Lemon Pepper Cashews is made with raw cashews, olive oil, Zest of 2 lemons, garlic powder; air fry at 300°F for 10 minutes to serve 6. 190 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
Steps
- 1
Toss cashews with olive oil until coated.
- 2
Air fry at 300°F for 8-10 minutes, shaking every 3 minutes, until golden and fragrant.
- 3
Immediately toss hot cashews with lemon zest, pepper, salt, and garlic powder.
- 4
Spread on parchment to cool. They crisp up more as they cool.
- 5
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Tip: Add the lemon zest after cooking — heat destroys the bright citrus flavor. Low temperature prevents burning; cashews have high fat content and go from golden to burnt fast.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 10 minutes vs ~16 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🔥Rapid air circulation delivers oven-quality results in a fraction of the time.
- ⚡Uses significantly less energy than heating a full-size oven for a single batch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Lemon Pepper Cashews at 300°F for 10 minutes. Add the lemon zest after cooking — heat destroys the bright citrus flavor. Low temperature prevents burning; cashews have high fat content and go from golden to burnt fast.
You need: 2 cups raw cashews, 1 tbsp olive oil, Zest of 2 lemons, 1 tsp cracked black pepper, 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt, 1/4 tsp garlic powder. This recipe serves 6 with 190 calories per serving.
Lemon Pepper Cashews takes 10 minutes total at 300°F. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 6 and takes just 10 minutes at 300°F.
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