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Need a quick and easy diabetic-friendly snack? Make a big batch of Italian herbed nuts and store them in single-serve containers for a healthy bite any time!

Bowl of Italian Herbed Nuts on table

Looking for a quick and easy diabetic-friendly snack? Whether you’re prepping for a road trip or just want something to munch on during the day, these Italian herbed nuts are the perfect option!

Simply whip up a big batch and store them in single-serving containers or plastic bags. You’ll have a healthy snack with built-in portion control at your fingertips any time.

Most roasted nuts are candied, which means they contain sugar in some form. This savory recipe, on the other hand, is naturally sugar-free. No maple syrup, honey, or agave to be found.

Instead, you’ll taste salty cheese with hints of basil, oregano, rosemary, and thyme. The Worcestershire sauce adds a vinegary punch of onion too.

Read more: Are Nuts a Good Snack for People with Diabetes?

How to make Italian herbed nuts

This recipe is so easy to make. Just mix everything in a bowl, spread it out on a baking sheet, and toss it in the oven. You’ll be guilt-free snacking in no time!

Ingredients in individual ramekins

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a baking sheet with foil.

Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together the ghee (or butter), Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and garlic pepper.

Hern and oil mix in glass bowl

Step 3: Add the walnuts, cashews, and almonds. Mix well to ensure all the nuts are coated.

Step 4: Spread the nuts onto the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle with the cheese.

Nuts with spices and cheese on baking tray

Step 5: Place in the oven and bake for 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to ensure the nuts cook evenly.

Your roasted nuts are ready to enjoy! You can eat them hot out of the oven or store them for future snacking.

The nuts may seem a bit chewy when they’re hot. As they cool, they will become crunchier.

Baked nuts on a baking tray

Variations for this recipe

The beauty of this recipe is that you can really customize it however you like. Have some fun with it!

Prefer pecans to cashews? Make the swap! Want to use olive oil instead of butter or ghee? Go right ahead. Watching your sodium intake? Skip the added salt.

You can also play around with the spices. Instead of 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning, try 1 teaspoon of cumin and 1 teaspoon of chili powder for a Mexican-inspired flavor. Rosemary and thyme would be a delicious combination as well.

Feel free to get creative!

Close-up of white bowl with herbed nuts

Storage

The flavor of herb-roasted nuts will deepen the longer they are stored. That’s what makes them so great to make ahead of time!

Simply store your roasted nuts in an airtight container or plastic bag. They will stay fresh at room temperature for up to a week or in the refrigerator for a few weeks.

Bowl of nuts next to spoon with spice mix

Other roasted snack recipes

For me, a good snack is all about the crunch. It helps me feel satisfied without over-eating! Here are a few of my favorite roasted snacks to satisfy my cravings:

If you don’t want to make snacks yourself, you can also find inspiration in my guide to the best low-carb packaged snacks for people with diabetes.

When you’ve tried this dish, please don’t forget to let me know how you liked it and rate the recipe in the comments below!

Italian Herbed Nuts

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Need a quick and easy diabetic-friendly snack? Make a big batch of Italian herbed nuts and store them in single-serve containers for a healthy bite any time!
Author: Diabetic Foodie
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 16

Ingredients 

  • 1 tablespoon melted ghee, (or butter)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, (or 1 teaspoon dried basil plus 1 teaspoon dried oregano)
  • ¼ teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, (or garlic pepper)
  • 1 cup walnut halves
  • 1 cup cashews
  • 1 cup whole almonds
  • 2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano , (or Parmesan cheese)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the ghee (or butter), Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and garlic powder.
    1 tablespoon melted ghee, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, ¼ teaspoon Kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Add the walnuts, cashews, and almonds. Mix well to ensure all the nuts are coated.
    1 cup walnut halves, 1 cup cashews, 1 cup whole almonds
  • Spread the nuts onto the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle with the cheese.
    2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano
  • Place in the oven and bake for 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to ensure the nuts cook evenly.

Notes

This recipe is for 16 servings. Each serving is a ¼ cup of roasted nuts.
I recommend dividing the recipe into single-serving containers or plastic bags for easy portion control. These nuts are so delicious, it’s easy to over-indulge.
These can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the refrigerator for a few weeks.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Italian Herbed Nuts
Serving Size
 
0.25 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
158
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
14
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
10
%
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
0
g
Cholesterol
 
5
mg
2
%
Sodium
 
96
mg
4
%
Potassium
 
0
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
 
4
g
1
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
 
0
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
0
mg
0
%
Calcium
 
0
mg
0
%
Iron
 
0
mg
0
%
Net carbs
 
2
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.