Raw Walnuts (80g)

Walnuts are great for snacking and ideal for baking. These amazing bits of heaven will not only give you a happy tummy but also a heart that's strong and healthy!

 

BENEFITS:

• Rich in Antioxidants
• Super Plant Source of Omega-3s
• Promotes a Healthy Gut
• Improves Heart Health
• Aids Healthy Weight Management and Weight Loss
• Improves Brain Health
• Reduces Risk of Prostate Cancer
• Reduces Inflammation
• May Help Manage Type 2 Diabetes and Lower Your Risk
• May Help Lower Blood Pressure
• Supports Healthy Aging
• Supports Good Brain Function
• Supports Male Reproductive Health
• Improves Blood Fats

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

Nut allergies

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RECIPES:

Pear, Gorgonzola & Walnut Salad

 

Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
4 cups mixed baby lettuces
1 medium ripe Bosc pear, thinly sliced
¼ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
¼ cup toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped
¼ cup golden raisins

Preparation:
Whisk together oil, lemon juice, honey, thyme, mustard, pepper and salt in a large bowl. Add lettuce and gently toss to combine. Top with sliced pear, Gorgonzola, walnuts and raisins. Serve immediately.

Honey Walnut Shrimp

 

Ingredients
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
½ cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
1 pound jumbo peeled, deveined raw shrimp
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 ½ tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon ground pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup sliced scallions
2 cups hot cooked brown rice or white rice (optional)

Preparation:
Step 1
Bring water and brown sugar to a simmer in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; cook until the sugar is completely dissolved, about 2 minutes. Stir in walnuts; cook, stirring often, until the sugar is golden and caramelized, about 2 minutes. Spread the walnuts evenly on a parchment paper-lined plate. Wipe out the pan.

Step 2
Stir shrimp, honey and 1 tablespoon oil together in a bowl. Return the skillet to medium-high heat. Add the shrimp mixture; cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are well browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, pepper, salt and the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a small bowl; add to the shrimp mixture in the pan, stirring to coat. Sprinkle with the caramelized walnuts and scallions. If desired, serve with rice.