Macadania Nuts Roasted And Salted - 9 OZ

The Tastiest Nut You've Never Heard Of: Macadamias

Move over, almonds. Step aside, peanuts. There's a new nut in town, and it's called the macadamia. These delicious little nuts are native to Australia and have only recently made their way onto the global stage. But trust us, they're worth the wait. Here's everything you need to know about macadamias—including why they just might be the tastiest nut around.

Macadamia Basics

Macadamia nuts are small, round nuts with a hard shell. They grow on trees in warm climates like Australia, South Africa, and Hawaii. The macadamia tree was first introduced to Hawaii in 1882 and quickly became an important crop. In fact, Hawaii is now responsible for producing about 80% of the world's macadamias!

The flavor of macadamias has been described as similar to a combination of mango, pineapple, and hazelnut. They're often used in baking and cooking as a flavor enhancer or standalone ingredient. For example, macadamia flour is a popular gluten-free alternative to wheat flour. And macadamia oil is slowly gaining popularity as a healthy alternative to olive oil or other vegetable oils.

Health Benefits of Macadamias

Not only are macadamias delicious—they're also pretty good for you! These nuts are packed with nutrients like magnesium, potassium, calcium, and vitamins B6 and E. Plus, they offer the highest amount of monounsaturated fats of any nut and are also a good source of fiber.

From the FDA: "Supportive but not conclusive research shows that eating 1.5 ounces per day of macadamia nuts, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol and not resulting in increased intake of saturated fat or calories may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease." So there you have it—eating macadamias may actually help reduce your risk of heart disease!

How to Enjoy Macadamias

Now that you know all about these delicious nuts, you're probably wondering how to enjoy them. Luckily, there are endless possibilities! Here are a few ideas to get you started:

• - Add them to your favorite trail mix
• - Use them as a topping for salads or oatmeal
• - Make homemade energy bars or granola using crushed macadamias
• - Add them to pancake or waffle batter for extra flavor and texture
• - Make roasted macadamia nuts as a tasty snack
• - Use them in place of other nuts in your favorite cookie or cake recipe

No matter how you choose to enjoy them, one thing is for sure: macadamias are a delicious—and nutritious—snack that everyone should try!

Suggested Usage: NOW Real Food® Macadamias are most often enjoyed as a delicious snack or as a crunchy addition to breads and desserts and make an excellent, savory crust for chicken and seafood dishes.

Refrigeration recommended after opening.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1/4 cup (35g)

Servings Per Container: About 7

Description Amount per Serving % Daily Value

Calories 250

Total Fat 26g 33%*

Saturated Fat 4g 20%*

Trans Fat 0g

Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g

Monounsaturated Fat 21g

Cholesterol 0mg 0%*

Sodium 135mg 6%*

Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%*

Dietary Fiber 3g 11%*

Total Sugars 1g

Includes 0g Added Sugars 0 0%*

Protein 3g

Vitamin D 0mcg 0%*

Calcium 24mg 2%*

Iron 0.9mg 5%*

Potassium 127mg 2%*

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients: Dry Roasted Macadamia Nuts, Sea Salt.

Refrigeration recommended after opening.

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From the FDA: "Supportive but not conclusive research shows that eating 1.5 ounces per day of macadamia nuts, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol and not resulting in increased intake of saturated fat or calories may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease."

Packaged in a peanut-free facility that processes tree nuts.

Packaged and quality tested in the USA.

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