Our pistachios are slowly dry roasted (no oil!) with sea salt to ensure the highest quality and flavor. Setton Farms pistachios are Certified by the American Heart Association's Food Certification Program. When eaten on a regular basis, pistachios help lower total and LDL (bad) cholesterol, thereby lowering the risk of heart disease. A one ounce serving of Setton Farms California pistachios is equal to 49 nuts, more per serving than any other tree nut! Pistachios contain all of the 9 essential amino acids making it a complete source of natural plant based protein and is packed with 6g of protein per serving, providing a meat alternative for vegans and vegetarians. As a Family owned operation, having premium quality pistachios is at our forefront. Setton grows, harvests and processes its pistachios on its orchards located in heart of the San Joaquin Valley California while using the most up to date sustainable energy practices!Did we mention that our pistachios are the most wonderful pistachios you will ever taste? Setton Farms Pistachios are widely regarded as “America’s Best Tasting Pistachios” because of their great taste and superior quality.