Spiced Spanish Almonds

Crunchy, smoky, and infused with bold spices, Spiced Spanish Almonds are the ultimate gourmet snack to elevate any occasion. Featuring earthy smoked paprika, warm cumin, and a kick of cayenne pepper, these roasted almonds deliver a perfect balance of heat and sweetness with just the right amount of salt. Coated in a spiced olive oil mixture and baked to golden perfection, this easy recipe takes only 20 minutes to prepare, making it a quick yet sophisticated treat. Perfect as a tapas-inspired appetizer, a cocktail party companion, or a protein-packed snack on the go, Spiced Spanish Almonds bring a taste of Spain to your table with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups raw Spanish almonds (skins on)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, sea salt, granulated sugar, and black pepper. Stir well to form a spiced oil mixture.

Step 3

Add the raw Spanish almonds to the bowl and toss them thoroughly in the spiced oil mixture until all the almonds are evenly coated.

Step 4

Spread the coated almonds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the almonds are aromatic and slightly darker in color. Be careful not to over-roast them as they can burn quickly.

Step 6

Remove the almonds from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. They will crisp up as they cool.

Step 7

Transfer the cooled almonds to an airtight container for storage, or serve immediately as a flavorful snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(6.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	19.6

Total Fat 0.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 3.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	0%
Total Sugars 0.4g
Protein 0.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 32.4mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 118.1mg	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: 32.5%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 53.0%