Tiger Nuts

Description

Tiger nuts are naturally sweet, chewy root vegetables with a distinctive nutty flavour. Despite their name, they are not actually nuts but small edible tubers that have been enjoyed for centuries across Africa and the Mediterranean.

Akwaaba Botanicals Tiger Nuts can be eaten straight from the pack, soaked to create a softer texture, blended into smoothies or plant-based drinks, or incorporated into breakfast bowls and recipes. They are naturally rich in fibre and contain beneficial nutrients including vitamin E, magnesium and potassium.

With their satisfying texture and naturally sweet taste, tiger nuts make a simple, versatile addition to a balanced diet.

Benefits:

• High in fibre – tiger nuts are naturally fibre-rich, which supports normal digestion and bowel function.
• Source of healthy fats – they contain predominantly unsaturated fats, including oleic acid.
• Naturally nutrient-rich – they provide minerals such as magnesium and potassium, as well as vitamin E.
• Contains resistant starch – particularly in less-processed tiger nuts, which can act as a substrate for beneficial gut bacteria.
• Naturally sweet – their mild sweetness makes them useful as a whole-food snack without needing added refined sugar.
• Naturally gluten-free – suitable for people avoiding gluten, provided cross-contamination is controlled.
• Plant-based – suitable for vegan and vegetarian diets.