Chili Lime Pistachios
Spice up snack time with these irresistible Chili Lime Pistachios—an easy, bold-flavored recipe that’s perfect for satisfying savory cravings. Roasted pistachios are infused with the zesty tang of fresh lime juice and lime zest, paired with the smoky heat of chili powder and cayenne pepper. A hint of garlic and a touch of olive oil enhance the nutty richness, while a quick bake in the oven brings out their crunch and deep flavor. Ready in under 30 minutes, these snacks are ideal for parties, movie nights, or as a vibrant topping for salads. Packed with protein and healthy fats, they’re a zesty twist on a wholesome classic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Pistachios
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 whole Lime
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, chili powder, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
Zest one lime using a microplane or fine grater to get approximately 1 teaspoon of lime zest, and add it to the bowl.
Juice the lime to extract about 2 tablespoons of lime juice and set it aside.
Add the pistachios to the bowl with the spice mixture and toss until all the pistachios are evenly coated.
Spread the coated pistachios evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even roasting.
Remove the pistachios from the oven and immediately drizzle them with the reserved lime juice, tossing to coat.
Allow the pistachios to cool on the baking sheet; they will become crisp as they cool down.
Once cooled, store the chili lime pistachios in an airtight container. They can be enjoyed as a snack or added to salads as a crunchy topping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1755 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.5 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 36.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1244 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.6 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.9 g | 107% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.2 g | ||
| Protein | 54.6 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 307 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 2684 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
