Both dishes call for pecans, which are among the lowest in carbs and highest in fiber compared to other tree nuts. As a nutrient-dense powerhouse, they have three grams of plant-based protein and three grams of fiber per one-ounce serving with 12 grams of “good” monounsaturated fat and only two grams of saturated fat. Pecans also provide essential nutrients like thiamin, zinc, copper and manganese.
For additional pecan recipes, visit americanpecan.com. You can find North Carolina growers that sell pecans locally and online at gottobenc.com.
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