Almonds are very healthy and good for you. Here are some facts on these super nutritious nuts:
95 grams of almonds contain 546 calories, 47 grams of fat, 4 grams saturated fat, 0 grams trans-fat, 0 mg. cholesterol, 1 mg. sodium, 21 grams carbohydrates, 12 grams dietary fiber, 4 grams sugar and 20 grams protein. Their estimated glycemic load is 0. They have vitamin A, lots of vitamin E, Niacin, Folate and Choline. They also contain calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium, sodium, zinc, copper, manganese and selenium. Wow!
Here is a very easy recipe for spicing these wonders up!
2 cups raw almonds
2 tsp. olive oil
1 tsp. ground cumin
¼ tsp. cinnamon powder
¼ tsp. garlic powder
¼ tsp. cayenne
½ tsp. salt (more to taste)
¼ tsp. red hot chili sauce
Place raw almonds in a large skillet and toast for 3 minutes – stirring them often to prevent them from burning. Set them aside.
Clean skillet and add oil. Add the spices (minus the hot chili sauce) and cook for about half a minute – until aromatic. Return the almonds to the skillet and mix well. Add the red hot chili sauce and season with more salt if necessary. Mix well to coat all almonds. Cook for another 2 minutes.
Remove from heat, cool down and serve. Enjoy!
