Indian Spiced Nuts

Ingredients:

• 1/4 tsp. ground cumin

• 1 1/2 tsp. dark brown sugar

• 1 1/2 tsp. honey

• 1 tsp. olive oil

• 1 tsp. ground cinnamon

• 1/8 tsp. kosher salt

• 1/4 tsp. ground cardamom

• 1/8 tsp. ground black pepper

• 1/4 cup whole almonds

• 1/4 cup whole cashews

• 2 ounces hazelnuts 

• 2 ounces walnuts (optional for extra omega-3 fatty acids) 

Preparation:

• Preheat oven to 350F. Combine cumin, brown sugar, honey, olive oil, cinnamon, salt, cardamom and pepper in a small saucepan. Heat gently and stir to combine. 

• Add nuts to spice mixture and toss to coat. 

• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread nuts evenly on baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.

• Let cool. The spices and sugar create a brittle around the nuts; break apart into ¼-cup servings or serve in a bowl. 

Nutritional value per 1/4-cup serving:

Calories: 218 cal
Fat: 18g (1.9g saturated)
Protein: 5g
Fiber: 3g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Sodium: 114mg