Garlic Roasted Almonds Recipe
These Garlic Roasted Almonds are a simple, savory snack made by roasting raw almonds tossed in avocado oil and seasoned with garlic powder and seasoned salt. Crisp and flavorful, they make a perfect healthy appetizer or nibble anytime.
- Author: Lila
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 21 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw unsalted whole almonds
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt (or kosher salt)
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow easy cleanup.
- Coat Almonds: Place the almonds in a mixing bowl and drizzle with the avocado oil. Stir thoroughly to ensure all almonds are evenly coated with oil.
- Initial Roast: Spread the coated almonds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and place it on the center rack of the oven. Roast for 10 minutes to start developing flavor and crispness.
- Prepare Seasoning: While nuts roast, combine the garlic powder and seasoned salt in a small bowl and mix well to prepare the seasoning blend.
- Season Almonds: Remove the almonds from the oven after 10 minutes carefully. Stir them, then sprinkle the garlic salt mixture over the almonds. Stir again to coat evenly with the seasoning.
- Final Roast: Return the seasoned almonds to the oven and roast for an additional 4 to 6 minutes, watching carefully after 4 minutes to avoid burning. This step intensifies the garlic flavor and crisps the nuts further.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the almonds from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet. Taste and add additional salt if desired. Serve fresh or store in an airtight container for later snacking.
Notes
- Avocado oil is recommended for its high smoke point and mild flavor, but you can substitute with other neutral oils like olive oil.
- If you don’t have seasoned salt, kosher salt works well; adjust quantity to taste.
- Watch closely during the final roasting to prevent almonds from burning as ovens vary.
- Store roasted almonds in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks for best freshness.
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