Chili Lime Pecans

Health Staff
Updated
Chili powder, cumin, and lime zest give these pecans a tangy twist. This recipe makes a batch of 7 1/2 cups, so it's perfect for big parties or to freeze and eat later.

Yields: 6 packages (about 7 1/2 cups)

Prep Time time: 10 minutes

Cook Time time: 25 minutes

Total Time time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten

  • 3/4 packed light brown sugar

  • 6 pecan halves

  • 1 chili powder

  • 2 cumin

  • 1 salt

  • 1 finely grated lime zest

Nutrition

calories 160

fat 14g

saturated fat 1g

cholesterol 0.0mg

fiber 2g

protein 2g

carbohydrate 8g

sodium 89mg

iron 1mg

calcium 21mg

Directions

  1. 1. Preheat oven to 350°F with a rack in center. Line a baking sheet with foil and mist with cooking spray. 2. In a large bowl, whisk egg whites with 2 Tbsp. water until very frothy and thick, about 2 minutes. Whisk in brown sugar until completely mixed in, then stir in pecan halves until coated. 3. Stir together chili powder, cumin and salt. Sprinkle over nuts; toss until well coated. Spread nuts in a single layer on baking sheet. Bake, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 25 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl, sprinkle with zest and toss to mix. Let cool, tossing occasionally to break up clusters.