Deglet Nour Dates are the best choice for natural food lovers, vegans, athletes and also an amazing ingredient for energy bars, ice cream, bakery and more.
- Dates are found in date palms. In North Africa and the Middle East, they are used in many dishes, dried or fresh. In Europe, they are eaten rather dry. But we should eat them more often because these fruits are very rich in vitamins, fiber and antioxidants.
- Fruit of the date palm, the date contains many nutrients. It contains proteins and amino acids, B vitamins, vitamin A, but also minerals such as potassium, magnesium and iron. The date is also very rich in carbohydrates, that’s why it is a food of choice for athletes!
Organic Ecological Bio Dates!
- Seedless
- Soft
- 18-21% moisture
- -Fantastic for cakes
- -Smoothies, juicing
- -Vegans / raw vegan lifestyles
Ideal for energy bars and lots of creative cooking and production thanks to almost 19% moisture content (chewy and firm) Replace sugar!
| Rich in vitamins and minerals
Dates also contain vitamins, especially vitamin A, which belongs to the beta-carotenoid family. Vitamin A is an essential vitamin for the proper functioning of the body: it helps maintain energy metabolism, plays an important role in the immune system and contributes to the beauty of the skin. Vitamins B and C are important for the nervous system and for strengthening the body’s natural defenses. |
Gastrointestinal well-being :
First of all, dates are rich in protein and soluble and insoluble fiber: in 100 g of dates there are 8 g of fiber. Fiber plays an important role in intestinal transit. They increase the feeling of satiety and promote good transit. |
| Easy to eat and cook
The other advantage of dates is that they can be eaten as is, at any time of the day. As a snack, as a dessert, incorporated into cakes or oriental dishes, there are 1001 ways to cook dates.
As a general rule, 20 to 35 g of dates per day are recommended, i.e. 3 fruits to take advantage of their benefits. |
Providing energy
Dates contain a large amount of carbohydrates: about 75 g per 100 g! Note that dried dates are usually higher in calories than fresh dates. The high carbohydrate content of dates is particularly recommended to provide quick energy and help combat feelings of tiredness, especially for athletes, or in case of a slump during the day. |
Characteristics of our Deglet Nour Seedless Tunisian Dates (Organic)
Colour: Amber to brown
Consistency: non-fibrous (very low cellulose content), medium-soft
Odour: typical
Flavour: Sweet, fresh, honeyed
Fermentation: none
Appearance: Bright, golden, translucent
Size: 3 - 5cm
About Our Producer :
Based in Tunisia, which is considered one of the major producers of dates worldwide, where a dry and hot climate favors the cultivation of date palm, our producer of Deglet Nour dates, has accumulated an experience of 2 decades, making him a major player in the cultivation of dates with modern facilities and a flexible production capacity to meet demand.
Making the choice to be a responsible producer, our producer has a production of 3 oases inked in organic farming, in the areas of Djerid and Nefzewa. The product retains all its natural characteristics namely its nutritional quality, its microbiological quality and its sensory quality to offer the consumer a product of high quality.
Each year, the harvest is subject to a special control and monitoring to ensure optimal selection of dates. From the selection of dates to their marketing, our producer is committed to comply with the international standard ISO 22000 and the FSSC.
The size, the external aspect, the freshness, the degree of moisture as well as the bacteriological values are controlled in order to ensure that only dates in conformity are integrated into their production process. Guaranteeing a traceability of the production process (from the preparation of the harvest, before, during and after the harvest).
Our producer maintains a fair and trustworthy relationship with their farmers while ensuring that they comply with the application of good farming practices through organic farming, fair trade, HALAL and agri-trust.
Not content to commit only to the present, our producer remains committed to his projects for the future. With a project for water saving, a project for agricultural and industrial diversification and finally a program for the development of harvesting techniques. The preservation of the quality of dates, the improvement of farmers' incomes and the protection of the oasis ecosystem remain a fundamental axis of the sustainable development policy of our producer.
Passionate and in line with our values, we have chosen to work with this producer.
Suggested use for Deglet Nour Dates:
| Stuff your dates with your favorite dried fruit.
Dates with almond filling :
- 70 g almond flour
- ½ teaspoon of cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons of honey
- ½ teaspoon of butter
Mix all these ingredients until you get a paste.
Fill your dates with the obtained paste, then decorate with almonds.
Serve with a mint tea and enjoy! |
ENERGY BARS/BALLS!
1. Add 60-70% of our Dates in a food processor
2. Add 30-40% of your favourite Nuts/Superfoods
3. Mix them together
4.Make your favourite shape – Ball or Stick. |
USE THEM TO SWEETEN YOUR DRINKS!
Soak 8-10 Dates in Water overnight or 1 hour Blend/Mix with your favourite ingredients (protein/superfoods/nuts) with 300-400 ml of your favourite drink/water/milk. |
Nutritional Profile for Deglet Nour Seedless Dates: (per 100g)
- Calories: 277
- Carbohydrates: 69 grams
- Fat: 0.5 grams
- Fibre: 10 grams
- Protein: 2.5 grams
- Magnesium: 15% of the Recommended Daily Allowance.
- Potassium: 15% of the Recommended Daily Allowance.
- Iron: 5% of the Recommended Daily Allowance.
- Manganese: 15% of the Recommended Daily Amount.
- Phosphorus: 4% of the Recommended Daily Amount.
- Niacin: 10% of the Recommended Daily Amount.
- Note: Dates may contain an occasional pit.
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