The holidays are the perfect time to add warming spices to your diet. These cozy flavorings help aid digestion in case you over-do it on Mom’s green bean casserole. Plus, spices like cinnamon are low on the glycemic index but still offer enough zest to satisfy a craving. This year, in lieu of indulging in sugary treats, snack on these spiced nuts. They’re a little bit sweet, a tad peppery and a handful of crunchy.
The holidays are the perfect time to add warming spices to your diet. These cozy flavorings help aid digestion in case you over-do it on Mom’s green bean casserole. Plus, spices like cinnamon are low on the glycemic index but still offer enough zest to satisfy a craving. This year, in lieu of indulging in sugary treats, snack on these spiced nuts. They’re a little bit sweet, a tad peppery and a handful of crunchy.
Ingredients
4 cups nuts (a blend of pecans, cashews, almonds – whatever you like)
1 ½ tsp. cinnamon
½ tsp. cumin
½ tsp. chili powder
½ tsp. nutmeg
3 Tbsp. maple syrup
1 tsp. vanilla
Zest of half a lemon
Directions
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F and prepare a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, mix all ingredients together until nuts are fully coated.
- Spread nuts on baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes.
Snack happy (with controlled portions) or sprinkle these spiced nuts over a salad for extra crunch! Happy Holidays!