with rosemary smell wonderful, and they take only 10 minutes to prepare. Olive oil helps the seasoning stick, a spoonful of maple syrup gives a thin glaze and a little cayenne adds warmth without real heat. Make them for a party bowl, pack them into jars as gifts or keep a tin in the cupboard for hungry afternoons.
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 160°C (325°F). Line a rimmed baking tray with baking paper.
- Whisk the olive oil, maple syrup, rosemary, salt, cayenne and black pepper together in a large bowl.
- Add the nuts and toss until they are evenly coated.
- Spread the nuts in a single layer on the tray. Roast for 15 minutes, stirring once or twice, until they smell toasty and look a shade darker.
- Check the nuts. Walnuts and pecans darken fastest, while cashews and almonds can take up to 5 more minutes. Take the tray out as soon as the nuts are fragrant.
- Cool completely on the tray, stirring once as they cool. The glaze sets and the nuts crisp up. Store in an airtight jar.
Tips
- Chop the rosemary finely and mix it into the oil rather than sprinkling it on top, because loose needles scorch fast. Use 2 teaspoons of dried rosemary if fresh is not available.
- You can roast a single type of nut instead. Walnuts and pecans need 10 to 12 minutes, while almonds and cashews need 15 to 18.
Questions and answers
How long do roasted spiced nuts keep?
In an airtight jar at room temperature they stay fresh for 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 3 months.
Can I use salted roasted nuts?
You can, but raw or unsalted nuts let you control the salt. If you use salted nuts, cut the added salt to 1/4 teaspoon and roast for only 8 to 10 minutes.
Why are my roasted nuts sticky?
The glaze only sets as it cools. Let the nuts cool fully on the tray, and if they are still tacky, return them to a 150°C (300°F) oven for 5 minutes.
How long does it take to make Rosemary Roasted Mixed Nuts?
About 30 min in total: 10 min of preparation and 20 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Rosemary Roasted Mixed Nuts?
About 205 kcal per serving, with 5 g of protein, 6 g of carbohydrates and 18 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 205 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 230 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
