Vegan Homemade Roasted Corn Nuts
Crunchy, flavorful, and entirely plant-based, these Vegan Homemade Roasted Corn Nuts are the ultimate guilt-free snack! Made with simple ingredients like dried corn kernels, olive oil, and a bold blend of sea salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper, this recipe delivers a satisfying crunch paired with smoky, savory notes. Perfectly roasted in the oven, these golden bites are a healthier alternative to store-bought snack foods, free of any additives or animal products. Not only are they a delightful snack on their own, but they also double as a crispy topping for salads or soups. With just 5 minutes of prep time and 45 minutes in the oven, you’ll have a batch of these irresistible corn nuts ready to enjoy. Great for meal preps, movie nights, or on-the-go munching, this recipe is vegan-friendly, easy to make, and endlessly addictive!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole dried corn kernels
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the dried corn kernels in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Stir until the kernels are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the sea salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and ground black pepper over the corn kernels. Toss together until the spices are evenly distributed.
Spread the seasoned corn kernels in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring that they are not crowded to allow even roasting.
Roast the corn kernels in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, stirring them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even roasting.
Keep an eye on them during the last few minutes to prevent burning. They should be golden brown and crunchy when done.
Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. They will continue to crisp as they cool.
Once fully cooled, transfer the roasted corn nuts to an airtight container. Enjoy as a snack or a crunchy topping for salads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1904 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.3 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2486 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 335.1 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.7 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 42.9 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1352 mg | 29% | |
*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.
