Spicy Mixed Nuts

The foods in this easy recipe are powerhouses of nutrition. Why the recipe is good for you: High antioxidants and fiber in nuts. Nuts lower cholesterol and help prevent heart disease. Adding cinnamon to foods helps suppress blood sugar by boosting insulin activity and cells' ability to process glucose.

• Calories: 255 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg white
• ⅔ cup pecan halves
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ginger
• ⅔ cup walnut halves
• ⅔ cup whole almonds

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Beat egg white and water until frothy. Stir nuts into mixture to coat, then drain slightly in a colander, 3-4 minutes. Mix sugar and spices in a plastic bag. Add nuts and shake to coat. Spread wet nut mixture in a single layer on a microwave-safe plate; microwave on high for 1 1/2 minutes, or until mixture is bubbly. Stir.

Step 2

Microwave another 1 1/2 minutes. Remove; stir to separate. Cool. Store in a sealed container.