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Roasted Pecans, Halves — Salted - 5 lb (80 oz)

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Nut Cravings roasted salted pecan halves are whole halves, not pieces, roasted in small batches with a light salt finish. Pecans are the only major tree nut native to North America, with Georgia growing roughly 30 percent of the US commercial pecan crop. Each one-ounce serving delivers 190 calories and 3 grams of protein, making these a good source of protein, dietary fiber, heart-healthy fats, antioxidants, omega-3, calcium, zinc, and vitamin A. 11 verified reviews. 4.91 stars. Four sizes from 1 lb to 5 lb. Free shipping on orders over $25. Browse the complete nuts collection for every variety available from Nut Cravings.

Why Roasted and Lightly Salted

Raw pecans taste fine but lean slightly bitter because of the tannins in the thin inner skin. Roasting deepens the natural sweetness and mellows the bitterness, which is why pecan pie recipes always call for toasted pecans. The light salt finish adds contrast without overpowering the flavor the way heavily salted cocktail nuts do. You can eat them straight from the bag without feeling like you've overdone the sodium.

Most supermarket roasted pecans are factory-roasted months before they hit the shelf. Roasted nuts have a shorter shelf life than raw, so freshness matters more here than with raw nuts. Ours ship within 24 business hours of order, so what arrives at your door is closer to roast date than any bag at your local grocery.

These are pecan halves only, not pieces, which means cleaner presentation for charcuterie boards, holiday baking, and gift assembly.

Nutrition Facts Per One Ounce (28g, About 19 Pecan Halves)

  • Calories: 190
  • Total Fat: 20g (26% DV)
  • Saturated Fat: 2g (10% DV)
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg (0%)
  • Sodium: 110mg (5% DV)
  • Total Carbohydrate: 4g (1% DV)
  • Dietary Fiber: 3g (11% DV)
  • Total Sugars: 1g (includes 0g added sugars)
  • Protein: 3g
  • Vitamin D: 0mcg (0%)
  • Calcium: 20mg (2% DV)
  • Iron: 1mg (6% DV)
  • Potassium: 110mg

Good Source of Eight Key Nutrients

Every one-ounce serving of these roasted salted pecan halves is a good source of:

  • Protein: 3g per serving
  • Dietary Fiber: 3g per serving, 11% Daily Value
  • Heart-Healthy Fats: 20g total fat per serving, mostly monounsaturated
  • Antioxidants
  • Omega-3
  • Calcium: 20mg, 2% Daily Value per serving
  • Zinc
  • Vitamin A

How to Use Roasted Salted Pecan Halves

Straight Snacking

The light salt makes these easy to eat by the handful. Good pairing with red wine, sharp cheddar, or dark chocolate.

Pecan Pie and Holiday Baking

A classic Thanksgiving and Christmas use. Roasted halves give pecan pie a deeper, nuttier flavor than raw. Also great in pecan sandies, butter pecan cookies, and maple-pecan tarts.

Salads

Chop over spinach salads with goat cheese, cranberries, and maple vinaigrette. Or use Waldorf-style with apples and celery.

Charcuterie Boards

Pecan halves hold up visually on a board and pair well with aged cheeses, dates, and cured meats.

Sweet Potato and Winter Squash Dishes

Sprinkle over roasted sweet potatoes with brown sugar and butter. A classic Southern side.

Ice Cream and Yogurt Topping

Chop into vanilla ice cream, butter pecan ice cream, or Greek yogurt with honey.

Choosing the Right Size

  • 1 lb: $1.37 per ounce
  • 2 lb: $1.00 per ounce
  • 3 lb: $0.94 per ounce
  • 5 lb: $0.75 per ounce; divide and move half to the freezer on arrival

Storage

Roasted pecans have a shorter shelf life than raw because heat from roasting accelerates fat oxidation. Seal the bag tightly after each use and keep it cool.

  • Pantry (sealed bag, cool dark location): 3 to 4 months
  • Refrigerator (sealed bag or airtight container): up to 9 months
  • Freezer (airtight container): up to 2 years, no quality loss

For the 3 lb and 5 lb sizes, move half to the freezer on arrival. Frozen roasted pecans thaw quickly and retain full crunch and flavor. Every order ships within 24 business hours.

Roasted Salted Pecan Halves Guarantee

4.91 stars from 11 verified buyers. Every Nut Cravings order is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If these roasted salted pecan halves arrive below the freshness standard you expect, contact our team within seven days and we will resolve it promptly. Explore the full nuts collection for every variety available from Nut Cravings, or build a complete snack rotation with our healthy snack boxes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Georgia produces approximately 30 percent of the US commercial pecan crop. The Desirable and Elliot varieties dominant in Georgia have a specific sugar-fat balance higher monounsaturated fat percentage and richer, sweeter kernel flavor that distinguishes them from western-grown varieties (Wichita, Western Schley) grown in New Mexico and Texas. For baking and snacking where pecan flavor is the point, Georgia production is the historical and culinary standard. Pecans are also the only major tree nut native to North America, with indigenous communities across Georgia, Texas, and the Mississippi River valley eating wild pecans for centuries before European settlement.

The clinical evidence is the most comprehensive of any nut in the NutCravings catalog. Sandhu, Edirisinghe, and Burton-Freeman (Nutrients, November 2025, DOI 10.3390/nu17233686) reviewed 52 pecan studies from 2000 to 2025 and found consistent reductions in total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, and non-HDL cholesterol from regular pecan consumption, along with documented antioxidant defenses. A Journal of Nutrition clinical trial found daily pecan consumption lowered LDL cholesterol by up to 9.5 percent a reduction the researchers noted is comparable to what is seen with cholesterol-lowering medications. Loma Linda University researchers found that after eating pecans, LDL oxidation decreased by up to 33 percent. Roasting does not meaningfully reduce the fat and polyphenol components that drive these effects.

Yes pecans are the most keto-compatible commonly eaten tree nut. At approximately 1.2 grams of net carbohydrates per ounce (3.9 grams total carbs minus 2.7 grams fiber) and a glycemic index of approximately 10, roasted salted pecans have essentially zero impact on blood glucose or ketosis. The sodium from the light salt (approximately 75 milligrams per ounce) does not affect ketosis. One ounce of pecans delivers 20.4 grams of predominantly unsaturated fat, 2.6 grams of protein, and 2.7 grams of fiber at 196 calories a macronutrient profile that fits strict keto targets cleanly at 1.2 grams of net carbs.

Comparable for most health applications. The unsaturated fat composition (the primary driver of LDL reduction) is not meaningfully altered by roasting at typical nut-roasting temperatures (325 to 350 degrees Fahrenheit). The polyphenol and gamma-tocopherol content is mostly preserved the 2025 Nutrients review's findings cover both raw and roasted pecan studies across 52 papers. The Maillard reaction from roasting does add some heat-generated compounds, but none with documented health concerns at the concentrations produced by standard nut roasting. For the clinical benefits documented in the 20-year research base, roasted and raw pecans are functionally equivalent. The flavor and texture difference (roasted is more intensely flavored, slightly crispier) makes roasted pecans more consistently enjoyable as a daily snack and consistent daily consumption is what produces the clinical benefit over time.

Approximately 75 milligrams of sodium per ounce from the light salt finish. The FDA defines "low sodium" as 140 milligrams or less per serving at 75 milligrams per ounce, these qualify as low-sodium by FDA standards despite the "salted" designation. A verified buyer specifically confirms "not too salty and not hot at all." For buyers actively managing hypertension or on a medically supervised low-sodium diet, the unsalted roasted pecan halves are available as a companion product. For all other buyers, 75 milligrams per ounce is well within any sensible sodium budget.

Yes. Kosher Certified by the Beth Din Minchas Chinuch Tartikov (BDMC / TBD). The certification covers the complete product as packed and delivered, including the roasting and salting process at our Monroe, New York facility. Documentation available on request at 877-471-4870.

No. Pecans are classified as tree nuts by the FDA and are one of the major food allergens. They will trigger reactions in people with pecan or tree nut allergies. Our facility processes multiple tree nut varieties and peanuts. Not appropriate for anyone with a tree nut allergy.

Roasted pecans have a shorter shelf life than raw because the heat from roasting accelerates fat oxidation. Seal the bag tightly after each use and keep it cool and away from direct light.

  • Pantry (sealed bag, cool dark location): 3 to 4 months
  • Refrigerator (sealed bag or airtight container): up to 9 months
  • Freezer (airtight container): up to 2 years with no quality loss

For the 3 lb and 5 lb sizes: divide on arrival. Bring a portion to the pantry and freeze the rest immediately. Frozen roasted pecans thaw quickly and retain full crunch and flavor. Fresh roasted pecans smell sweet and toasty. Rancid pecans smell sharp or paint-like.

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