Love peanuts? They are a great source of healthful fats, protein, and fibre. Despite being high in calories, peanuts are nutrient-rich and low in carbohydrates. They also contain more than 30 essential vitamins and minerals.
Eating peanuts has three main health benefits:
- supporting heart health
- maintaining a healthy weight
- managing blood sugar
Raw peanuts are probably the best way to get the nutritional and health benefits of this superfood. Raw peanuts with their skin on are high in cell-defending antioxidants. They are also rich in monounsaturated fats, which are good for your heart.
Peanuts are also incredibly versatile, you can grind them into a paste and make peanut butter, add them to curries, roast them or coat them with spices, salt, or sugars, or add to home-made sauces like satay sauce. They also make a good snack for those who want to reduce carbohydrates, as they keep you full for longer.
Make your own peanut butter
Ingredients
2 cups dry roasted unsalted peanuts (can use salted)
1–2 tablespoons honey or sugar
Sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Place peanuts in a food processor. Process until very smooth, stopping every 30 seconds to 1 minute, and let it run for 10 minutes max. The peanuts will be crumbly at first, then a chunky dry ball, and then finally a smooth and creamy peanut butter. You may also stir in the sugar, honey, or salt.
- Store in the fridge to keep it for several weeks, or at room temperature to use it straight away.
Our Certified Organic Australian grown peanuts are available as Raw Peanuts, Dry Roasted Peanuts, and Activated Peanuts.