Low Sodium Pistachio Pastry

Indulge in the delicate, nutty charm of these Low Sodium Pistachio Pastries, a guilt-free treat perfect for snacking or serving at your next gathering. This recipe features a buttery homemade pastry dough, crafted without added salt, and a luscious pistachio filling enhanced with the natural sweetness of honey, a hint of vanilla, and a refreshing touch of lemon zest. With only 30 minutes of prep and a quick bake time, these golden-brown delights are as easy to make as they are elegant to serve. Perfect for those watching their sodium intake, these pastries offer a delightful crunch and flavor-packed bite that’s sure to impress. Whether served as a fragrant breakfast pastry or a sophisticated dessert, these low sodium treats are bound to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup cold water
• 1 cup unsalted pistachios
• 0.25 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and cubed unsalted butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add cold water to the flour-butter mixture, stirring with a fork until the dough holds together.

Step 4

Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 5

While the dough is chilling, prepare the pistachio filling. In a food processor, pulse the unsalted pistachios until they are finely chopped.

Step 6

In a bowl, combine the chopped pistachios, powdered sugar, honey, beaten egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Mix until well blended and set aside.

Step 7

Remove the dough from the refrigerator and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness.

Step 8

Cut the dough into 4x4 inch squares. Place approximately 1 tablespoon of the pistachio filling into the center of each square.

Step 9

Fold each square into a triangle, pressing the edges to seal the pastry. Use a fork to crimp the edges.

Step 10

Transfer the assembled pastries to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, until the pastries are golden brown.

Step 12

Allow the pastries to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(760.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2930.2

Total Fat 178.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 467.5mg	0%
Sodium 136.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 293.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.6g	0%
Total Sugars 76.0g
Protein 65.8g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 261.9mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 2000.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.7%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 38.6%