Roasted Pistachios

Our salted, in-shell roasted pistachios are a customer favorite! These colossal pistachios are large and delectable, and grown right in California. Our roasted pistachios are lightly salted to enhance the signature flavor of these nuts. It’s also fun to crack open the shells to reveal the tasty and nutritious pistachio meat inside. Enjoy a big boost of dietary fiber, protein, and antioxidants in a handful of these pistachios. We also carry roasted pistachios without the shell.

Habanero Pistachios

Your taste buds better watch out because these habanero pistachios are loaded with an abundance of tantalizingly hot spices. If you love foods that really pack the heat, habanero pistachios just might become your new favorite snack. These intense and spicy nuts are ready to be enjoyed right out of the bag, although you might want to have an ice cold drink on hand to wash them down!

Dark Chocolate Covered Pistachios

Our dark chocolate covered pistachios make a delectable treat. The rich decadence of dark chocolate combined with the crunchy nuttiness of pistachios will make your taste buds swoon with delight. Each individual pistachio is drenched in a generous coating of smooth dark chocolate for a delicious experience in every bite. Serve these to your guests at a special gathering and they will be all gone before you know it!

Chili Lemon Pistachios

Chili lemon pistachios are a whole new way to enjoy one of the world’s favorite nuts. These savory pistachios have an irresistible spicy flavor combined with the perfect hint of citrus tanginess. This spicy and refreshing mix of tastes truly adds to an already incredible nut. Our chili lemon pistachios arrive in-the-shell. Get ready to crack open the zesty goodness inside as soon as your next snack attack hits!

Pistachio Turkish Delight

Pistachio Turkish delight is an authentic Turkish confection considered to be one of the most delectable treats in the world. The crunchiness of pistachios complements the velvety smooth texture of this sweet treat. Our pomegranate and pistachio Turkish delight is imbued with an exotic pomegranate flavor to satisfy any sweet tooth. Our Turkish delight goes wonderfully with a hot cup of coffee or tea.

Which pistachio products would you like to try? What is your favorite way to enjoy pistachios?

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Pistachio Cookies

For sweet and buttery cookies with an irresistible nutty crunch, this pistachio cookie recipe is just the thing! This easy-to-follow recipe churns out tasty and one-of-a-kind cookies that you would never be able to find in the store. You can even use green food coloring to give the dough a classic pistachio-green color. For a splendid look and festive party treat, roll the dough in rainbow nonpareils before baking.

Pistachio Salad

This refreshing and delicious pistachio salad recipe is a great way to get your greens along with a protein boost. This salad makes a wholesome and nutritious lunch or side dish that you can throw together in a jiffy. With tangy balsamic vinegar as the base, the dressing complements the taste of bitter baby greens, sweet apples, creamy blue cheese, and nutty pistachios.

Pistachio Ham Roll-Ups

These pistachio ham roll-ups are delicious as a party appetizer or kid’s afternoon snack. No baking or preparation required, these ham roll-ups can be put together in a matter of minutes. Start with thinly sliced ham or lunch meat, and spread with a filling of cream cheese and pistachios. For a little spicy kick, add a dash of hot pepper sauce to the cream cheese mixture. This snack is perfect any time mid-afternoon hunger strikes!

Lemon-Pistachio Biscotti

Crunchy and sweet, this recipe for lemon-pistachio biscotti has the perfect hint of citrus and nutty goodness. Biscotti is fun to eat but it’s also a lot of fun to make with this step-by-step recipe! This classic Italian cookie is delectable as an anytime snack or just when you’re craving something sweet. It also makes a light, yet satisfying, dessert. Enjoy this biscotti treat accompanied by your favorite cup of coffee or tea.

Pistachio Ice Cream

This pistachio ice cream recipe uses real pistachios and none of the artificial flavors you’ll get from store-bought ice cream. Making your own pistachio ice cream at home ensures that you won’t encounter any unfamiliar ingredients. The flavors of roasted pistachios and almond extract complement one another in this rich and creamy ice cream for a sensational treat!

What are your favorite pistachio recipes? How do you enjoy eating pistachios?

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All-Around Health Nut

Did you know that a serving of pistachios contains more nuts and fewer calories than any other nut? That’s just one reason to reach for a handful of pistachios. In fact, a one-ounce serving of pistachios contains 49 nuts and just 160 calories. One ounce of pistachios provides 10 percent of the Daily Value (DV) for dietary fiber, 20 percent DV for vitamin B6, and 15% DV for thiamine. Pistachios contain both soluble and insoluble fiber, which help regulate cholesterol levels and aid the digestive system. Vitamin B6 and thiamin support many processes in the body related to the nervous system, brain function, and eye health. Pistachios also deliver a good source of protein and potassium.

Heart-Healthy

Pistachios are a heart-healthy snack that may help reduce elevated cholesterol levels. Research published in a 2008 edition of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that people who consumed pistachios as either 10 or 20 percent of their daily caloric intake reduced both their total and LDL “bad” cholesterol levels more than those participants on a reduced fat diet without pistachios. Another study conducted in 2010 and published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition found that eating 240 calories worth of pistachios for three months reduced body mass indexes (BMI) and triglyceride levels more than participants who consumed 220 calories worth of pretzels.

Great Source of Antioxidants

Pistachios are loaded with phytosterols, plant-based compounds with powerful antioxidant activities. Antioxidants are the protective compounds that defend cells against the damaging effects of free radicals, and reduce the risk for chronic conditions and premature aging. In particular, phytosterols have demonstrated to be effective at lowering blood cholesterol levels. In 2005, the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry published a study that examined the phytosterol content among commonly eaten foods. The study found that pistachios and sunflower seeds contained the highest phytosterol levels among popular nuts and seeds.

Rich in Amino Acids

Pistachios are a great source of amino acids, the building blocks of protein. Pistachios are particularly rich in an amino acid called L-arginine, which promotes and improves blood flow in clogged arteries and is necessary for supporting the body’s metabolic processes. These little nuts are also rich in the amino acids lutein and zeaxanthin, which promote good eye health and may slow the progression of eye diseases such as age-related macular degeneration.

What are the most important health benefits of pistachios to you?

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Little green pistachio nuts may look humble, but they are actually some of the most flavorful and healthy nuts we have to offer. Pistachios are packed with dietary fiber, vitamin B-6, thiamin, phosphorus and copper, and they are so versatile, they can be used in everything from pasta sauces to ice cream. We can’t get enough of them, so today we’re sharing a few of our favorite pistachio products so you can join in on the fun!

1. Nothing But Nuts

Do you fancy yourself a traditionalist? Some say there is no way you can improve upon the pistachio all on its own, and they may be right. Why don’t you see for yourself? We have roasted pistachios (salted, in shell), roasted pistachios (unsalted, in shell), raw pistachios (no shell), roasted pistachios (unsalted, no shell), and roasted pistachios (salted, no shell). There are still so many options to choose from!

2. Flavored Pistachios

We hear you: sometimes you want your pistachios to have a little extra kick. That’s why we have flavored pistachios for you to munch on. For example, our habanero pistachios are perfect for when you want a little heat. Try our chili lemon pistachios, which combines the heat of chili with the refreshing taste of lemon. Here’s another savory option for you: garlic onion pistachios. What are your taste buds asking for?

3. Covered Pistachios

If you like salty mixed with sweet, we have two delicious pistachio goodies for you to try. Our rich dark chocolate covered pistachios are so good that you’ll have a hard time sharing. And our sweet and crunchy toffee chocolate pistachios are encrusted in a toffee shell, then dipped in coated layers of either milk or semi-sweet chocolate.

4. Turkish Delight

Is there anything more delightful than Turkish delight? (See what we did there?) Perhaps Turkish delight with pistachios! We have a wide selection of Turkish delight filled with pistachios: regular pistachio Turkish delight, chocolate covered pistachio Turkish delight, pomegranate and pistachio Turkish delight, and pistachio and cocoa Turkish delight. Yum!

What’s your favorite food made with pistachio nuts?

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1. Cilantro and Pistachio Shrimp Skewers

The fresh taste of cilantro just screams summertime. Combine it with grilled shrimp, and you’ve got a winner! This shrimp skewers recipe uses ingredients like ground coriander, unsalted pistachios, cilantro, and limes.

2. Peach and Gorgonzola Chicken Pizza

Sweet, juicy peaches are a highlight of the summer season. Take fresh peaches and combine them with Gorgonzola cheese, chicken breast, and balsamic vinegar to make a pizza bursting with summer flavor. If you want to make your own delicious and easy pizza crust, try our pizza dough mix or our gluten-free pizza dough mix.

3. Grilled Chicken & Polenta with Nectarine-Blackberry Salsa

This eatingwell.com recipe blends cumin-rubbed chicken, polenta, and a fresh fruit salsa made with nectarines and blackberries. Yum!

4. Turkey Burgers

Tired of cooking red meat on the grill? Whip up this simple turkey burger recipe using kosher salt and ground pepper, and tickle your taste buds! The recipe even gives you instructions on how to make your own honey mustard, which includes ingredients like clover honey and orange zest.

5. Farro Salad with Chicken and Goat Cheese

Farro isn’t as heavy as some other grains, which makes it a great base for a light summer salad. This farro recipe uses ingredients like chicken, green beans, marjoram, goat cheese, and white wine vinegar.

What are your go-to summertime recipes?

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Holiday Food Gifts That Keep on Giving

1. Custom Trays

Our custom trays make great gifts because you can tailor each one to a friend or family member’s specific taste. Select a medium or large tray, then browse Nuts.com’s selection of more than 150 nuts, dried fruits, chocolates, sweets and salty snacks to fill it up. Create an all-chocolate tray for your sister with a sweet tooth, or make a gluten-free tray for your co-worker with food allergies. (Warning: you might feel compelled to create an extra tray to keep for yourself after you see all of the great options!)

2. Gourmet Gift Basket

Weighing in at almost eight pounds, this gourmet gift basket is an extra-large bundle of holiday cheer. It contains a selections of sweets, snacks and chocolates that will please even the pickiest crowd, including butter toffee almonds, dark chocolate cashew clusters, sesame sticks, cajun peanuts, dark chocolate brazil nuts, rum cordials and chocolate sunflower seeds.

3. Winter Wonderland Gift Box

Sometimes good things come in pretty packages. This beautiful snowflake gift box contains almost four pounds of festive goodies, including mint chocolate espresso beans, dried apricots, peppermint malted milk balls, salted pistachios in the shell and red chocolate covered sunflower seeds.

4. Pistachio Gift Tin

The pistachio-lover in your life will go nuts over this two-pound pistachio gift tin. Our natural, hand-selected pistachios are lightly salted and roasted in the shell to perfection. They are packed in a resealable, reusable gift tin for premium freshness.

5. Premium Chocolate Truffles

Honestly, who can resist truffles? And these are no ordinary truffles. Our gourmet giant dessert truffles are big and rich and packed with chocolatey goodness. The box includes an assortment of flavors, including white chocolate, dark chocolate raspberry, milk chocolate champagne and tiramisu.

What holiday food gifts are on your list this year?

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