Serving Suggestions:
Toast pine nuts to bring out their flavor. But they are also great eaten raw. Add to pasta sauces, top salads, and add to soups.
Ideal for:
- Making authentic Italian pesto
- Adding crunch and flavor to green salads, grain bowls, and roasted vegetables
- Enriching pasta sauces and risottos
- Elevating deli and cheese platters
- Baking into cookies, breads, and tarts
- Creating unique dressings and marinades
- Snacking on their own for a healthy treat
Health Benefits:
Eating tree nuts like pine nuts can help lower the risk of heart-related illnesses. These tiny seeds are packed with heart-healthy fats and serve as a plant-based protein source. They also deliver essential nutrients like vitamin K, copper, magnesium, and zinc. Furthermore, their rich content of antioxidants and vitamin E can contribute to healthy skin and overall well-being.
| Average Nutritional Values (serving size 1/4 cup) | Per 28 g |
| Calories | 187 | * |
| Total Fat | 20 g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 3.7 g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Sugars | 0.9 g | |
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% |
*Percent values are based on a 2000-calorie diet.
Storage: Store in an airtight sealed bag in a cool dry place. For best quality, refrigerate after opening.
Shelf life: 1 year unopened in the fridge, 6 months after opening.