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There’s never a bad time to whip up a few snacks featuring pistachios, the colorful and heart-healthy nut. Often called the “happy nut” due to its cracked shell resembling a smile,pistachiosare undeniably tasty and full of healthful properties—like plant-based protein and fiber. From Peanut Butter, Blueberry & Oat Energy Squares to Pizza Pistachios, these easy recipes serve as the perfect cure to a mid-day slump or quick fix to an after-dinner sweet tooth.
01of 17Chai Chia PuddingView RecipeSwitch up your morning oatmeal routine with this so-easy chia pudding recipe. This healthy breakfast recipe has all the warm, spicy flavors of chai topped with creamy bananas and crunchy pistachios for added flavor and texture.
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Chai Chia Pudding
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Switch up your morning oatmeal routine with this so-easy chia pudding recipe. This healthy breakfast recipe has all the warm, spicy flavors of chai topped with creamy bananas and crunchy pistachios for added flavor and texture.
02of 17Pistachio & Peach ToastView RecipeThis breakfast is great when you have leftover ricotta cheese—plus it comes together in just 5 minutes.
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Pistachio & Peach Toast
This breakfast is great when you have leftover ricotta cheese—plus it comes together in just 5 minutes.
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Date-Pistachio Granola Bars
04of 17Apple Mini Fruit PizzasRound apple slices make a sweet, crisp, no-bake crust for these easy fruit pizzas topped with almond butter, chocolate chips and crunchy pistachios. This fun snack or healthy dessert cuts carbs from a classic cookie-crust fruit pizza.
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Apple Mini Fruit Pizzas
Round apple slices make a sweet, crisp, no-bake crust for these easy fruit pizzas topped with almond butter, chocolate chips and crunchy pistachios. This fun snack or healthy dessert cuts carbs from a classic cookie-crust fruit pizza.
05of 17Pizza PistachiosView RecipeJennifer CauseyNutritional yeast mimics the flavor of cheese, lending a pizza-like flavor to these playful spiced pistachios.
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Pizza Pistachios
Jennifer Causey
Nutritional yeast mimics the flavor of cheese, lending a pizza-like flavor to these playful spiced pistachios.
06of 17Peanut Butter, Blueberry & Oat Energy SquaresView RecipeThese one-bowl, no-bake energy squares ensure a quick way to refuel during long meetings, tough workouts or that mid-afternoon energy slump. Feel free to swap the blueberries for your favorite dried fruit and the pistachios for your favorite nut–but keep the maple syrup as is; we found using less than 1/2 cup resulted in crumbly bars.
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Peanut Butter, Blueberry & Oat Energy Squares
These one-bowl, no-bake energy squares ensure a quick way to refuel during long meetings, tough workouts or that mid-afternoon energy slump. Feel free to swap the blueberries for your favorite dried fruit and the pistachios for your favorite nut–but keep the maple syrup as is; we found using less than 1/2 cup resulted in crumbly bars.
07of 17Fruit & Nut Popcorn Trail MixSweet dried fruit, salty nuts and crunchy popcorn are mixed together to make this super-satisfying, homemade trail mix that travels well.
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Fruit & Nut Popcorn Trail Mix
Sweet dried fruit, salty nuts and crunchy popcorn are mixed together to make this super-satisfying, homemade trail mix that travels well.
08of 17Strawberry-Pistachio Greek Yogurt BarkView RecipeTed + Chelsea CavanaughStrawberries and pistachios top a thin layer of Greek yogurt for a colorful and tasty frozen treat. A sprinkle of chocolate cookie crumbs finishes this satisfying snack or dessert.
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Strawberry-Pistachio Greek Yogurt Bark
Ted + Chelsea Cavanaugh
Strawberries and pistachios top a thin layer of Greek yogurt for a colorful and tasty frozen treat. A sprinkle of chocolate cookie crumbs finishes this satisfying snack or dessert.
09of 17Savory Date & Pistachio BitesView RecipeA touch of sweetness from the dates and raisins paired with crunch and nuttiness from the pistachios make these bites perfect for an on-the-go snack or as an accompaniment on a cheese board.
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Savory Date & Pistachio Bites
A touch of sweetness from the dates and raisins paired with crunch and nuttiness from the pistachios make these bites perfect for an on-the-go snack or as an accompaniment on a cheese board.
10of 17Apple & PistachiosThis apple & pistachio combo is a well-rounded and satisfying snack.
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Apple & Pistachios
This apple & pistachio combo is a well-rounded and satisfying snack.
11of 17Chocolate-Pistachio KiwiView RecipeDrizzle melted dark chocolate onto sliced kiwis and sprinkle with pistachio nuts for a fast healthy dessert or snack that satisfies your sweet, salty cravings.
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Chocolate-Pistachio Kiwi
Drizzle melted dark chocolate onto sliced kiwis and sprinkle with pistachio nuts for a fast healthy dessert or snack that satisfies your sweet, salty cravings.
12of 17Pistachio-White Chocolate PretzelsPretzel sticks are all dressed up for a special occasion when dipped in white or dark chocolate, rolled in pistachio nuts and topped with dried cherries.
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Pistachio-White Chocolate Pretzels
Pretzel sticks are all dressed up for a special occasion when dipped in white or dark chocolate, rolled in pistachio nuts and topped with dried cherries.
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Pistachio Apricot Crunch Yogurt Topper
14of 17Clementine & Pistachio RicottaSkip sugar-sweetened yogurt and try ricotta instead. Topped with fresh fruit and nuts, it’s the perfect healthy snack.
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Clementine & Pistachio Ricotta
Skip sugar-sweetened yogurt and try ricotta instead. Topped with fresh fruit and nuts, it’s the perfect healthy snack.
15of 17Raspberry-Pistachio Greek Yogurt BarkView RecipeMix Greek yogurt with sweet jam and crunchy pistachios and freeze so you can break into chunks just like chocolate bark (but healthier!). This colorful snack or healthy dessert is perfect for kids and adults alike. Use full-fat yogurt to ensure the creamiest bark possible.
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Raspberry-Pistachio Greek Yogurt Bark
Mix Greek yogurt with sweet jam and crunchy pistachios and freeze so you can break into chunks just like chocolate bark (but healthier!). This colorful snack or healthy dessert is perfect for kids and adults alike. Use full-fat yogurt to ensure the creamiest bark possible.
16of 17Blood Oranges with Rose Water & PistachiosView RecipeVictor ProtasioRose water adds subtle floral notes to the agave syrup that’s drizzled over blood orange rounds in this recipe. If you prefer to skip it, vanilla extract is a delicious substitute.
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Blood Oranges with Rose Water & Pistachios
Victor Protasio
Rose water adds subtle floral notes to the agave syrup that’s drizzled over blood orange rounds in this recipe. If you prefer to skip it, vanilla extract is a delicious substitute.
17of 17Watermelon with LimeView RecipeA hit of lime zest and crunchy salt flakes on ripe watermelon is an addictive, salty-sweet way to enjoy a refreshing and hydrating snack. Pair it with a few pistachios for a protein boost.
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Watermelon with Lime
A hit of lime zest and crunchy salt flakes on ripe watermelon is an addictive, salty-sweet way to enjoy a refreshing and hydrating snack. Pair it with a few pistachios for a protein boost.
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