The Original Supernut™
They might be small, but American Pecans™ are mighty — and have a lot to boast about.
The pecan is a complex whole food, packed with multiple health-promoting nutrients and bioactive compounds. Each delicious pecan is a nutrition powerhouse.
PHYTONUTRIENTS
- 10 mg of flavonoids
- 36 mg of plant sterols
- Learn more about the heart-health benefits of pecans
PLANT PROTEIN
- 3 grams of plant-based protein
UNSATURATED FAT
- 18 grams, primarily monounsaturated fat (60% of total fat), including oleic acid, only 2 grams saturated fat
ANTIOXIDANT VITAMINS
- 8 mcg of beta carotene, provitamin A
- 7 mg gamma-tocopherols, a form of vitamin E
DIETARY FIBER
- Good source of filling dietary fiber, 11% DV
MIGHTY MINERALS
- A trio of essential minerals: 60% DV manganese, 40% DV copper and 10% DV zinc
- Learn more about the nutrition profile of pecans
One-ounce serving. DV = % Daily Value. | Source: USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference.
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Nutritious On-the-Go Breakfast!
Blogger “Peanut Butter Fingers” shares delicious muffins that can easily be enjoyed on-the-go during hectic mornings.
Quick and Easy Breakfast!
Bloggers “A Couple Cooks” share a breakfast option full of colorful veggies and crunchy pecans for added protein and nutrients.
The Perfect Work Lunch!
Blogger “Andie Mitchell” shares a delicious and flavorful salad with pecan butter dressing that will help power you through your busy day.
Family Favorite
Blogger "Real Housemoms" a go-to recipe that can be served as an appetizer or main!
A Perfect One-Pot Dinner
Blogger “Mom’s Kitchen Handbook” shares a simple, one-pot recipe for toasted pecan and mushroom farro risotto that can be easily cooked in your Instant Pot or on the stove.
Fuss-Free Family Meal!
Blogger “Real Housemoms” shares a one pan meal that the whole family will love!
A Nutritious Swap on a Classic!
Blogger “Mom’s Kitchen Handbook” shares a linguine dish using a cauliflower pecan Alfredo sauce that is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Light and Bright!
Blogger “Mom’s Kitchen Handbook” shares a delicious grilled recipe perfect to prepare on any summer weeknight.
Build a Better Sandwich
Blogger “Mom’s Kitchen Handbook” shares a spicy pecan muhammara sandwich that takes only 20 minutes to prep.