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Mekanzou
Each Mekanzou is less than two inches in length. Mekanzou offer a slightly sweet taste and tender texture when young. Older sprouts will be more fibrous and have a slightly bitter aftertaste
Miyamairakusa
Miyamairakusa are tender and crisp wild edible plants whose leaves, stems and roots are all edible. Leaves are heart-shaped, toothed and hairy; stems are crisp and fibrous. The leaves and stems are covered in tiny stinging and non-stinging hairs
Grower
Green almonds are available in the early spring for a very brief 8 week period, beginning typically in late March or early April.
Green almonds have a typically almond shape, but are distinguishable by their fuzzy and velvet-like green outer skin. The inner flesh of the Green almond is unique, offering a soft jelly consistency within a skinless nut. The inner nut has a delicate creamy outer skin. The soft internal flesh offers a unique flavor with mild floral and grass like notes, with an overall fruity savor.
Trans-fat-free and cholesterol-free, fresh green almonds provide the same nutritional benefits as dry roasted almonds which include protein, dietary fiber, vitamin E, calcium, iron and a trace of vitamin C. One-fourth cup contains about 180 calories.
The young nut taste pairs well with compatible lemony flavors. A myriad of fish entrées and seafood specialties love its complementary accent. Serve with lobster, snapper, cod, shrimp, halibut, scallops, clam and oysters. To store, keep refrigerated up to three weeks.
A member of the peach family, which explains their fuzzy feel, green almonds are grown locally at Weiser Farms in California. Specializing in root vegetables, Weiser Farms has been growing premium vegetables since 1977. Ideal sandy soil for producing superior products, Weiser Farms' one hundred-twenty acres allows vital crop rotation resulting in top quality produce.
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Seasons/Availability
Green almonds are available in the early spring for a very brief 8 week period, beginning typically in late March or early April.
Description/Taste
Green almonds have a typically almond shape, but are distinguishable by their fuzzy and velvet-like green outer skin. The inner flesh of the Green almond is unique, offering a soft jelly consistency within a skinless nut. The inner nut has a delicate creamy outer skin. The soft internal flesh offers a unique flavor with mild floral and grass like notes, with an overall fruity savor.
Nutritional Value
Trans-fat-free and cholesterol-free, fresh green almonds provide the same nutritional benefits as dry roasted almonds which include protein, dietary fiber, vitamin E, calcium, iron and a trace of vitamin C. One-fourth cup contains about 180 calories.
Applications
The young nut taste pairs well with compatible lemony flavors. A myriad of fish entrées and seafood specialties love its complementary accent. Serve with lobster, snapper, cod, shrimp, halibut, scallops, clam and oysters. To store, keep refrigerated up to three weeks.
Geography/History
A member of the peach family, which explains their fuzzy feel, green almonds are grown locally at Weiser Farms in California. Specializing in root vegetables, Weiser Farms has been growing premium vegetables since 1977. Ideal sandy soil for producing superior products, Weiser Farms' one hundred-twenty acres allows vital crop rotation resulting in top quality produce.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Fresh Green Almonds. One
is easiest, three is harder.Recently Spotted
People have spotted Fresh Green Almonds using the Specialty Produce app for iPhone and Android.
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Fat Uncle Farms
Near Wasco, California, United States About 94 days ago, 4/22/14 Fairway Douglaston NY Near Queens, New York, United States About 96 days ago, 4/20/14 Spotter's comments : Fresh Green Almonds spotted at Fairway Douglaston NY. Fairway Near Queens, New York, United States About 96 days ago, 4/20/14 Spotter's comments : Fresh Green Almonds spotted at Fairway. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 121 days ago, 3/26/14 Spotter's comments : Fresh Green Almonds spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. Kennedy Farm Specialty Produce Near San Diego, California, United States About 128 days ago, 3/19/14 Spotter's comments : Very fresh and citrusy. nice clean flavor. Santa Monica Farmers Market Near Santa Monica, California, United States About 128 days ago, 3/19/14 Spotter's comments : Fresh Green Almonds spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. Fat Uncle Farms "1st of Season" Marina Kitchen Near San Diego, California, United States About 423 days ago, 5/28/13 Santa Monica Farmers Market Near Santa Monica, California, United States About 457 days ago, 4/24/13 Spotter's comments : Fat Uncle Farms has fresh green almonds. These almonds have a nice balanced acidity. |
