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Southwest Snack Mix (12-17-2020)

Mom's Tips

December 17th, 2020 by Jim Field

  • 4 cups unsweetened corn cereal squares
  • 2 cups unsalted pretzels
  • 1/2 cup unsalted pumpkin or squash seeds
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro or parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 egg white
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Spray baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.

Combine cereal, pretzels and pumpkin seeds in large bowl.  Combine chili powder, cilantro, garlic powder and onion powder in small bowl.

Whisk egg white, oil and lime juice in separate small bowl until well blended.  Pour over cereal mixture; toss to coat.  Add seasoning mixture; mix lightly to coat evenly.  Transfer to prepared baking sheet.

Bake 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.  Cool completely.  Store in airtight container.

Variation:  Substitute 1/2 cup unsalted peanuts for pumpkin seeds.