Pecans have a sweet, mild nutty taste and are incredibly healthy. You can eat these unroasted, unsalted pecans by hand, but they're also an excellent addition to all kinds of pastries. The most famous dish with pecans is of course the classic, American pecan pie. This pie combines the crunchy pecans with a creamy, sweet filling with eggs and sugar. Like other nuts, pecans are high in insatiated fats, which makes them a healthy choice. In addition, raw pecans are very rich in zinc and vitamin B1. Zinc is important for the immune system, among other things, and the sense of smell and taste. Vitamin B1 (thiamine), like the other B vitamins, is essential for a good metabolism. It helps your body convert carbohydrates into glucose, and digest fats and proteins.
Nutritional value for 100 gr | ||
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Energy (kj) | 2968 | g |
Energy (kcal) | 720 | g |
Total carbohydrates | 4 | g |
of which sugars | 4 | g |
Total fat | 72 | g |
of which saturated fats | 6 | g |
Protein | 9 | g |
Fibre | 10 | g |
Sodium | 0 | Mg |