- Glossary
- Peanuts - versatile legumes
Peanuts - versatile legumes
Peanuts are actually legumes, not true nuts. They originate from South America and are high in protein, healthy fats, and B vitamins. They are used roasted, salted, as peanut butter, or as an ingredient in Asian and African dishes.
- Peanuts are botanically legumes, not nuts, they mature underground.
- Peanut butter was invented in 1884 by Canadian physician Marcellus Gilmore Edson.
- China and India are the world's largest peanut producers.
- Peanut allergy is one of the most common and severe food allergies.
Nutritional values (100 g of product contains)
Energy
588 kcal
29 %
Proteins
23 g
46 %
Fats
43 g
62 %
Carbohydrates
26 g
10 %
Fiber
8 g
32 %
Salt
4 mg
< 1 %
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