Almonds

Super versatile, from breakfast through to dessert - it’s time to look at almonds!

Sweet and versatile

Almond is in my opinion, one of the most versatile nuts. Perfect both raw and roasted as a snack, as butter or in baking, as garnish and used in breakfasts, dinners and desserts alike, I always make sure to have almonds in the house. My main go-tos for using them is as part of my granola, as well as some chopped over an oven roasted dinner such as my turkey bake.

Almond is a tree nut, the seed of the almond tree. They originated in the Middle East, but are now super popular all over the world.

Almonds, like other nuts we have looked at, have amazing health benefits! They are rich in antioxidants, among them Vitamin E, which seems to lower risk of heart disease, cancer and Alzheimer’s disease. They are also rich in magnesium, which helps control your blood sugar levels - so a fantastic snack for us all, especially people with diabetes. Magnesium also helps control your blood pressure.

Almonds are high in healthy fats, and also high in fibre. So though they are calorific like other nuts, they can actually help with weight management as they help you feel full. Also, that good fat is great for your body and brain, so snack and cook with almonds to your heart’s content!

There’s so many ways to use almonds, from healthy breakfast bowls to the loved/hated marzipan. I am curious to hear what your feelings are on almonds and how you normally use them!

Do you like almonds? How do you use them in the kitchen? Message me on Instagram @TheFromScratchBody!