Monday Fitness: Delicious ways to use Walnuts in your diet

Monday Fitness: Even with rising food prices, walnuts don’t have to leave your grocery list! These versatile nuts are great for various recipes, from snacks to meals and dessert. 

Whether you pair this tasty nut with oatmeal for breakfast or charcuterie trays or make them into a delicious trail mix, Walnuts are not only nutritious but also versatile, adding a delicious crunch and a dose of healthy fats to various dishes.

Here are delicious ways to use walnuts at home provide quick ways that you can enhance the flavor and texture of your dishes by simply including the nutrient-dense nuts in your diet. 

Delicious ways to use Walnuts in your diet

Pair with Fruit, Cheese, and Crackers
What’s better than a tasty charcuterie board with fruit, cheese, crackers, and walnuts?! You can add nutrition and crunch to a charcuterie board or a simple cheese and fruit plate by including walnuts. You can also create Walnut Snack Boxes, which feature hard-boiled eggs, veggies, crackers, hummus, and more for a quick and easy snack!

Top Your Pizza, Pasta, or Roasted Veggies
You can even top pizza, pasta, and roasted veggies with walnuts! Doing so boosts the flavor, texture, and nutritional value. Plus, adding walnuts to a pre-made pizza crust can jazz it up with extra crunch.

Swap-in on Salads
Tired of using boring old croutons? Try swapping in walnuts to boost the flavor of a salad and add a yummy crunch! Add them to your daily basic salad and enhance the taste.

Include in Smoothies
Blend walnuts into your smoothies for added creaminess and a boost of omega-3 fatty acids.

Add on Cereal or Oatmeal
Add the perfect crunch to your breakfast by chopping up a handful of walnuts and using it on top of cereal or oatmeal. You’ll boost the nutrition of your meal in the process while adding four grams of plant-based protein! This quick, satisfying meal will help tide you over until lunch!

Create Energy Bites
Make energy bites or bars by combining walnuts with dried fruits, oats, and honey for a nutritious and satisfying snack.

- With inputs from agencies

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