Nuts in Family Meals: A Guide for Consumers

by United States. Agricultural Research Service. Consumer and Food Economics Research Division

Slightly revised September 1971

Approved for reprinting September 1978

Washington, D.C.

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NUTS IN FAMILY MEALS:
A Guide for Consumers

Nuts contribute rich flavor and crunchy texture to many kinds of foods. Nuts are not only tasty—but nutritious as well. Familiar dishes take on new interest when nuts are added.

Nuts are filling because of their fat content and may prevent between-meal hunger pangs that encourage nibbling.

Most common nuts contain about 10 to 25 percent protein and can be an added source of protein in meals. Peanuts are highest in protein with about 25 percent. Coconuts and chestnuts contain very little protein.