Native to the Mediterranean and Middle East, pistachios date back to 7000 BC and are commonly found in Greek and Middle Eastern cuisine today. With their bright green color, soft texture, and rich, unique flavor, pistachios are an excellent addition to both sweet and savory recipes, in addition to being a tasty snack on their own. We find the best quality raw, organic pistachios are sourced from trees in Kyrgyzstan, Iran, Greece.