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Great Ways to Use Pistachios at Home
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Everyday Snacks & Quick Eats
- Roasted Pistachios with Sea Salt β Roast shelled pistachios with olive oil and salt for a crunchy snack.
- Trail Mix β Combine pistachios with dried fruits, dark chocolate chips, and other nuts.
- Pistachio Butter β Blend pistachios with a bit of oil into a creamy spread for toast or pancakes.
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Baking & Desserts
- Pistachio Cake β Moist, flavorful cake made with ground pistachios or pistachio paste.
- Pistachio Ice Cream β Creamy homemade ice cream using pistachio paste.
- Pistachio Cookies β Add chopped pistachios to cookie dough for crunch and flavor.
- Pistachio Cheesecake β Add pistachio paste to your cheesecake batter or crust.
- Baklava β Use crushed pistachios in classic layered filo pastry with syrup.
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Breakfast & Smoothies
- Pistachio Granola β Mix with oats, honey, and seeds and bake until golden.
- Smoothie Booster β Blend pistachios into smoothies for creaminess and nutrients.
- Yogurt Topping β Sprinkle chopped pistachios over Greek yogurt with honey.
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Meals & Salads
- Pistachio-Crusted Chicken or Fish β Coat fillets with crushed pistachios before baking.
- Salad Garnish β Add pistachios to leafy greens, feta cheese, and vinaigrette.
- Pesto with Pistachios β Substitute pine nuts with pistachios in a homemade pesto.
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Gifts & DIY
- Homemade Pistachio Paste or Cream β Blend pistachios with sugar and oil for gifting or use in pastries.
π’ Bonus: Health Benefits While You Enjoy
- Rich in protein, fiber, and antioxidants
- Heart-healthy fats
- Low glycemic index (great for blood sugar balance)