16 Pistachio Dishes That’ll Turn You Into a Full-On Nut Fanatic
If you’ve only ever had pistachios as a snack, you’re seriously missing out. These 16 pistachio-packed dishes prove just how versatile (and downright addictive) this little green nut can be. From savory mains to decadent desserts, each recipe adds a rich, nutty flavor and irresistible crunch that’ll have you hooked from the first bite. Prepare to become a full-on pistachio fanatic—there’s no going back after this.
Baileys, White Chocolate & Pistachio Fudge
Baileys, White Chocolate and Piatachio Fudge is a sweet, rich, delicious white chocolate fudge with the flavors of irish cream and pistachios.
Pistachio Butter
Pistachio butter is a unique and tasty nut butter you can make at home with the raw nuts! It’s rich, creamy and lightly sweet.
Cranberry Pistachio Cookies
With the classic Christmas colors of red and green, these Cranberry Pistachio Cookies are perfect for the holidays!
Pistachio Cranberry Bark
Pistachio Cranberry Bark is a simple and delightful recipe to enjoy during the holiday season! Easy to make, it is the ultimate sweet treat to fill those holes in your cookie tray.
Homemade Pistachio Baklava Recipe
Layers of crispy phyllo dough, a delightful, cinnamon-y filling, all coated in honey syrup. This Pistachio Baklava is a great twist on a classic, with a blend of walnuts and pistachios for the filling.
Pistachio Icebox Cake
Hot summer days got you like WHOA? Try this no fuss, no muss Pistachio Icebox Cake!
Italian Pistachio Cookie Recipe
This recipe for Italian Pistachio Cookies uses only 5 ingredients. The cookies are soft and share the tastes of pistachio and lemon. They are great for a quick cookie recipe any time of the year, and the green color also makes them a great fit for Christmas dessert!
Pistachio Pesto
This recipe replaces the traditional pine nuts in pesto with a unique flavor… pistachios! Make this recipe for a nuttier, slightly sweeter pesto recipe that pairs well with pasta, pizza, proteins, and more.
White Chocolate Pistachio Christmas Star Cookies
These Christmas Star Cookies are an impressive addition to your Christmas dessert table – baked to golden brown perfection, they’re dipped in white chocolate, then sprinkled with pistachios and silver sugar pearls on top! These cookies are so easy and fun to make, they may even become a new Christmas tradition!
Fig & Pistachio Salad with Easy Balsamic Dressing
Our Fig & Pistachio Salad blends sweet figs with crunchy pistachios in a delicious goat cheese salad! Rounded off with a tangy dressing in the form of an easy balsamic vinaigrette, you’ll be craving this seasonal salad all year round!
Cherry Pistachio Ice Cream
You’ll love the texture and crunch of this Cherry Pistachio Ice Cream. The combination of sweet cherries with salty pistachios makes for the best scoop of ice cream in your life.
15-Minute Pistachio Crusted Salmon
This pistachio crusted salmon recipe is elegant yet easy, and packed with flavor and nutrition! It’s a great date-night dinner because it makes two servings, but you can easily scale it up to feed your family.
Knafeh Chocolate Bar
If you’ve been wanting to try the viral knafeh chocolate bar from The FIX in Dubai, this recipe is for you! This copycat recipe has all the flavors of the original: a decadent filling of sweet pistachio cream, crisp buttery toasted kataifi, and a hint of tahini enrobed in rich chocolate.
Pistachio Macarons
These delightful Pistachio Macarons are filled with pistachio buttercream and remind me of our time in Paris and the famous French macarons we got from Ladurée. Let your tastebuds do the traveling without the jetlag by making these at home!
Pistachio Butter Cups
The latest version of a butter cup with a Mediterranean twist, these Chocolate Pistachio Butter Cups are simple to make and perfect for a sweet tooth!
Pistachio Bread
This easy Pistachio Bread is an amazing crossover version of pound cake and quick bread. It’s full of nuttiness and topped with a delicious glaze that will have everyone sneaking seconds!
