Roasted Pistachios are healthy and delicious! This easy roasted pistachio recipe shows how to roast pistachios without shell and with salt.
These no shell roasted and salted pistachios make a wonderful healthy snack! They are also very versatile and can be used in so many recipes, as a salad topping, yogurt topping, and more! They are super easy to make and taste better than store-bought roasted pistachios since they are freshly roasted and salted to your liking.
I have a genuine love of nuts, I am like a squirrel, and pistachios are my favorite nut! I love them so much that I stopped keeping them in the house for a while because I had no self-control. However, I decided I wanted to make a recipe using pistachios, so I bought a bag of raw pistachio kernels… and then I bought some more. I could not stop with just making one pistachio recipe, I had to make more! So, I will give you this simple recipe first, but there is more to come! Just in case you were wondering, to my delight, I did not turn into a chubby squirrel eating all of the pistachios. I may have even lost weight! My love for pistachios has grown.
Are Roasted Pistachios Healthy?
Yes! Roasted Pistachios are still healthy. Roasting pistachios has a minimal impact on the nutrient content when roasted at a lower temperature for a short duration. Roasted pistachios are easier to digest than raw pistachios, plus, roasting nuts can kill harmful bacteria. Roasted nuts taste better as well!
Pistachio Health Benefits
I would say that pistachios are a superfood since they provide so many health benefits. They are a complete protein source and high in fiber, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and omega-3 fatty acids. They are also the lowest-calorie nut.
Since pistachios are packed with so many nutrients, antioxidants, and omega-3s, they can increase good cholesterol while decreasing bad cholesterol and help prevent heart disease. They also contain lutein and zeaxanthin, which can help maintain eye health, improve blood flow to the brain, and strengthen the immune system. Due to the high fiber content, pistachios can help with digestion and nutrient absorption, and improve gut health. And finally, pistachios are a complete protein providing all nine essential amino acids to help build and repair muscle, making them a great source of plant-based protein for vegans and vegetarians.
As you can see, pistachios are good for your heart, eyes, brain, gut, immune system, and taste buds!
How to Roast Pistachios Without Shell
To roast raw pistachio kernels with no shell in the oven, first, preheat your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Toss or spray the pistachios with oil to coat. Choose your choice of salt, sprinkle onto the pistachios, then toss or stir. Spread the pistachios into a single layer on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Place the baking sheet onto the center rack of your preheated oven. Roast for 10 minutes at 300 degrees Fahrenheit, keeping an eye on them so they do not burn.
Remove the pistachios from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet, for at least 10 minutes. Do a taste test and sprinkle with additional salt if desired. Serve the pistachios fresh or store them in an airtight container to enjoy later.
Roasted Pistachios
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw pistachio kernels (no shell)
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt *see notes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss or spray the pistachios with oil to coat. Choose your choice of salt, sprinkle onto the pistachios, then toss or stir. Spread the pistachios into a single layer on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Place the baking sheet onto the center rack of your preheated oven. Roast for 10 minutes at 300 degrees Fahrenheit, keeping an eye on them so they do not burn.
- Remove the pistachios from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet, for at least 10 minutes. Do a taste test and sprinkle with additional salt if desired. Serve the pistachios fresh or store them in an airtight container to enjoy later.
Notes
- I recommend using fine kosher, Himalayan, or sea salt. You can also sprinkle the nuts with some additional salt, once they have finished if you would like them to be saltier. I sprinkle them with an additional 1/4 tsp of salt sometimes.
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