Crunchy yet buttery textured, pleasantly sweet, and delicious pine nuts are small edible seeds (kernels) of the female cone on a pine tree. Pine kernels are, indeed, a splendid source of plant-derived nutrients, essential minerals, vitamins. Pine nuts are delicious as a snack on their own, added to trail mixes, or in baked goods.

They also make a crunchy topping for salads and pasta dishes. Try them cooked with vegetables such as spinach for a nutty twist. Pine nuts are also a key ingredient in pesto sauce.