Almond Board of California

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Summer is here and my schedule is out teh window. With three kids home I am finding I am being pulled in many directions. Meals are not structured and we are always on the run. Luckily I love smoothies so they have been my go to for breakfast.  I also bring along snacks to keep me and the kids going throughout the day. No matter where we are or what we are doing a snack can give us the extra boost we need. 

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The Almond Board of California sent me a great basket just in time for summer snacking. Filled with bottles and reusable cups to take my smoothies on the go. Yogurt covered almonds, yum! As well as other almond goodies. I have started using the Almond milk for smoothies and using my little portion container for taking almonds in my purse. 

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Just a handful of almonds (about 23) a day may help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels

How to get your portion for the day

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As a kid, I must admit I was not a fan of almonds. Now I love them. I see the benefits of them and love how I can use them in pretty much anything. The Almond Board of California has a list of recipes on their site. Try them out and let me know your fave. 

Giveaway time! 

I have a fabulous basket similar to the one I received for my Canadian readers. 

Gift Basket

Gift Basket from Almond Board of California

  • Almond flour
  • Almond milk (vanilla + regular)
  • Ground almonds
  • Sliced almonds
  • Whole natural almonds
  • Almond butter
  • Yogurt covered almonds
  • Chocolate covered almonds
  • Dried Cranberries
  • Portable Smoothie cup (for the smoothie recipe)
  • Almond Board of California water bottle
  • Almond Board of California snack bag
  • Almond Board of California almond tin
  • Almond Board snack recipes (3-5)
  • Basket

Comments

  1. The little tins they have for sale are so cute!

  2. The Coconut Almond Macaroon Pie looks absolutely decadent and something I would definitely make (and eat all of)!

  3. Karry Knisley says

    The Cinnamon Glazed Almonds Recipe is something I would definitely try.

  4. sylvia mollison says

    I have always loved almonds and remember snacking on Blue Diamond roasted almonds from our high school cafeteria. I love the crunch and sort of sweet flavour of raw almonds as well. I often bake with almond (especially at Christmas) and I was looking through the recipes on the Almond Board's site. The Almond Thumbprint cookies look so delicious and easy to make. I will have to add this recipe to my repertoire!

  5. Christina says

    I had no idea you should eat 23 almonds a day!
    I love almonds and almond breeze.

  6. I didn't know that almonds may have a prebiotic effect that can provide benefits supportive of your GI tract in maintaining immunity and overall well-being. Pretty cool!

  7. I learned Almonds are rich in the anti-oxidant vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol).

  8. I would love to try the Strawberry Banana Almond Drink.

  9. Angela Mitchell says

    There are a few interesting recipes — I'd like to try the Watercress, Strawberry and Almond Salad with Balsamic Honey Vinaigrette. Sounds great for summer.

  10. nicolthepickle says

    They have a craving calculator so if you're craving cookies have an almond butter and jelly sandwhich.

  11. Jennifer C. says

    The "Strawberry Banana Almond Drink" recipe looks amazing! 🙂

  12. There are 3.5 grams of filling fiber in every one-ounce serving of almonds.

    thanks

  13. I learned that if kept under cold storage conditions (<40°F and <65% relative humidity), whole natural almonds can be stored for about two years with no significant loss in quality. That’s an eternity in food years.

  14. jane kramer says

    I learned that about 23 almonds taken daily can help maintain healthy cholesterol levels. this is good to know

  15. I learned that "Roasted products must be protected from oxygen. Storage containers, resealable plastic bags, and vacuum packaging are all good options"

  16. Tricia Cooper says

    The Cinnamon Glazed Almonds caught my eye – I booked marked the recipe to make them sometime!

  17. hmrcarlson says

    I learned that just one ounce of almonds (about 23) contains 35% of the Daily Value for vitamin E.

  18. scott macmillan says

    Eating almond can lower your cholesterol.

  19. I'd like to make the Strawberry Banana Almond Drink that's on the website.

  20. KittyPride says

    Just a handful of almonds (about 23) a day may help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels

  21. The
    Strawberry Banana Almond Drink loos yummy, I'd def try it out

  22. Julie G. says

    I'd like to try the Coconut Almond Macaroon Pie recipe

  23. The Chinese Pearl Balls with Orange Ginger Dipping Sauce looks really yummy! I have never thought of using almonds to make this dish!

  24. Francine says

    the American Heart Association (AHA) has certified almonds with the Heart-Check* mark to signify that they are a heart-healthy food as part of an overall healthy eating pattern

  25. almonds can help you maintain a healthy cholesterol level

  26. I like the recipe for Asian Noodle Bowl with Spicy Almond Sauce and hope to make it soon.

  27. If I won I think I'd make the Almond Butter Cake from the recipes section sounds amazing!

  28. I was interestesd in the Cinnamon Glazed Almonds recipe.

  29. Andrew P says

    I learned that eating roughly 23 almonds a day may help you maintain a healthy cholesterol level

  30. Tammy Dalley says

    The Cinnamon Glazed Almonds look delicious!!

  31. Jeanette Jackson says

    The Sticky Almond Ribs looks good and not too difficult to make.

  32. edmontonjb says

    I love almonds on their own but don't usually use them in recipes. The Almond Thumprint Cookies on the website look like a recipe my family would enjoy.

  33. I learned that a handful of almonds (about 23) a day may help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels!

  34. I learned to make sure avoid exposure to strong odors as almonds can absorb odors of other materials if exposed for prolonged periods

  35. stacey dempsey says

    I learned that California Almonds are an excellent source of vitamin E, magnesium, manganese, and a good source of fiber, copper, phosphorous, and riboflavin. Plus, a one-ounce serving has 13 grams of good unsaturated fats, just 1 gram of saturated fat, and is always cholesterol free

  36. Anu Chopra says

    Just a handful of almonds (about 23) a day may help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels.

  37. tcarolinep says

    Love the Coconut Almond Macaroon Pie I found from their site.

  38. Doris Calvert says

    I would love to try the Coconut Almond Macaroon Pie, yum

  39. The Cinnamon Glazed Almonds recipe sounds delicious, recipe of the day that is cool I like when sites do that 🙂

  40. If kept under cold storage conditions (<40°F and <65% relative humidity), whole natural almonds can be stored for about two years with no significant loss in quality.!!

  41. Nena Sinclair says

    I learned that just a handful of almonds (about 23) a day may help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels. This is very important to me, as I have problems with high cholesterol. I also know that eating almonds can help to stabilize your blood sugar, also important to me, as I'm diabetic.

  42. Susan T. says

    I found an interesting recipe – Chinese Pearl Balls with Orange Ginger Dipping Sauce!

  43. rlee1950 says

    found a fab recipe for Cinnamon Glazed Almonds; yummy

  44. Belinda McNabb says

    I read that 23 almonds a day may help maintain healthy cholesterol levels

  45. Dayna Wilson says

    I found a recipe for strawberry almond "tulips"… yummmm.

  46. Wow! I learned that if you store almonds under cold conditions, they last up to 2 years. I didn't know nuts could last that long!

  47. There's a recipe for Fudge Almond Layer Cake that looks good. A little complicated for me but I'd be willing to try it anyway if it tastes as good as it looks.

  48. amanda faith says

    Loved the ideas for different ways to measure out a perfect serving. I love to snack on almonds.

  49. Margot C says

    I want to make the Chinese Pearl Balls with Orange Ginger Dipping Sauce

  50. Jo Ann Moffatt says

    I learned that almonds are one of the leading food sources of this important antioxidant. It can help neutralize nasty free radicals in your body and help you feel your best day and night.

  51. The French Raspberry Cream Torte recipe looks good.

  52. Vivia Hsu says

    mixing almonds with chocolate chips! yum!

  53. Stefanie says

    I love the Coconut Almond Macaroon Pie Recipe

  54. SueSueper says

    I found this recipe French Raspberry Cream Torte
    It looks awesome!! Gotta try it! http://www.almondboard.com/consumer/RecipeIdeas/P

  55. Strawberry almond tulips look so pretty

  56. I found a great recipe for
    Asparagus, Grape Tomatoes, Portobello Mushrooms & Sliced Almonds with Whole Wheat Rotini

  57. I learned that almonds are extremely healthy.

  58. Venessa B says

    The Strawberry almond tulips are cute

  59. mommakoala says

    Just a handful of almonds (about 23) a day may help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels.

  60. Almonds make a healthy quick snack

  61. almonds can help you maintain a healthy cholesterol level

  62. Pineapple Banana Smootie yum for sure!

  63. Pineapple Banana Smootie yum for sure!

  64. Andrea Williams says

    I want to try their Cherry Almond Fudge.

  65. I learned that almonds are the tree nut highest in protein, fiber, calcium, vitamin E, riboflavin and niacin.

  66. Victoria Ess says

    I learned that there is research suggesting that the fat/calories in almonds are not absorbed as easily as in other foods, so they might not be as high in calories as once thought.

  67. stacey h says

    i enjoy the recipes. the Choco Almond Tea Loaf caught my eye and tummy

  68. Found a recipe for Coconut Almond Macaroon Pie

  69. Margaret Smith says

    I'd love to make the Almond Butter Cake

  70. jennifer h. says

    I learned that a handful of almonds a day can help maintain healthy cholesterol levels. I want to try almond milk as a replacement for dairy milk. It looks much healthier.

  71. Love edamame, so the salad with almonds sounds like a good idea for a different summer side dish!

  72. Karen Gonyea says

    The Cinnamon Glazed Almonds Recipe looks really good 🙂

  73. alyce poalillo says

    I really want to try their recipe for Almond Cheesecake Swirl Brownies!

  74. I found a recipe for Coconut Almond Macaroon Pie. Now I need someone to make it for me.

  75. yourguy414 says

    Love cinamon almonds!

  76. I had no idea that whole almonds could be stored so long! Great to know that. Although they likely would never last that long in our house anyway! Love almonds and eat them a lot.

  77. craig pratt says

    the coconut almond macaroon pie looks amazing

  78. Dayle B. says

    As Almonds are such a family fav. enjoyed reading about how one can use Californian almonds
    in such a wide variety of recipes.would like to try the almond butter loaf.
    Found out that Almonds can be stored for about two years with no significant loss in quality.
    great giveaway basket too.

  79. the coconut almond macaroon pie looks amazing. thankyou, ken

  80. Kim Henrichs says

    This was interesting: a crunchy one-ounce serving of almonds contains a similar amount of total polyphenols as one cup of green tea and &frac12; cup of steamed broccoli

  81. I have to buy more almonds if I need 23 a day!

  82. Shannon F. says

    I would love to try the Cinnamon Glazed Almonds recipe!

  83. debbie petch says

    i would like to try Coconut Almond Macaroon Pie

  84. love the snack generator. thanks

  85. the Broiled Fish with Orange Almond Cilantro Salsa recipe sounds interesting.

  86. One handful of almonds is about 23 almonds and equals 1 ounce which is a perfect serving.

  87. blessnel says

    I would like to try the Coconut Almond Macaroon Pie

  88. lizzysdarcy says

    I learned that a perfect portion is 23 almonds per day.

  89. I want to make the Quick Cinnamon Almond Rice Pudding! Yum!
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  90. read that one good-sized handful, or about 23 almonds, is the ideal daily portion recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

  91. I love almonds! Snack on them all the time. And Almond Breeze is the "milk" I use 95% of the time 🙂

  92. Just a handful of almonds (about 23) a day may help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels.

  93. Jody Pass says

    Almonds are an excellent source of vitamin E, magnesium, manganese, and a good source of fiber, copper, phosphorous, and riboflavin. Plus, a one-ounce serving has 13 grams of good unsaturated fats, just 1 gram of saturated fat, and is always cholesterol free. As a nutrition student, I know how important these little nut gems are!

  94. katherine says

    Coconut Almond Macaroon Pie recipe sounds great!

  95. torlonias says

    If kept under cold storage conditions (<40°F and <65% relative humidity), whole natural almonds can be stored for about two years with no significant loss in quality!

  96. Cheryl Grandy says

    I learned that eating almonds can improve insulin sensitivity in people with type 2 diabetes.

  97. privyseel says

    Adding almonds to a healthy, diabetes-friendly diet may actually help improve certain risk factors for the disease.

  98. 1/4 cup svg

  99. Birdie Skolfield says

    A perfect portion is 23 almonds

  100. Veronica says

    Awesome contest. Just a handful of almonds a day (about 23) may help lower cholesterol.

  101. As little as integrating a handful a day (about 23) of California Almonds into your lifestyle can help decrease your risk of heart disease.

  102. Natalie yeoman says

    You should eat 23 almonds a day

  103. marlenesmith953 says

    i love roasted almonds , and plain ones to but i like cooking with with them also

  104. The cinnamon glazed almond recipe sounds super yummy.

  105. Catharine says

    I like the craving calculator. Cookies be gone

  106. Judy grieve says

    I eat a handful every day!

  107. sarah stickney says

    Coconut Almond Macaroon Pie look very good

  108. 23 almonds is the perfect portion size-tasty and healthy

  109. I enjoy eating almonds.

  110. christine cunningham says

    the health nut almond oaties look yummy!!

  111. Carrie Goodin says

    What a GREAT package! This is amazing!

  112. sarah sar says

    i like the Broiled Fish with Orange Almond Cilantro Salsa recipe. it sounds soooooooo good!

  113. Beth Gallinger says

    Their recipe for Almond, Pear & Salted Caramel Cupcakes looks delicious!

  114. Christina Ferguson says

    I love turkey and I found a fabulous recipe for left over turkey called Open Faced Turkey Sandwiches with Cranberry Almond Sauce.

  115. The Almond Snack Generator was fun to play with.

  116. The Romans showered newlyweds with almonds as a fertility charm

  117. Debbie F says

    I would like to try the Asian Noodle Bowl with Spicy Almond Sauce recipe

  118. sara floyd says

    I liked the tip about adding to bread

  119. Brenda Witherspoon says

    Asparagus, Grape Tomatoes, Portobello Mushrooms & Sliced Almonds with Whole Wheat Rotini – looks good

  120. I'd like to try the Strawberry Banana Almond Drink recipe!

  121. Elaine Buonsante says

    Keep a jar of almonds handy in your desk drawer to avoid mid morning or mid afternoon cravings.

  122. jadedermabombeck says

    I can almost taste the Cinnamon Glazed Almonds mmmmm

  123. I’m making those honey almond clusters tonight! Those look awesome!

  124. bailey dexter says

    Bailey Dexter I like that there is a craving calculator

  125. Florence C says

    about 23 almonds, is the ideal daily portion recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. About a 1/4 cup

  126. Jeannette says

    I learned that in 'pre-diabetes' if 20% of total calorie intake is from almonds, it helped to improve insulin sensitivity.

  127. Sherry K says

    Lots of info on how to get your 23 almonds a day. Like the little baby food jar idea.

  128. Carole Dube says

    A handful of almonds can help keep you feeling full until lunch and you can enjoy them in a variety of flavors to calm any craving—salty or sweet.

  129. Lorena H says

    I learned that a handful of almonds may help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels.

  130. Andrea Amy says

    today's recipe: Health Nut Almond Oaties. LOOKS DELICIOUS!

  131. they have a searchable recipe database like the reduced fat almond biscotti
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  132. miss bianchin says

    coconut or cinnamon

  133. The recipe for the strawberry banana drink looks great

  134. I love almonds and I did not klnow how good they are for you!

  135. I love Almonds:) would love to win:)

  136. 23 Almonds daily lowers cholesterol

  137. Vitamin E, California Almonds are one of the leading food sources of this important antioxidant.

  138. Anne Derkat says

    Eating almonds can lower your cholesterol level

  139. myspotme says

    Cinnamon Glazed Almonds Recipe

  140. Sunshine G says

    They have a lot of vitamin E and are good for healthy cholesterol.

  141. Nicole B says

    strawberry almond banana drink sounds great!

  142. the coconut almond macaroon pie sounds D-LISH

  143. Bcteagirl says

    Eating almonds may improve risk factors for diabetes!

  144. I learned that when you store you almonds you should Avoid exposure to strong odors as almonds can absorb odors of other materials if exposed for prolonged periods.

  145. Lori Bazan says

    Thanks for the post and review. I have a lot of company coming over this week-end and I am definitely making Beer & Bacon-Glazed "All-Mans" (Almonds) recipie. This pairs well with all the beer I suspect the guys will drink!

  146. Shelley N says

    love almonds. reminds me that I need to get some in

  147. Shelley N says

    Use almonds late at night when you have a craving for sweets is one of their recommendations. I will have to try this since I have a terrible sweet tooth.

  148. I didn't know almonds were good for reducing cholesterol

  149. Brenda Penton says

    I learned that Nutrients in almonds, such as fiber and unsaturated fat, have been shown to help maintain healthy cholesterol and blood glucose levels.

  150. Kristi F. says

    I like the tip of using almonds on some fat-free frozen yogurt for those late night munchies.

  151. I love almonds and the fact that they are healthy and may help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels is a bonus!

  152. The Cinnamon Glazed Almonds Recipe sounds sooo good

  153. stephy905 says

    I really want to try the Almond Crusted Chevre and Grape Truffles recipe

  154. Deborah Stawiarski says

    Eating 23 almonds a day, all righty then!

  155. DIANNE DELODDER says

    Nutritional Information by DIANNE DELODDER
    Nutritional analysis per serving.
    Calories155 Fiber1.5 g
    Fat13 g Cholesterol1 mg
    Sat Fat1.5 g Sodium109 mg
    Mono Fat8.1 g Calcium103 mg
    Poly Fat2.6 g Magnesium74 mg
    Protein4 g Potassium229 mg
    Carb8 g Vitamin E4.2 mg*
    * total alpha-tocopherol equivalents

  156. Grab a handful of whole natural almonds to give your body a post-workout boost to gear you up for the day.

  157. Jennifer M. says

    I like the tip about keeping a jar of almonds at work instead of a bowl of candy.

  158. jeffrey n says

    I learned that about 23 almonds taken daily can help maintain healthy cholesterol levels. this is good to know

  159. Melissa Avey says

    You know what looks awesome : The Cinnamon Glazed Almonds Recipe

  160. mike gismondi says

    I learned Almonds are rich in the anti-oxidant vitamin E

  161. The Strawberry Banana Almond Drink looks good.

  162. The Strawberry Banana Almond Drink recipe sounds delicious
    thanks

  163. blessedta says

    Almonds may help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels.

  164. meredith says

    I learned to eat 23 almonds taken daily to help maintain healthy cholesterol levels.

  165. fahlinstar says

    OMG! I wanna try the Chocolate Banana Almond Breakfast Shake recipe! I Looks sooo yummy!
    (RAFFLECOPTER: MAEGAN MORIN)

  166. I like the storage tips (Roasted products must be protected from oxygen. Storage containers, resealable plastic bags, and vacuum packaging are all good options.)
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  167. Almonds are good for the heart.

  168. Jennifer Irvine says

    Strawberry Banana Almond Drink sounds like a recipe I would love to try!

  169. Wow – i learned that they are a great source of a lot of needed nutrients. I knew they were good for you, but that's awesome! I eat a lot of them. 🙂

  170. Donna L. says

    Tip: Keep a jar of almonds on your desk at work to encourage you, and your coworkers, to nix the candy-bowl habit.

  171. Tara Gauthier says

    Almonds make a great late night snack!

  172. Tara Crawford says

    didn't realize that you need 23 almonds a day in your diet… guess i better buy some

  173. Christy Martin says

    I would love to try Beer & Bacon-Glazed "All-Mans" (Almonds). I wish I could Pin It!

  174. ginette4 says

    I learnt that to recover from an intense workout at the gym, grab a handful of nuts, I didn't know that I knew bananas were good after a workout but I didn't know that about almonds, I will pass this along

  175. S.Jackson says

    I will be trying the Cinnamon Glazed Almonds!

  176. Julie bolduc says

    There are 3.5 grams of filling fiber in every one-ounce serving of almonds. 

  177. California Almonds have alpha-tocopherol vitamin E which the human body absorbs best.
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  178. Dale Steele Nicolov says

    We use almond breeze as our milk substitute. It is so much healthier than cows milk.

  179. I’d love to make the almond thumbprint cookies.

  180. Gail Wright says

    Almonds are good for you & enjoyable to eat.

  181. The Coconut Almond Macaroon Pie looks delicious!

  182. I learned Almonds are rich in the anti-oxidant vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol)

  183. Wanda Jean says

    The Strawberry Banana Almond Drink looks very easy to make and very refreshing

  184. The strawberry banana almond drink sounds delicious

  185. mbrunello says

    i love anything almond!!

  186. Maureen Longland says

    Love the recipe for the Robust Raspberry Almond Smoothie. Looks healthy and delicious at the same time.

  187. 3angels3 says

    I'd love to try the Frozen Mocha Almond Shake recipe! Sounds delicious.

  188. Wanda Bergman says

    I learned that The Bible’s book of Numbers tells of Aaron’s rod that blossomed and bore almonds, using them as a symbol to represent the divine approval of Aaron by God.

  189. I learned that Almonds are cholesterol free and low in saturated fat
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  190. Heidi Lindsay says

    a 1-ounce serving of almonds has 6 grams of protein!

  191. an ice cream scoop is an easy way to measure out a serving

  192. almonds have calcium and are full of protien i love to eat them 'raw'

  193. I learned that "just one ounce of almonds (about 23) contains 35% of the Daily Value for vitamin E."

  194. Viv Sluys says

    Almonds are good for the heart and are an excellent source of vitamin E, magnesium, manganese, and a good source of fiber, copper, phosphorous, and riboflavin

  195. I love keeping some almonds in a airtight container, In my car for snacking on.

  196. Jennifer L. says

    I really like this recipe: Strawberry Banana Almond Drink. It sounds delicious!

  197. 1 handful = 23 almonds = 1 ounce

  198. Julie bolduc says

    The Strawberry Banana Almond Drink sounds good

  199. Rhonda W G. says

    I learnt that almonds are the tree nut highest in protein, fiber, calcium, vitamin E, riboflavin, and niacin. I love them as a snack!

  200. Wow! I learned that almonds have 13 grams of unsaturated fats!

  201. almond apple maple oatmeal looks good

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