A Nutty & Sweet Anti-Inflammatory Snack Trail Mix Recipe
This Nutty & Sweet Anti-Inflammatory Snack Trail Mix combines toasted almonds, spiced pumpkin seeds, pistachios, dried cherries, and rich dark chocolate chips for a delicious, healthy snack. Packed with antioxidants, healthy fats, and natural sweetness, this trail mix is perfect for an energizing boost or a guilt-free treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Toasting and Mixing
- Cuisine: Health-conscious / Snack
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Nuts and Seeds
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds, toasted or spiced
- ½ cup raw pistachios
Dried Fruit and Chocolate
- ½ cup dried cherries or cranberries
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips (at least 70% cocoa)
Instructions
- Preheat and Toast Almonds: Set your oven to preheat at 350°F (175°C). Arrange the raw almonds evenly on a baking sheet. Bake them for about 10 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting. You’ll know they’re ready when they emit a fragrant aroma and start to brown slightly. Remove from oven and let cool.
- Chop Almonds: Once the almonds have cooled, chop them into coarse pieces to blend well with the other ingredients in the trail mix.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped almonds, toasted or spiced pumpkin seeds, pistachios, dried cherries or cranberries, and dark chocolate chips. Stir thoroughly to evenly distribute all components.
- Store the Trail Mix: Transfer the prepared trail mix into an airtight container. Store it at room temperature for up to five days to maintain freshness and flavor.
Notes
- Toasted pumpkin seeds can be spiced with your preferred seasonings such as smoked paprika, cumin, or cinnamon for extra flavor.
- For a nut-free variation, replace almonds and pistachios with sunflower seeds to accommodate allergies.
- Use dark chocolate chips with at least 70% cocoa content to maximize health benefits and keep sugar content low.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (about 35g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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