Abstract
Phoenix dactylifera (L.) fruit is considered one of the oldest and nutritionally richest fruits on earth. Its ever-growing production and consumption yield pits about 10-15 % of the total fruit production that threatens its recycling. Several researchers have evaluated its chemical composition and phytochemicals profile that have shown bioactivities in vitro. In milieu to that various functional foods and beverages have also been tried. This mini review summarizes the potential usefulness of date pit as a viable healthy ingredient in some processed foods.