Heart-Healthy Asian Trail Mix
Elevate your snacking game with this Heart-Healthy Asian Trail Mix, a nutrient-packed blend of crunchy nuts, protein-rich freeze-dried edamame, and subtly sweet unsweetened dried cranberries. Infused with bold Asian-inspired flavors from crumbled seaweed snacks, a drizzle of low-sodium soy sauce, and a hint of Gochujang seasoning, this trail mix is both savory and satisfying. Toasted to perfection in the oven, its irresistible combination of textures and flavors is balanced with a touch of sesame seeds and honey for natural sweetness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this wholesome, gluten-free snack is perfect for meal prep, on-the-go munching, or a heart-healthy boost during your busy day.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted almonds
- 1 cup unsalted cashews
- 1 cup shelled edamame, freeze-dried
- 0.5 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 1 pack dried seaweed snacks, crumbled
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries (unsweetened)
- 1 teaspoon Gojuchang seasoning or chili powder
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the almonds, cashews, freeze-dried edamame, and pumpkin seeds.
Step 3
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, low-sodium soy sauce, honey, and Gojuchang seasoning until well blended.
Step 4
Pour the mixture over the nut and seed mix, tossing until everything is evenly coated.
Step 5
Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking tray in an even layer.
Step 6
Bake for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the nuts and seeds are lightly toasted.
Step 7
Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
Step 8
Once cooled, add the crumbled seaweed snacks, dried cranberries, and sesame seeds to the baked mix.
Step 9
Toss everything together until well combined and store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (436.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2171.2 |
| Total Fat 158.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 22.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 766.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 162.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 87.4g | |
| Protein 65.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 408.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2209.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories