Indian Spiced Chex® Mix

Vegetarian
Health score
27%
Indian Spiced Chex® Mix
15 min.
22
229kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your snacking game with a delightful twist on a classic favorite? Introducing Indian Spiced Chex® Mix, a vibrant and flavorful snack that’s perfect for any occasion! This vegetarian treat combines the crunch of rice, corn, and wheat cereals with the rich, nutty goodness of cashews, pistachios, and almonds, creating a satisfying blend that will keep you coming back for more.

In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a batch of this irresistible mix that serves 22 people, making it an ideal choice for parties, game nights, or simply as a delicious afternoon snack. The unique combination of spices, including ground cardamom and ginger, adds an exotic flair that sets this recipe apart from traditional Chex® Mix. A hint of cayenne pepper brings a subtle kick, ensuring that every handful is bursting with flavor.

Not only is this Indian Spiced Chex® Mix a treat for your taste buds, but it’s also a healthier option, with each serving containing only 229 calories. Whether you’re looking for a quick appetizer to impress your guests or a tasty snack to enjoy while binge-watching your favorite show, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. So gather your ingredients, and let’s get mixing!

Ingredients

  • cups rice chex 
  • cups cornflakes 
  • cups wheat chex 
  • cup cashew pieces 
  • 0.5 cup pistachios shelled ()
  • 0.5 cup almonds 
  • 1.5 tablespoons butter 
  • tablespoons plus light
  • tablespoons honey 
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground cardamom 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • Dash ground pepper 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • aluminum foil
  • microwave

Directions

  1. In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals, cashews, pistachios, and almonds. In small microwavable bowl, microwave butter uncovered on High about 30 seconds or until melted. Stir in corn syrup and honey; microwave on High about 10 more seconds.
  2. Add salt, cardamom, ginger, and cayenne; stir well.
  3. Pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated.
  4. Microwave mixture uncovered on High 3 minutes, stirring after each minute.
  5. Spread on waxed paper or foil to cool. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Calories229kcal
Protein9.98%
Fat24.99%
Carbs65.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.61
Glycemic Load
2.18
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
23.695217391719%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.28mg
Catechin
0.14mg
Epigallocatechin
0.14mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:228.64kcal
11.43%
Fat:7.02g
10.8%
Saturated Fat:1.25g
7.82%
Carbohydrates:41.1g
13.7%
Net Carbohydrates:35.86g
13.04%
Sugar:9.45g
10.5%
Cholesterol:2.05mg
0.68%
Sodium:331.13mg
14.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.3g
12.61%
Vitamin D:27.72µg
184.81%
Folate:319.89µg
79.97%
Iron:12.87mg
71.49%
Zinc:4.68mg
31.22%
Vitamin B6:0.56mg
27.87%
Vitamin B1:0.42mg
27.83%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
26.78%
Vitamin B3:5.02mg
25.11%
Vitamin B12:1.43µg
23.8%
Fiber:5.24g
20.95%
Manganese:0.38mg
18.99%
Phosphorus:176.95mg
17.69%
Magnesium:59.69mg
14.92%
Copper:0.22mg
10.86%
Vitamin A:516.88IU
10.34%
Calcium:97.44mg
9.74%
Vitamin C:5.95mg
7.22%
Vitamin E:0.99mg
6.6%
Potassium:224.42mg
6.41%
Selenium:2.61µg
3.73%
Vitamin K:2.11µg
2.01%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.46%