Bursting with smoky flavor these Smoked Paprika Roasted Almonds are a tasty snack! Only three whole food plant-based ingredients.
This recipe is for my mom. She's always snacking on these store bought paprika almonds that are drenched in oil. I realized that I could roast some almonds without oil and still deliver the delicious taste of the store bought ones. Let me know if you like them, mom!
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Is oil healthy?
Many people consider oil a health food, but when you think about it you'll realize that oil is actually highly processed.
Oil is made by pressing the fat out of plants (like olives, coconuts, etc.). It's plant-based but it is not a whole food. Does olive oil look anything like whole olives? Does vegetable oil look like vegetables? Nope.
Even 'healthy' oils like olive oil have negative effects on your body. They stiffen your arteries and affect their ability to dilate -- a necessary function. Further, oils contribute to the buildup of plaque along blood vessel walls, increasing heart attack risk. The fat in this plaque buildup releases free radicals that can damage blood vessels even more! (Read more here.)
You can easily get all the supposed health benefits of oils by eating whole food sources of fat - like almonds! Both delicious and nutritious, almonds are one of the healthiest foods!
And these Smoked Paprika Roasted Almonds are begging you to eat them!
Why I love Smoked Paprika Roasted Almonds
- Dietary needs - these almonds are plant-based, gluten-free, oil-free, and sugar-free
- Healthier alternative to store-bought - it's really easy to make these almonds at home. You get all the delicious flavor without any of the oil!
- Crunchy, salty snack - cravings crushed! These almonds are super crunchy and full of salty flavor!
Ingredient Notes
- Raw Almonds: find these in the bulk section of your grocery store. Raw almonds don't have any added oils which is great! You could also experiment with other types of nuts - I think smoked paprika roasted cashews would taste great too.
- Smoked Paprika: If you can't find smoked paprika in the spice aisle, you could use regular paprika and a teaspoon of liquid smoke.
- Salt: salt helps to enhance the flavor. I used kosher salt, but regular salt or sea salt will do.
How to make Smoked Paprika Roasted Almonds
Step 1. Soak the almonds in 2 cups of water. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Allow the almonds to soak while the oven is preheating.
Step 2. When the oven is heated, drain the almonds and spread on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with the paprika and salt. Shake the pan to coat.
Step 3. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the almonds are lightly browned and fully dry, stirring halfway though.
Step 4. Remove from the oven and let cool. Enjoy!
How to make Smoked Paprika Roasted Almonds in your Air Fryer
Have an air fryer? You can easily roast these almonds in your air fryer.
Once you toss the almonds with the paprika and salt, simply place them in your air fryer at 250°F and air fry for 15 minutes, until the almonds are slightly browned.
Recipe Prayer
Jesus, thank you for giving us food that is good for us. Thank you for giving us science and technology that helps us discern what we should put in our bodies. Amen.
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📖 Recipe
Smoked Paprika Roasted Almonds
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Raw Almonds
- 1 Teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Soak the almonds in 2 cups of water. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Allow the almonds to soak while the oven is preheating.
- When the oven is heated, drain the almonds and spread on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with the paprika and salt. Shake the pan to coat.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the almonds are lightly browned and fully dry, stirring halfway though.
- Remove from the oven and let cool. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is an estimate.
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