Quick Q & A: Nuts and Seeds

Q: Is it true that all nuts are seeds, but all seeds aren’t nuts?
A: Yep, it’s true. Botanically speaking, a nut is a dry fruit with a seed that’s encased in a hard, woody shell. While all nuts are seeds (the fruit is the seed — think pecans), not all seeds are nuts (the seed can be separated from the fruit and is not one in the same —think pumpkin seeds).

Q: I’ve heard that peanuts aren’t nuts at all. Please set the record straight.
A: Believe it or not peanuts aren’t actually nuts at all, nor do they grow on trees. They’re actually legumes that grow on low vines, forcing the shells into the ground.