Celebrate the Year of the Skinny Nut™

Thank you Pistachio Health Institute for sponsoring this post. You could win a year’s supply of pistachios! Enter to win at the Pistachio Health Institute’s Facebook page.

Pair Skinny Nut™ in-shell pistachios with fresh cherries and a bite of dark chocolate for a healthy and delicious snack. Salty nuts, sweet cherries and a taste of bittersweet chocolate hit all the tastes you’re craving while helping you maintain your healthy resolutions.

I’ve always loved pistachios. They give me that sense of nostalgia that you sometimes get with food memories. Or any fond memories really. Pistachios are that one snack that my mom, my sister, and I would always gather around and share together. We’d chat and we’d snack. We’d always have a nice moment when snacking on some pistachios. Any arguments would be set aside and we’d just enjoy shelling and eating our pistachios and chat about anything and everything. Love moments like that, you?

Not only are pistachios a nostalgic food for me, they’re also a great choice for a healthy snack! That’s right, pistachios are good for you! Pistachios are known as the ‘Skinny Nut’ because you get more pistachios per serving than you would get with most other nuts since they’re one of the lowest calorie and are one of the lowest fat nuts. They’re also a great source of protein and fiber (3g/serving). With about 49 in-shell pistachios per serving, you’ve got yourself a filling snack! But sometimes you might want a little more than one flavor right? Pistachios pair perfectly with some other flavors. My favorite in-shell pistachio pairing includes pistachios, fresh sweet cherries and a bit of dark chocolate. Salty pistachios, sweet cherries and the bite of bittersweet chocolate to finish it off is a winner of a snack. It hits all of your key taste profiles you’re looking for in a quick fix: sweet, salty and bitter. And of course, that chocolate! A small amount of dark chocolate is great for keeping on track with your healthy eating goals. It helps you feel like you’re not depriving yourself while offering some great health benefits as well. Antioxidants, anyone? But don’t go overboard, k? Just a bite.

Skinny Nut™ In-Shell Pistachios + Sweet Cherries + Dark Chocolate = YUM!

<<FOOD TREND ALERT: Pistachios are also a top food trend for 2015>>

Be sure to enter The Year of the Skinny Nut Sweepstakes on the Pistachio Health Institute Facebook page for a chance to win a YEAR SUPPLY of pistachios!! The sweepstakes runs from January 7 – January 31, 2015. Click here to enter.

So now I want to hear from you – what would be your perfect pistachio pairing? Whatever you choose for your Skinny Nut™ pistachio pairing, enjoy!

Be sure to follow me on Instagram and hashtag #whattheforkfoodblog or tag @whattheforkfoodblog – I love seeing what you make!

If you love this perfect pistachio skinnynut pairing, be sure to follow me on social media so you never miss a post:

| facebook | twitter | pinterest | instagram | youtube |

Celebrate the Year of the Skinny Nut™

5 from 4 ratings

Pair Skinny Nut™ in-shell pistachios with fresh cherries and a bite of dark chocolate for a healthy and delicious snack. Salty nuts, sweet cherries and a taste of bittersweet chocolate hit all the tastes you’re craving while helping you maintain your healthy resolutions.

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

By: Sharon Lachendro

Print Rate Pin

Ingredients

• 30 in-shell pistachios
• 1/2 C fresh cherries pitted
• dark chocolate 70% Cacao

Instructions

• Enjoy together as a delicious and healthy snack!

Disclaimers

As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Nutrition Facts are estimated and aren't always accurate. Please consult a doctor or nutritionist if you have special dietary needs.

Did you make this?Mention @whattheforkfoodblog or leave a comment rating below!

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.