Roasted Hazelnuts with Thyme

Perfectly roasted hazelnuts tossed with fresh thyme leaves and extra-virgin olive oil, finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. A simple yet elegant appetizer or snack.

6 servings
48 min

Ingredients

  • 2 cups hazelnuts
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 pinch sea salt

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Preheat oven to 450°F with rack in middle.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    Roast nuts in 1 layer in a shallow baking pan in oven until nuts have a toasted aroma and skins are very dark, about 8 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand 30 minutes, then, if desired, rub in a kitchen towel to remove any loose skins.

    38 min

  3. 3.

    Heat nuts with thyme in oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat, shaking skillet, just until hot. Transfer to a bowl and sprinkle with sea salt.

    5 min

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