Gluten-Free Seasoned Pretzels made with olive oil, herbs, and nutritional yeast for an easy homemade snack recipe. Vegan.
Having gluten-free snacks at the ready is the name of the game.
This pretzel recipe is reminiscent of those mixes with ranch seasoning packets but without dairy and gluten.
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Why you'll love this recipe
- A gluten-free recipe that is semi-homemade with simple ingredients.
- This is a simple snack that's fun to make, but a pre-made spice mixture can often have gluten so making your own is key!
- It's EASY - I promise you have everything in your pantry already, except possibly the pretzels.
- Makes a great gift or a perfect party snack for holiday parties.
Ingredients and substitutions
Here are a few quick notes about the ingredients in this recipe. You can see a complete ingredient list and instructions in the recipe card below.
Mini gluten-free pretzels - Grab a bag of your favorite hard pretzels for this salty crunchy snack! I think the classic pretzel shape works best but pretzel sticks would work as well.
If not gluten-free, the regular variety will work too!
Olive oil - Oil helps the seasoning stick and crisps things up. Using olive oil keeps it dairy-free. Vegan butter can be substituted.
Dried herbs and seasonings - A quick mixture of dill weed, parsley, chives, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, and nutritional yeast that is similar to that ranch packet flavor.
Step-by-step instructions
Before you start: Preheat the oven and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 1: Whisk together olive oil and all of the herbs and seasonings in a large mixing bowl. Add the pretzels. Pour olive oil mixture over them and gently stir to coat.
Step 2: Spread mix into a single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake for about 20 minutes. Let them cool to room temperature on a wire rack.
Recipe tip
- For best results, allow these salty herbaceous snacks to cool completely before grabbing a handful. This way, you ensure that the mixture dries and sticks to the pretzels.
Storage
Store in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days. Will they last that long in your house?
Serving suggestions
These seasoned pretzels make for an incredibly versatile snack or side. Here are some suggestions for pairing!
- Dips like hummus or queso
- Alongside sandwiches
- Pair with healthy chicken salad
- Add to a charcuterie board
- Combine them with a savory trail mix
FAQs
This is an inactive form of yeast (so it wouldn't raise bread or brew beer!) that adds a wonderful umami flavor to food. Many describe it as cheesy and I find it's the perfect complement to the herbs in this recipe.
Classic seasoned cracker recipes focus on saltines or oyster crackers and sometimes butter. Instead, grab your favorite gluten-free pretzels and mix up your own seasoning mix.
Yes! This recipe can be made a day or two ahead. Be sure to store the seasoned snack in an airtight container or ziplock bag.
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📖 Recipe
Gluten-Free Seasoned Pretzels
Ingredients
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 ¾ teaspoons dried dillweed
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried chives
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 11/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 11/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 14oz or 16oz bag mini gluten-free pretzels I like Gratify or Glutino brands
Instructions
- In a glass measuring cup or small bowl, whisk together olive oil and all of the herbs and seasonings, including nutritional yeast.
- Place gluten-free pretzels in a large bowl. Pour olive oil mixture over pretzels and gently stir and fold until all pretzels are coated.
- Allow the pretzels to sit and soak while you prepare the oven. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Fahrenheit. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- When the oven is ready, spread the pretzels into an even layer on each baking sheet. Bake for 18-20. Remove from oven and allow pretzels to cool on baking sheets completely on a wire rack.
- Once cool, transfer to serving bowls or store in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days.
Notes
- For best results, allow those salty herbaceous pretzels to cool completely before grabbing a handful. This way, you ensure that the mixture dries and sticks to the pretzels.
Keisha Williams
Just made my 1st batch and they are yummy!!! I don't think I'll be able to eat plain pretzels anymore. I will definitely use this recipe again. Thanks for posting it!
Tessa
Oh yay! Thank you!! :)
Michael DiTrapani
Oh yes, you're so delicious!
Naomi Francisco
I love pretzels so much. Thanks for sharing this Tessa. I'll try this out this weekend.
Tessa
Thank you, Naomi! I can never turn away a good salty, crunchy snack!
Yogesh
Look soo testy ??
Tessa
Thanks!! :)