About Nut Pulp and the Benefits

With many nuts, nut pulp is a hidden gem loaded with essential macro and micronutrients. Often overlooked, nut pulp is an incredibly valuable product of nut milk making. One can acquire pulp from almonds, pistachios, Brazil nuts, and both pumpkin and sunflower seeds (just to name a few). The most popular and most used nut pulp comes from almonds. Almond pulp is a great source of vitamin E, energy, antioxidants, and may also decrease bad cholesterol. In general, nut pulp is a great source of dietary fiber which plays an important role in maintaining a healthy digestive system.

What is Nut Pulp?

Nut pulp is the left over residue material that remains after making nut milk. It is the ground-up pieces of the nuts themselves. One way to collect nut pulp can be from the use of the Nutr Machine. After straining nut milk from the Nutr, there will be a small amount of pulp left in the strainer. If not using the nut pulp immediately, the pulp can be stored in a jar and kept frozen for future use. Storing pulp in the freezer can help preservation, and when ready to use, the nut pulp can be thawed for any baking needs.

Almond Nut Pulp Benefits

You may be wondering ‘What makes almonds the most popular to incorporate into nut pulp?’ Well…there are a few reasons worth mentioning! First, almond milk has increased in popularity in recent years due to its ever growing accessibility in both coffee shops and grocery stores. With that, those who love almond milk have started to experiment making their own milk at home in order to ditch the necessary oils, sugars, and preservatives in many store-bought options. In addition to popularity, almonds tend to have a tougher exterior making them more ‘dry’ compared to their nutty counterparts (take cashews for example).

With its subtle and palatable taste, almond pulp can be used in baking as a substitute for flour and is generally added to cookies, bread, granola bars, hummus, and muffins. If almond pulp is not being used for baking, the pulp is a great addition to a compost pile. The popularity of almond pulp has grown because of the many different uses and its nutritious characteristics.

Pistachio Nut Pulp Benefits

Pistachio pulp is also packed with vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber. The nut itself can help with cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure. Pistachios, as well as their pulp, are a great source of vitamin E, vitamin B6, potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus. Mixing the pulp into any culinary creation is a great way to promote a healthy diet and also get those key nutrients. Just like almond pulp, pistachio pulp can also be used in baking, and even filling on pastries, to add delicious pistachio taste. Other uses of pistachio pulp could be pistachio pesto, pistachio ice cream, pistachio spread (similar to other nut butters), and pistachio smoothies. Of course, there is no limit to what can be made with nut pulps.

Brazil Nut Pulp Benefits

Last, but certainly not least, Brazil nut pulp. Brazil nut pulp, just like any other nut pulp, is loaded with nutritional benefits. It is most importantly noted that Brazil nuts can support thyroid function. The thyroid gland makes hormones that are essential for your metabolism, growth, and body temperature regulation. Brazil nuts and its pulp are also rich in selenium.  Selenium can enhance immune function. Brazil nut butter, energy balls, crust, and different desserts can all be made using Brazil nut pulp.

Go Nuts with Nut Pulp! 

Nut pulp is the underappreciated hero of nut milk creations. Don’t discard the pulp, go nuts with it and see the nutritional benefits and possibilities. With so many new creations to be made given the smooth texture and rich taste. Next time there is left over pulp from the Nutr Machine, get creative in the kitchen and create new recipes while unlocking added vitamins into your wellness routine.