Pistachios

They are inexpensive, especially if you shell them yourself
They may reduce your risk of heart disease
They may lower your risk of developing blood clots
They may lower your cholesterol
They are high in fiber
They have a high iron content
They have a high amount of antioxidants
They contain a large number of carotenoids and xeaxanthin which might reduce the risk of developing macular degeneration, a condition that causes blindness
They are a good source of vegetable protein
A serving (about 50 nuts) contains only 160 calories making them one of the lowest calorie snack nuts.
They contain over 30 vitamins and minerals