Add some spice to the healthful nuts you’re snacking on. Roasted almonds also make a great addition to a charcuterie or cheese board. Feel free to substitute other nuts such as hazelnuts, cashews, walnut halves, or pistachios for the almonds. If you own a smoker, try smoke-roasting the nuts the next time you fire it up.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole skinless almonds (about 7 ounces)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Coarsely ground sea salt to taste
- 1-1/4 teaspoons Spanish smoked paprika (pimentón de la Vera) or ground cumin
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 325°F. Put the almonds on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with the olive oil. Stir with a wooden spoon until they are evenly coated, then spread them out in a single layer. Roast the almonds until they are a light golden brown, about 20 to 30 minutes, stirring every five minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Step 2
Transfer the almonds to a bowl, season with salt and paprika, and toss to coat. Serve warm or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Yields 6-8 servings