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Chili lime almonds

Updated: May 27, 2021 / Posted: July 28, 2020 / By Sujatha Muralidhar This post may contain affiliate links· As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases·

Recipe

Are you looking for ways to enhance the protein you intake? this Chili lime almond is one of the delicious alternatives to the regular roasted almonds you eat every day.

Like many of you, I too munch on oven-toasted almonds or soaked almonds until I found this recipe.

This Chili lime almond is one of the delicious alternatives to the regular roasted almonds is kept in a clear jar.

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  • About this recipe
  • What makes this chili lime almond very special?
  • Other spicy recipes,
  • How to make chili lime almonds?
  • How to store?
  • The variations
  • Other snacking recipes you may like,
  • Printable recipe card

About this recipe

This chili lime almonds are seriously addictive to you cannot stop yourself after the taste it for the first time.

These spice coated almonds are flavorsome, crunchy, tasty. Furthermore, each of the almond is infused with the flavors even inside of the nut

This a low carb, a vegan snack that you can rely on for a satisfying feeling.

What makes this chili lime almond very special?

  • The almonds are coated well with the spices that we love to snack on.
  • The recipe is simple and with a couple of easy to find ingredients.
  • Good to store up to a week even at room temperature.
  • Versatile to use, in salads, as toppings, in the trail mix, or just to nibble.

Other spicy recipes,

  • Spicy kale salad
  • Spicy penne pasta
  • Spicy avocado toast
  • Spicy garlic bread
  • Spicy Granola Recipe

How to make chili lime almonds?

This Mexican inspired lime spiced almond is an excellent recipe to start when learning to enhance the food we normally eat. Once we understand the basics of this recipe, we can customize it by tweaking here and there.

The ingredients

Almonds. Choose raw almonds.

Lime juice. Once combined with almonds and roasted in the oven that fresh lime juice turns out to be their major flavoring ingredient in here. It gives an irresistible acidic and charred flavor. And also a good source of vitamin C.

Chili powder. Gives yeah diligent heat, add more for spicy chili lime almonds.

Cilantro. How can be cilantro can be separated from limes? gives a unique aftertaste that brings up all of the ingredients together and also makes the almonds look crazy.

the chili and lime coated almonds in the clear jar with top view.

The recipe directions

Add. In a mixing bowl add almonds, lime juice, red chili powder, salt, chopped cilantro.

Combine. Mix thoroughly until all the ingredients combined together. Set aside thought about one hour. And toss in between for a couple of times to make the almonds soaked with the lime dressing evenly.

Set the oven. Preheat the oven for 350°. In a baking tray spread the almonds without crowding.

Bake. Stir in between and bake for 18 minutes or it's completely done.

Cool. Remove it from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature. And enjoy!

How to store?

Firstly allow the chili lime almonds cool down to room temperature. Then transfer to an air-sealed container. And this can be stored for about 5 days in the kitchen counter.

To increase the storing time, you may refrigerate for use upto a month or freeze to use upto 3 months.

The tempting almonds are easy to store.

The variations

Jalapeno. While making the dressing add finely chopped jalapenos for a spicy variation.

Mint. Substitute half the quantity of cilantro with your finely chopped mint leaves.

Cajun seasoning. Along with red pepper flakes add cajun seasoning for an intense aroma. This is my favorite variation that has a special mention here.

Black pepper. Add coarsely ground black pepper. But avoid using finely ground black pepper as it may get burned why baking and turn the almonds to taste bitter.

Other snacking recipes you may like,

  • Jalapeno peanut brittle
  • Popped Quinoa Recipe
  • Spicy boiled Peanuts
  • Masala Peanuts Recipe
  • Spicy Plantain chips

Printable recipe card

This Chili lime almond is a vegan, low carb irresistible snack.

Chili lime almonds

This Chili lime almond is one of the delicious alternatives to the regular roasted almonds you eat every day. Plus, its vegan, low carb irresistible snack.
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Resting time: 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 209kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup almonds
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 2 tablespoon lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt or as required
  • 2 tablespoon cilantro minced

Instructions

  • In a small mixing bowl, add almonds, red chili powder, lime juice, salt, and minced cilantro.
  • Combine them until almonds are coated well with the added ingredients.
  • Set aside for 1 hour to soak the almonds.
  • Preheat the oven for 350 degree farenheit.
  • In a baking tray, spread the almonds evenly.
  • Bake by flipping occasinoally for 18 minutes or until it is done.
  • Remove it from the oven and allow to cool down.
  • And enjoy snacking.

Notes

The baking time varies according to the oven and the size, quality of the almonds. So do check in between.
You may discard the lime juice is any.

Nutrition

Calories: 209kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 302mg | Potassium: 265mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 214IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 1mg
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword Chili lime almonds
Author Sujatha Muralidhar

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Comments

  1. Kathleen

    July 10, 2022 at 12:11 pm

    I'm always up for a good savory snack that's easy to make. Can't wait to munch on these chili lime almonds.

    Reply
  2. Jayne

    July 10, 2022 at 4:01 pm

    I made these for a get together over the weekend. the flavors of chili lime were terrific! great recipe.

    Reply
  3. Caitlin

    July 10, 2022 at 4:20 pm

    This is the best snack ever! Love how simple it is and that chili lime flavor is addicting!

    Reply
  4. Kate

    July 10, 2022 at 5:43 pm

    What a wonderful way to enjoy almonds. These have just the right amount of heat, and taste amazing. I can't wait to make these again!

    Reply

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