Roasted Salted Peanuts

Peanuts are a popular snack around the globe. What many people do not know is that they are technically not a nut, but are actually from the legume family being related to beans and pulses.

Peanuts have many health benefits to offer. They are rich in monounsaturated fats, the type of fat found in olive oil that is emphasized in the heart-healthy Mediterranean diet. They are also a good source of Vitamin E, niacin, folate, protein and manganese. On top of this, peanuts contain the antioxidant resveratrol, which is said to improve blood flow in the brain by as much as 30%.

Our roasted & salted peanuts are always crisp and crunchy with the perfect amount of toasting.

Recipe Ideas:

Peanuts are a great snack on their own, or added to your own trail mix (a fancy name for a mix of your favourite nuts, seeds and dried fruits). They are also a great addtion in raw food balls and give extra nutrition and crunch in salads. Try our Raw Asian Salad featuring toasted peanuts.

Interesting Facts About Peanuts:

Peanuts are often referred to as “ground nuts” or “ground peas” because they are grown underground.

One of the most common uses for peanuts is in making peanut butter. It takes approximately 560 peanuts to make a 375g jar of peanut butter.

‘Goober’ is nickname for peanuts that comes from the Congo word for peanut “nguba”.