{"product_id":"organic-pine-nuts-80g","title":"Organic Pine Nuts 80g","description":"\u003cp\u003ePine nuts are the edible seeds of pine trees — small, ivory-coloured, and intensely rich with a distinctive buttery, resinous flavour that is entirely unique among nuts and seeds. These certified organic pine nuts from \u003cstrong\u003eJust Natural Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e are the classic European variety (\u003cem\u003ePinus pinea\u003c\/em\u003e), sourced from Mediterranean stone pines and hand-harvested from the cones. They are the only nut to contain \u003cstrong\u003epinolenic acid\u003c\/strong\u003e — a rare polyunsaturated fatty acid associated with appetite regulation, as it stimulates the production of cholecystokinin (CCK), a hormone that signals satiety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePine nuts are a good source of \u003cstrong\u003emanganese\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eVitamin E\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emagnesium\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ezinc\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eVitamin K\u003c\/strong\u003e, alongside plant protein and monounsaturated fats. Their small size and intense flavour mean a little goes a long way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic\u003c\/strong\u003e by the Soil Association. Plastic-free, home-compostable packaging. Available in 80g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToast in a dry pan for 2–3 minutes until golden and use immediately — the flavour transforms dramatically. Use in classic pesto (basil, pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic, olive oil). Scatter over pasta, pizza, roasted vegetables, or rocket salad. Add to stuffed peppers or couscous. Use in Middle Eastern tabbouleh or kibbeh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecipe idea — Classic Basil Pesto:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toast 40g pine nuts in a dry pan until lightly golden. Blend with a large bunch of fresh basil leaves, 1 clove garlic, 40g Parmesan (or 3 tbsp nutritional yeast for vegan), 80ml extra virgin olive oil, juice of half a lemon, and a pinch of salt. Blend to your preferred texture — smooth or slightly chunky. Stir through pasta, spread on bruschetta, or swirl into soup. A classic that takes under 5 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNutritional Values per 100g\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2815 kJ \/ 673 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e68g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOf Which Saturates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.9g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOf Which Sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.6g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.7g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey nutrients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unique source of pinolenic acid (appetite-regulating omega-6), high in manganese, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, magnesium, zinc, and copper. High in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Pine Nuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do pine nuts sometimes cause \"pine mouth\" — a bitter, metallic taste?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Pine mouth\" (pine nut syndrome) is a temporary condition affecting some people after eating pine nuts, causing a bitter or metallic taste that can persist for days to weeks. It is associated specifically with certain species of Chinese pine (\u003cem\u003ePinus armandii\u003c\/em\u003e), not with the European stone pine (\u003cem\u003ePinus pinea\u003c\/em\u003e) used in these nuts. European pine nuts are not associated with this condition. Always check the origin on the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I toast pine nuts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDry-toast in a pan over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly. Watch carefully — pine nuts go from golden to burnt very quickly due to their high oil content. Remove from the heat as soon as they are golden and fragrant, and spread on a cold surface to stop cooking immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are pine nuts so expensive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePine nuts are harvested by hand from pine cones that take 3 years to mature. Each cone contains relatively few nuts, and the extraction process is labour-intensive. European stone pine cultivation is slow and limited to Mediterranean regions, keeping supply relatively constrained and prices high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre pine nuts gluten-free?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — pine nuts are naturally gluten-free. 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