The green almonds inside contain a light green and slightly gelatinous seed.
This seed, which is the developing almond nut, has a unique texture and flavor profile before it matures and hardens into the familiar almond we typically consume. As the almond matures, the green, gelatinous texture transforms into the hard, nut-like texture. The taste of the immature almond is often described as "green" and "fresh," though it is relatively mild. Because of its subtle flavor, green almonds are often used whole.
