Almonds with a south-of-the-border kick.
Crunch factor: Good, solid crunch.
Taste: These dry roasted almonds (packed with healthy fats and vitamin E) have a “spicy” and “smoky” coating that had our testers calling for cold beer at 11 a.m. For those who thought the spiciness and saltiness overpowering, our resident dietitian suggests tossing them with dried fruit, such as cranberries.
Overall score: 3.2 out of 5.
The bottom line: High-calorie (170 calories for about 28 nuts), but a great match for beer or margaritas, and nuts in moderation are certainly healthy.
