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Pistachio (Raw)
"Nutrient-rich tree nuts for snacking and cooking"
Pistachios are tree nuts native to the Middle East, prized for their rich, nutty flavor and crunchy texture, often eaten raw or used in baked goods and savory dishes
Also known as
Natur Pistachio, Green Pistachio
Botanical name
Pistacia vera
Product Details
PLU Code
94939
5-digit code
Category
Nuts
Pistachio › All Sizes
Origin
Central Asia and the Middle East, with major producers including Iran, the United States, and Turkey
Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Shelf Life
up to 1 year
Status
Approved
About Pistachio (Raw)
Raw pistachios contain 20% protein, and are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats, including vitamin B6, magnesium, and potassium
Nutrition Information
100 grams of raw pistachio contains approximately 159 calories 570 mg of potassium 137 mg of phosphorus 100 mg of magnesium 25 mg of calcium 35 mcg of folate 205 mcg of vitamin B6 and 7 grams of dietary fiber The pistachio is low in sodium and cholesterol The fat content is around 57g most of which is however monounsaturated and polyunsaturated
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for dried pistachio nuts. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Humidity
65-70%
Packaging
Airtight packaging or nitrogen-flushed containers to prevent moisture and oxygen absorption
Shelf Life
up to 1 year
Storage Notes: Keep dried pistachios at low humidity with no standing water, because mold (including aflatoxin-producing Aspergillus) is the main storage threat and high humidity spoils kernel crispness. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 772-776.
Applies to: dried pistachio nuts.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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