Spiced Walnut Trail Mix

By California Walnuts
Total Time
15 Mins
Serves
4
Serving Size
about 1 1/2 cup
Meal
Snack

DESCRIPTION

When you're on the go and need a pick-me-up, this sweet and savory trail mix is a perfect balance of flavors. Just prepare the walnuts and mix everything together. Transfer to a portable container of your choosing and you're good to go!

Prep Time
10 Mins
Cook Time
5 Mins
Total Time
15 Mins
Calories
392
Total Fat
27
Saturated Fat
4.5
Trans Fat
14
Cholesterol
0
Sodium
350
Carbohydrates
36
Dietary Fiber
5
Total Sugars
16
Protein
7
Vitamin D
0
Calcium
45
Iron
2
Potassium
290

Ingredients

Toasted Spiced Walnuts

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup California walnuts
  • 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Trail Mix

  • 2 cups popcorn
  • 1 cup pretzels
  • 1/2 cup granola
  • 1/3 cup dried apricots
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips

Preparation

  1. Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add walnuts and stir well.
  2. Sprinkle curry, chili powder, cumin and chili flakes over walnuts and stir until walnuts are well coated. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes or until toasted. Season with salt and pepper and let cool.
  3. Place walnuts in a large bowl with all trail mix ingredients and toss well. Store in a tightly covered container. Take on the go in a mason jar or glass container.