Sweet & salty nuts
This recipe is quick and easy! It only takes a few minutes to prepare and will be ready to serve in under 30 minutes. These nuts are great for sharing or making snacks ahead of time.
The nutrition corner
| Cashews and almonds are excellent sources of magnesium which contributes to the proper functioning of the immune system, energy metabolism and muscle relaxation.
Pecans and peanuts (peanuts) are excellent sources of manganese and copper, which are cofactors of several enzymes in a dozen metabolic processes. They also help in the body's defense against damage caused by free radicals. Copper is needed for the formation of hemoglobin and collagen, which are used for tissue repair in the body. |
Myth or reality - Eating nuts contributes to weight gain?
| False. On the contrary, nuts consumed in amounts of 30-65 g per day contribute to satiety and maintenance of a healthy weight. Moreover, a diet based on the consumption of nuts would have positive effects on the cardiovascular system. |
Links
Infused olive oil - Harissa, chipotle
Balsamic vinegar - Érable
Reference
Ros E. Health benefits of nut consumption. Nutrients. 2010 Jul; 2 (7): 652-82. doi: 10.3390 / nu2070652. Epub 2010 Jun 24. PMID: 22254047; PMCID: PMC3257681.
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