Nutrition Facts for Paleo roasted makhana

Paleo Roasted Makhana

Crunchy, flavorful, and diet-friendly, Paleo Roasted Makhana is the ultimate guilt-free snack to satisfy your cravings. Packed with protein and naturally gluten-free, makhana (also known as foxnuts or lotus seeds) is skillfully roasted to perfection in coconut oil, giving it a delightful crisp texture. Infused with a savory blend of sea salt, turmeric, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper, this snack delivers a burst of bold, aromatic flavors with every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this paleo-compliant recipe is perfect for clean eaters looking for a quick and healthy treat. Enjoy it warm or store it as a grab-and-go snack for any time of day!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100
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Prep Time:5 mins
Cook Time:10 mins
Total Time:15 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Makhana (Foxnuts)
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by gathering all the ingredients and placing the makhana (foxnuts) in a sieve.

Step 2

Rinse the makhana under cold water and let them drain completely.

Step 3

In a large skillet or pan, heat the coconut oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Once the oil is warm, add the makhana to the skillet.

Step 5

Roast the makhana by stirring them continuously for about 5-7 minutes or until they become crisp and crunchy.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and add the sea salt, turmeric powder, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.

Step 7

Mix well to ensure the spices coat the makhana evenly.

Step 8

Continue to roast for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse into the makhana.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat and let the makhana cool down slightly.

Step 10

Serve the Paleo Roasted Makhana warm, or store them in an airtight container for later use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (274.5g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 1095.3
Total Fat 28.2g 0%
Saturated Fat 23.2g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 1176.6mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 158.8g 0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g 0%
Total Sugars 0.2g
Protein 23.8g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 153.4mg 0%
Iron 4.4mg 0%
Potassium 1277.7mg 0%
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.8%
Protein: 9.7%
Carbs: 64.5%