Fresh Rosemary Roasted Almonds

Recipe sites are filled with gourmet dinners and elaborate desserts, but sometimes (okay, most of the time!) we just need simple, tasty, and nourishing. That’s where recipes like these rosemary roasted almonds come into play.

Tony was loving the maple almonds we have on hand, but I wanted a healthy snack that was savory, sugar-free and still fulfilling as an afternoon nosh. I found this easy option via Cooking Light magazine, and modified only slightly, since the recipe was already naturally dairy-free and nutritious!

To note, these rosemary roasted almonds are not only a good snack, they’re also good party fare! Put out a bowl and watch hungry guests nibble them away as they await the big meal or graze on other finger food offerings.

Special Diet Notes: Rosemary Roasted Almonds

By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan / plant-based, vegetarian, and paleo.

Fresh Rosemary Roasted Almonds

 

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Prep time

5 mins

Cook time

20 mins

Total time

25 mins

 

Recipe adapted from Cooking Light.

Author: Alisa Fleming

Serves: 2 cups (8 servings)

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole "raw" almonds
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (mild or hot)
• ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
• Dash cayenne pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
2. Place the almonds on the baking sheet, drizzle on the oil and toss to coat.
3. Sprinkle with the rosemary, paprika, salt, and cayenne, and toss to evenly distribute the seasonings.
4. Spread the nuts into a single layer and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until lightly toasted.
5. Let cool - they will be hot right out of the oven! Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

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