Snacking thoughtfully during the most indulgent season of the year doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice flavor. Just a handful of these walnuts, seasoned with a blend of Moroccan spices and a hint of sweetness, makes for a scrumptious snack that you can feel good about, thanks to plenty of plant-based omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and fiber.
2 cups walnuts
1 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons ras el hanout (store-bought, or recipe follows)
Large pinch cayenne
1 ¼ teaspoons kosher salt
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 tablespoon water
Ras El Hanout:
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 teaspoons ground cumin
3 teaspoons ground turmeric
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon mace
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Recipe and photo courtesy of California Walnuts.
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