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    Home » Appetizers/Party Food

    Roasted Almonds with Herbs

    Originally Published: Dec 26, 2017 · Last Updated: Jan 7, 2020 by Ann · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    These easy herbed roasted almonds are so versatile. Perfect to serve with drinks, they would make a terrific snack to serve at your New Year's Eve party. Or if someone else is hosting, roasted almonds also make an amazing low maintenance host/hostess gift.

    Beyond that, you can roast up a batch and keep them around the house or the office for healthy snacking anytime! I've personally made a New Year's resolution to do just that.

    Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through one of these links, I will make a small commission, at no cost to you. I will never recommend anything I don't personally use and love!

    These herbed roasted almonds are from The Art of Simple Food by Alice Waters of Chez Panisse.

    Roasted almonds in a bowl with thyme sprigs

    When we have people over for dinner, I like to offer a little something to munch on with pre-dinner drinks.

    But I don't necessarily want people to fill up on snacks or hors d'oeuvres before the main course is served. That's where these herbed roasted almonds come in.

    (Oh, if you have a few extra minutes, spoil your guests even more and make these spicy cheddar cheese straws!)

    Roasted almonds on a baking sheet

    They take just about five minutes to assemble and get in the oven. The almonds are tossed in a little bit of salted water before roasting which helps to ensure that every almond gets properly seasoned.

    After they come out, just toss them with a little olive oil, add some salt and they are ready to go.

    The original recipe calls for using thyme and winter savory, but I've never seen winter savory at my grocery store, so I settled for just thyme.

    I love the earthy flavor of thyme, but you could use other herbs like rosemary or oregano. You could also substitute other nuts for the almonds, like cashews.

    Closeup of roasted almonds in a bowl with thyme sprigs

    I've never been to Chez Panisse but it's definitely on my bucket list. For whenever we finally get around to that California trip! From all I've read about the place, it sounds like exactly the sort of food I love best. Simple, seasonal, light and perfectly executed.

    Do you have any restaurants you're dying to try?

    These super simple herbed roasted almonds from The Art of Simple Food by Alice Waters of Chez Panisse are perfect to serve with drinks. They're also a great for healthy snacking anytime.#ChezPanisse #herbedalmonds #roastednuts #healthysnack

    Herbed Roasted Almonds

    These simple herbed roasted almonds are perfect to serve with drinks, great for healthy snacking and make a great gift.
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    Course: Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 12 servings
    Calories: 108kcal
    Author: Ann Otis

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cups raw whole almonds
    • 1 ½ teaspoons hot water
    • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
    • 6 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves only
    • 2 teaspoons olive oil, plus more for the pan
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    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet, or cast iron skillet with olive oil
    • Stir together the salt and hot water in a medium bowl to dissolve the salt.
    • Add almonds and herbs to the salt water and toss until well coated. Spread the almonds in the baking sheet or pan in a single layer. Roast for about 15 minutes, stirring once or twice until almonds are toasted. Take care not to burn them.
    • Remove almonds from the oven and put back into the bowl along with two teaspoons olive oil and more salt to taste. Toss until well coated. Cool and serve.

    Notes

    Adapted from The Art of Simple Food by Alice Waters.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 108kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Sodium: 194mg | Potassium: 126mg | Fiber: 2g | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 0.7mg
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    Comments

    1. Dawn - Girl Heart Food

      December 28, 2017 at 11:14 am

      Roasted almonds are seriously the BEST! Though, they are dangerous to be around because I want to eat them all, lol 😀 !!

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      • Ann

        December 28, 2017 at 1:51 pm

        Me too, but since they're healthy I refuse to feel guilty about it! Makes sense, right? 😉

        Reply
    2. Lily {Gastro Senses}

      December 27, 2017 at 8:47 pm

      These sound really good. Definitely going to have to make these for an appetizer/snack for New Year's party ! Happy Holidays!

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      • Ann

        December 27, 2017 at 8:53 pm

        I hope you love them as much as I do! Happy holidays Lily!

        Reply
    3. Riz | Chocolates & Chai

      December 27, 2017 at 12:39 pm

      Ah! Roasted almonds is one of my favourite snacks. I usually get a batch ready during the weekend, and then keep it handy to munch on when I’m working in the evenings.

      Reply
      • Ann

        December 27, 2017 at 12:42 pm

        Yes! So easy, healthy and delicious!

        Reply
    4. Joyce

      December 27, 2017 at 12:24 pm

      Looks delicious! Love almonds!

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      • Ann

        December 27, 2017 at 12:25 pm

        Thanks Joyce!

        Reply
    5. Starr

      December 27, 2017 at 11:42 am

      These look perfect! I love the simple seasonings that you used.

      Reply
      • Ann

        December 27, 2017 at 11:44 am

        Thank you Starr! 🙂

        Reply
    6. Denise from Urb’n’Spice

      December 27, 2017 at 10:16 am

      Roasted nuts are so irresistible, aren’t they, Ann? Your recipe looks delicious and I appreciate the tip about the salted water - brilliant! I ,too, have Chez Panisse on my bucket list. Alice Waters has always been ahead of her time with her Food philosophy - I adore her.

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      • Ann

        December 27, 2017 at 10:41 am

        Thank you so much Denise! I love her philosophy too. She is definitely a pioneer in the local food movement 🙂

        Reply

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