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Walnuts
walnuts whole and shelled
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Other Names:Persian walnuts, English walnuts

What are Walnuts?

Walnuts are the fruit of the walnut tree which grows worldwide.  This is a very popular nut and easy to find either in the shell or shelled.  Shelled nuts store very well in the freezer up to one year.  Use walnuts as a snack,  in baked goods and other dishes.  The common walnut in the US is the English or Persian walnut. 

Substitute for Walnuts

For one cup walnuts substitue 2 - 4 tablespoons walnut oil OR to vary flavor substitute pine nuts, pecans or hazelnuts

Equivalents

1 lb walnuts = 3 1/2 cups (chopped)
7 oz halves = 1 3/4 cups
1 lb halves = 4 cups
1lb in shell = 2 cups shelled nuts

metric conversions →

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Nutrition Information For Walnuts

Serving Size
1 cup, chopped
 
Calories
765
Calories from Fat
684
 
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 76g
120%
Saturated Fat 7g
10%
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 2mg
0%
Potassium
516g
10%
Total Carbohydrate 16g
10%
Dietary Fiber 8g
30%
Sugars 3g
Protein 18g
40%
 
Vitamin A  0% • Vitamin C  0%
Calcium  0% • Iron  0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Favorite Walnuts Recipes

  • Low Carb Chicken Apple Salad
    Our recipe for this Low Carb Chicken Apple Salad is another example of how eating "fresh" foods does not require sacrificing flavor. Recipe includes apples, cubed chicken breast, parsley, celery, green onions, pecans, salad greens, lite sour cream and mayo.
  • Hawaiian Mango Bread
    Hawaiian Mango Bread is a quick bread something like banana bread except it uses sweet ripe mangoes. This is Chef Allen's take on a Hawaiian classic.
  • Chocolate Walnut Low Carb Fudge
    This is a recipe for Chocolate Walnut Low Carb Fudge. If you maintain a low carb diet, or KETO diet this recipe fills the bill if you are looking for something sweet and gratifying. Makes 12 servings, 1 piece each.
  • Oatmeal Cranberry Walnut Cookies
    I love a good oatmeal cookie and this recipe for Oatmeal Cranberry Walnut Cookies fills the bill.
  • Fresh Apple Cake
    This Fresh Apple Cake has been "heathified" . This simple cake uses less oil and sugar than traditional recipes. Buttermilk reduces the fat and adds moisture and a rich flavor. Delicious!

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