Roasted Garlic Parmesan Almonds Salad Topper
Elevate your salads to gourmet status with this irresistible roasted garlic parmesan almonds salad topper recipe! Perfectly crunchy and bursting with flavor, these almonds are coated in a savory blend of garlic powder, grated Parmesan cheese, and a hint of smoky paprika, then roasted to golden perfection. With just 5 minutes of prep and 15 minutes in the oven, this quick and easy recipe transforms simple raw almonds into a versatile topping that adds texture and a nutty, cheesy richness to any salad. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, these roasted almonds also make a delicious snack on their own. Make a batch today and enjoy a salad upgrade you'll crave again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups raw almonds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the raw almonds with olive oil. Stir well to coat the almonds evenly.
Add garlic powder, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix thoroughly so all the almonds are well coated with the seasoning.
Spread the seasoned almonds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even roasting.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the almonds for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through to prevent over-browning.
Remove the almonds from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet. The almonds will become crunchier as they cool.
Once cooled, sprinkle with optional parsley for a pop of color and serve as a salad topper or enjoy as a snack.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1426 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.2 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 27.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 850 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.0 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.3 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.4 g | ||
| Protein | 51.6 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 745 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1610 mg | 34% | |
*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.
