Nutrition

  • Pecans are not only tasty, but they are also loaded with antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.

  • Pecans have a higher oil content than most other nuts. These Omega 3 healthy fats contribute to their superior flavor while also making them a heart-healthy food

  • Pecans are high in antioxidants, which benefit you by helping prevent or delay certain types of cell damage.

  • Pecans naturally contain more than 19 vitamins and minerals, including folic acid, zinc, potassium, vitamin A, vitamin E, and magnesium

  • Pecans provide a good source of plant-based, vegan protein

  • Pecans are also a good source of oleic acid, vitamin B1, thiamin, magnesium and protein.

Storage Tips

Raw Nuts

Nuts must be kept cold, either in the refrigerator or freezer. Before storing, pack all nuts in clean, dry containers. Zip-closed freezer bags, plastic cartons with tight lids work well or vacuum seal bags.

The secret of storing both in-shell nuts and nut meats is to KEEP THEM COLD. The lower the temperature, the longer nuts keep. In your home refrigerator, nuts store satisfactorily for four to five months; in a zero (0°F) freezer, or lower, they remain in good condition for up to a year.

Nuts in the shell can be held twice as long, at any given temperature, as shelled meats. Nut halves may be held for about twice as long as pieces.

Experiments indicate there is a slight loss in quality of nuts stored in the refrigerator; in the freezer there is no loss in quality. Low in moisture (only 4%), nuts may be refrozen again and again without adversely affecting taste or texture. Always allow cold nuts to warm to room temperature before opening the bag. This will prevent them from absorbing any excess moisture. 

Toasted Nuts

Toasted nuts keep as well in the freezer as raw nuts. When you want to use some, take the container out of the freezer. It is important to allow nuts to warm up to room temperature, then open the container and take out what you want. Close the container and return to the freezer. When exposed to air, cold toasted nuts absorb moisture and may become limp. If this happens, freshen them in a 150° oven for 15-20 minutes.
Cool before serving.