Customer Reviews

Diamond Whole Almonds, 6-Ounce Bags (Pack of 4)

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I looked all over the package before I bought these to see if they were raw or toasted. Since it didn't say "toasted," anywhere, I thought they were raw. They are not! They are toasted and are shriveled and dehydrated because of it! Raw almonds are nutritious and delicious and plump. These are dry and chalky and small; they are wrinkled up like raisins, and are slightly chewy instead of healthfully crunchy.

Diamond Almonds -- yum! We eat them raw by the handfuls, and we toast them the way the package says in a single layer on a baking sheet for 10 minutes at 350ºF.

We tried the following recipe, which was on the bag, and loved it!

DIAMOND CHILLED SPICED ALMONDS

Ingredients
3 cups whole almonds
4 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil (We use olive oil.)
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons garlic salt (We substiuted powder to cut the salt.)
1/8 teaspoon black pepper (And we added a few shakes of red pepper!)

Procedure
Combine almonds and oil in large skillet. Cook over medium-low heat until lightly browned, about 10 minutes, stirring frequently. While almonds are cooking, combine all spices in food processor or blender, turning on and off, until finely ground. When almonds are done cooking, immediately transfer to a large bowl and toss with seasoning, blend to coat thoroughly, spread on baking sheet to cool completely. Store in airtight container up to 1 month.

About storage:
For good shelf life it's good to store them well. We don't worry about that because we eat them rapidly! I placed the bag between our computers to write this review, and Paul thought I was giving him a snack. For once, I'm resisting though, because if I get started, I'll never finish this review.

When you store them, you want to keep them from becoming rancid, and you want to keep the bugs out. Don't store them in an open container in the refrigerator because they will absorb the flavors of pungent food. The ideal temperature is 35-45ºF.

Almonds, which are the cousins of peaches, have an interesting history. They are native to the Mediterranen area and are mentioned sixteen times in the Bible. Most of the almonds we get today grow in California. That's where Diamond almonds grow.

We like Diamond almonds better than the others we have tried. We've never bought any that were not satisfactory. Our poodle loves almonds!

Because we like them so much and because we know they benefit cardiac and respiratory health, we eat them often. What needs to be considered is the density of this food. There are 170 calories in 1/4 cup. If we keep eating them the way we do, we will cancel out the health benefits!

I hope this review has been helpful.

Just a handful of almonds (about 22) a couple of times a week will help reduce your blood fats, lose weight, and generally feel good. These Diamond almonds are great, because there's nothing added to make them bad for you like salt, oil, etc. The six ounce size is great to sneak into the movies and share with a friend. You can even use that size of bag as a heart healthy stocking stuffer for a health conscious person.

Diamond Whole Almonds are some of the best almonds out there! These come in a see through plastic bag and they're at their best until the expiration date printed on the rear of the package. In addition, you may want to keep these refrigerated so that they stay fresh as long as possible.

Almonds contain fat; in fact 140 of each 170 calorie serving comes from fat. On the brighter side, there are no trans fats, no cholesterol and no sodium. The lack of sodium is important since some companies package their almonds with a fair amount of salt. A serving has 4 grams of dietary fiber; and they are certified kosher as well.

Almonds may indeed be an important part of a healthy diet. Dr Mehmet Oz, a famous and accomplished heart surgeon, believes that a handful of almonds before eating could help people feel "full" sooner than later; and almonds appear to reduce levels of LDL, or "bad" cholesterol while giving you vitamin E--but don't overdo it! One fistful of almonds per day is one way to eat these almonds as part of a healthy diet.

If you have ANY questions or concerns about almonds, allergies to nuts or how to use almonds in a diet properly, ask your doctor before eating these.

Overall, these are excellent, tasty almonds by Diamond Foods. I highly recommend this brand of almonds for people who want almonds to snack on, to cook with or to eat as part of a diet.

Enjoy!

horrible. I could tell as soon as I opened the box. I am an avid almond eater and I can tell just by looking at an almond how they will taste. They looked rancid and when I opened the package they smelled bad as well.
Amazon is the best however, they issued me an immediate refund.

Thanks guys, I would suggest you send this product back to Diamond of California.

Almonds are a super snack and at that price dear family get to enjoy a healthy, economically friendly to the budget night time nibbley.

These are not raw and they don't say they are but most people buying them will think they are raw because they are called whole. If there was any truth in advertising they would say pasteurized

I ordered these nuts...for both my own personal consumption...and my two African Greys Scaredy Bird and Reggie.

I believe I can speak for all of us in saying that the nuts arrived on time and in delectable condition. They were fresh....and arrived not broken or damaged in any way.

Diamond Nuts..has a high reputation with me---and they continue to prove their worth..by sending out a excellent product !

I do --highly recommend this company--and this product !

i felt these are not the real california almonds...
they taste very dfferent .... than the other brands in Trader Joe's ...
i wont buy then again...

Just the right size to put in a nut grinder and add to less expensive Raisin Bran. Seal the cereal bag, shake it up and you have Raisin Nut Bran.