Alright, I admit it—I’m a snacker! I love my snacks, especially these Chipotle Lime Cashews. There are a bunch of options on the market when it comes to snacks, but not all are created equal. Also, why spend tons of money on processed snack foods when you can easily make your own tastier version for a fraction of the cost?
A smart option when it comes to snacks: healthy fat sources like nuts. Healthy fats are great for curbing cravings and keeping your blood sugar stable instead of leaving you ravenously eating everything in your pantry—we’ve all been there. However, like snacks, not all fats are the same. Typical options at the store claim to be “health” foods, but the truth is, store-bought options usually contain unhealthy processed oils, meaning saturated fats. That’s why I love these Chipotle Lime Cashews. Like other homemade foods, they completely take the guesswork out of hidden ingredients, are 100% healthy and help you feel your absolute best.
These Chipotle Lime Cashews are also completely customizable. Take away the chipotle lime and swap it out for something sweeter if you have more of a sweet tooth. Sometimes, I like to make these with cinnamon: Instead of ¼ cup lime juice, use one egg white, 2 tbsp. cinnamon and sprinkle with stevia—and just like that, you have cinnamon sugar cashews ready for snacking.
These Chipotle Lime Cashews are…
A great snack
High-protein
A healthy source of fat
Versatile
Quick and easy
Low calorie
Low carb
Crunchy
Nutty
Chipotle Lime Cashew Ingredients
2 cups raw cashews
¼ cup lime juice
2 tbsp. chipotle powder
½ tsp. salt
Chipotle Lime Cashew Directions
Preheat oven to 300°F. In a small bowl, combine cashews and lime juice and then stir. Add in chipotle powder and salt. Continue to stir until evenly coated. Spread cashews evenly on a greased cookie sheet and roast for 10 minutes. Continue to roast until desired doneness is reached . Allow cashews to cool completely before eating.
Chipotle Lime Cashew Nutritional Information
1 serving = ¼ cup (Makes 8 servings)
Calories (per serving): 160
Carbs: 8g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 12g