
Category
Herbs & Spices
Description
Organic pine nuts are the edible seeds of pine trees From Baassir, Mount Lebanon.
They are small, soft and creamy in texture. Pine nuts are actually seeds from the pine cone. These pointy little seeds are delicious, creamy and make a perfect garnish or ingredient in a range of sweet and savory dishes.
Pine nuts are a versatile ingredient that can be used in many recipes. They add a buttery richness to dishes and are perfect for gourmet pesto. Here are some recipes that use pine nuts:
- Broccoli Pesto Pasta with Green Olives
- Mediterranean Couscous Salad with Raw Squash and Feta
- Roasted Eggplant & Tomato Orzo Pasta
- Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Roasted Summer Vegetables
Pine nuts are a source of protein, fiber, unsaturated fatty acids, and various vitamins and minerals. They can help with diabetes management, heart health, and brain health. Pine nuts also have high amounts of manganese, copper, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin E, and vitamin K .