Yeast Free Rosemary Walnut and Pecan Mix
Snacking without yeast-containing ingredients doesn't have to mean settling for bland or boring, and this savory-sweet nut mix is proof. Walnuts and pecans get tossed in a fragrant blend of fresh rosemary, smoked paprika, cumin, and a touch of maple syrup before hitting a low oven, where they slowly roast into something deeply aromatic and irresistibly crunchy. The whole thing comes together in one bowl and one baking sheet, making cleanup almost as satisfying as the snack itself. A whisper of cayenne adds a gentle kick, but it's entirely optional if you prefer to keep things mellow. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of fermented or yeast-derived additives, so there's no label-scanning anxiety — just real, whole food. Let them cool fully on the pan and they'll crisp up beautifully, ready to be stashed in an airtight container for the week ahead.
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8 servings
- 1 ½ cups raw walnut halves
- 1 ½ cups raw pecan halves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the walnuts and pecans with the olive oil, rosemary, maple syrup, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne (if using), salt, and black pepper. Toss until every nut is evenly coated.
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