A quick and easy paleo party mix that's gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, and perfect for snacking.
This paleo snack mix is addictive. Salty, smoky and garlicky, it reminds me of traditional snack mix, but without the not-so-desirable ingredients. Just pure nutty goodness accented with garlic infused olive oil and smoked spices.
MY LATEST RECIPESYou can make this snack mix with just about any kind of nuts. I used a cup of sliced almonds and they were perfect in the mix. They were thin and crispy with plenty of surface area for the spicy coating. The walnuts were crunchy with lots of nooks and crannies to hold the spices. The cashews added a little bit of sweetness.
I have been buying a lot of smoked spices lately and this was a perfect opportunity to use some of my latest finds. I used a Yakima apple wood smoked sea salt
This paleo snack mix is salty, smoky and garlicky, just like traditional bar snacks.
- 3 cups mixed nuts I used equal parts sliced almonds, walnuts and cashews
- 1 tablespoon garlic infused olive oil
- 1-2 teaspoons smoked sea salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
- 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked hot paprika to taste
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Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
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Combine nuts in a large bowl and toss with olive oil until well coated.
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Combine salt and spices in a small bowl. Sprinkle over nuts and stir until well combined.
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Spread nuts in single layer on baking sheet. Bake 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned and crispy.
This is amazing! And, tastes exactly like traditional snack mix. The ingredients are simple and it’s quick to whip up. It will definitely be my go to paleo “party mix”. Thanks for a great recipe!
Thank you Tara! It’s my go to mix as well 🙂
I’m going to pick up some nuts this weekend and try this out with a few of our salt blends. Thanks! I also shared this on my blog: http://www.noordinaryhomestead.com/6-clean-quick-recipes-to-curb-the-hunger-recipe-roundup-1/
Awesome! Let me know how your salt blends work out – I always love to see new variations!
This looks so delicious! My husband will love it. One quick question, did you start with raw nuts or unsalted roasted nuts? Thanks for sharing the recipe!
Jen, I started with raw nuts. Hope you and your husband enjoy the recipe!
Thank you! I’m sure we will!
I loove the smokey flavor of this recipe, I’ve actually made it a few times and bring it to work with me. Then all the other guys from work tend to devour it.
I’m always looking for new snack mixes that are gluten free. Can’t wait to make this so I have something new to pack for my afternoon snack at work. Thank you!
You’re welcome, Jane! Hope you love it!
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I found your recipe for paleo snack mix but see the only ingredients are nuts. In the picture the mix appears to have other ingredients. Can you send a list of the other ingredients used in this snack mix? Thank you!
Hi Carol, this is a nut mix – all of the ingredients are listed in the recipe. The sliced almonds add a different texture. That may be what you’re seeing in the photo.
Just made this for the first time and I’m in trouble because I may just eat them all myself! Haha love them!
Enjoyable Healthy snacks! Kids and Adults surely love this.