INTERESTING FACTS

Interesting Facts about Pistachios

The guardian tree

Pistachio trees begin bearing in 5 to 10 years and reach a height that may vary between 5 and 7 meters. They are slow growing but long living trees (some may live longer than 300 years).

Climate is the number one most crucial factor in deciding to plant pistachio trees. Pistachios require long, hot, dry summers and they can bear high temperatures and that is why San Juan is the right environment to grow pistachios.

The Happy Nut

Pistachio, one of the oldest nut trees, is known by different names throughout the world. In Iran, for example, they call it the “smiling nut” and in China “the happy nut” In some other countries it is known as the “green almond”.

Pistachios have a National Day.

February 26^th is National Pistachio Day worldwide to honor Queen of Sheba; who was first mentioned in the Hebrew bible and later in the Quran. Legend has it that back in her years, she required all pistachio grown on her lands to be retained for herself and her court. Eating pistachios was restricted to the royal court. Obviously, she loved the nut.

Why athletes choose these nuts

Pistachios are best for athlete performance because they are a nutritional and healthy snack. This nut is a great source of proteins and vitamins; in fact, pistachios are one of the highest-protein snacking nuts. They are easy to take anywhere, anytime; just grab a bag, open it and enjoy!

Benefits of pistachio nuts

Pistachio is not only a tasty and versatile nut, but it is also super healthy. Some of its health benefits are:

It is a great source of energy, high quality protein, carbohydrates and healthy fat
It boasts important nutrients, including vitamin E, B2 and B6, magnesium, potassium, fiber, iron and calcium.
It is high in antioxidants.
Its consumption may reduce the risk of heart diseases, diabetes, anemia, migraine, constipation and stress.

RECIPIES

Chocolate and Pistachio Brownies

Ingredients:

200 gr semi-sweet chocolate
3 eggs
150 gr butter
100 gr flour
120 gr sugar
70 gr roasted pistachios

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 200°C.
Melt the chocolate and butter together in a bowl over a saucepan of simmering water or microwave on high for 1 minute.
In a mixing bowl beat the eggs with sugar and finally add flour and the roasted pistachios. Mix until ingredients are blended.
Scrape batter into oiled square baking pan and bake 15 minutes.
Brownies should cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting
Cut them into squares and enjoy!

Pistachio Pesto

Ingredients

50 gr finely grated parmesan cheese
A handful of salted shelled pistachios
Ground black pepper
Olive oil
Fresh basil leaves

Steps:

Pulse dry ingredients together in a blender or food processor until combined. Basically, everything except the olive oil. Pulse until everything is finely-chopped.

Drizzle in the olive oil. Then while your blender or food processor is still running, drizzle in the olive oil slowly until the mixture is combined. Puree until smooth.

Store in fridge. You can pair this pistachio pesto with any meat or seafood; or use it as a pasta sauce or dip for veggies or bread.

Greek Salad

Ingredients

300 gr Fresh spinach
200 gr goat cheese
1 orange
100 gr shelled pistachios
Olive oil
Sherry vinegar
A pinch of salt

Steps:

Place spinach leaves into a serving platter.
Sprinkle with goat cheese cubes, orange slices and pistachios.
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, sherry vinegar, and salt. Dress your salad right before serving.

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