A one-ounce serving of roasted pistachios equals 49 nuts – more nuts per serving than any other nut and contains more than 10% of the Daily Value for dietary fiber, vitamin B-6, thiamin, phosphorus and copper.
Pistachios are especially rich in phytosterols, which are directly associated with lowering cholesterol levels and may offer protection from certain types of cancer.
Pistachios are a very high-quality plant source of protein, providing adequate and balanced amounts of essential amino acids. In addition, pistachios are relatively high in a nonessential amino acid, arginine, which may play a potential role in prevention or reduction of cardiovascular disease. While pistachios contain fat, the fat is predominantly monounsaturated, similar to that found in olive oil.
Serving size 28g (~1 oz.)
Amount per serving | ||
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Calories | 159 | |
Calories from Fat | 116 | |
%DV | ||
Total Fat | 13g | 20% |
Saturated Fat | 2g | 9% |
Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
Sodium | 120mg | 5% |
Total Carbohydrate | 8g | 3% |
Dietary Fiber | 3g | 11% |
Sugars | 2g | |
Protein | 6g | |
Vitamin A | 0% | |
Vitamin C | 1% | |
Calcium | 3% | |
Iron | 1% |