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Lip-Smackin' Peanut Recipes for the Whole Family
Peanuts are healthy and versatile, but surprisingly they're not actually nuts; they're legumes (or beans). Bite-sized and rich in essential nutrients, these nuts are a great way to add a healthful punch and interesting flavor to many dishes.So, in honor of National Peanut Month, we've pulled together a collection of our favorite nutty snacks, appetizers, desserts and even a quesadilla with phenomenal peanut crunch. Enjoy!
Did you know:
One 1 oz. serving of dry-roasted nuts packs 7g protein, 2g fiber, 4% of your daily value in iron, 10% folate, 20% niacin, 10% magnesium, 10% phosphorus, 8% thiamin, and 10% vitamin E. All for just 170 calories.
2 Tbsp of peanut butter packs in even more vitamin E--a powerful antioxidant that protects our cells from damaging stress.
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