Organic Deglet Nour Dates are the most popular type of date in the US. There’s nothing surprising about this because dates are one of the most delicious and nutritious snacks you can find. Not only do they taste amazing, they are also exceptionally beneficial to your health, a great source of fiber, minerals, iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium, and copper. This fruit is also one of the few naturally rich sources of selenium. Moreover, they contain reasonably high levels of B vitamins, including folate.
Referred to as ‘the Queen of all dates’, deglet nour (dates of light) are so called because of their translucence. They are firm-textured, medium sweet, cure well and are distinguished by a pleasant, nutty aftertaste similar to that of a lightly roasted pecan. Their balanced sugar level, wealth of vitamins and loads of minerals make them an ideal snack or quick energy source.
The Deglet Nour Date has a chewier and even somewhat crunchier texture. This makes them a great ingredients to add to baked goods. They aren’t particularly overly sweet but they have a very distinctive and pleasant nutty flavor. The aftertaste is often compared to browned butter.
How to Use and Store Organic Deglet Noor Dates Without the Pit
Deglet Nour Dates are considered to be semi-dry dates. You can eat them as a healthy snack every day. However, do mind the calories. One date contains about 20 calories. Because of their firmness, they are easy to dice and cut, and can be added to a wide range of dishes from smoothies, rice, oatmeal, cereal, desserts and meats.
Store in an airtight container in a cool dark place. Refrigerating dates will help increase their shelf life up to 1.5 years.
NON-GMO
RAW
Vegan
Kosher
Gluten Free
Fat Free
Nut-Allergen free
No Added Sugar
- Soft & Juicy, Unsulfured, Raw, Dried Fruit, No Added Sugar, Paleo, Great for Snacking
- Rich Source of Dietary Fiber, Potassium and Magnesium
- Contains Iron and Phosphorus
- Cholesterol and Fat-Free
Organic Deglet Dates Vs. Medjool Dates
Organic Deglet Nour Dates made in nature are the closest relative of Medjool dates. But these two types of the same fruit are quite different in taste and appearance. Organic Deglet Dates are thinner, darker and less meaty. Most importantly, they aren’t as sweet as Medjool dates. That’s because Medjool dates have a higher content of fructose, but Deglet have a balance of all three types of sugar they contain. Note that despite the differences in sugars, Deglet Nour Dates have almost the same nutritional profile as Medjool Dates.
