National Nut Day

Celebrate National Nut Day!

Types of Nuts

• Almonds: Almonds have a strong flavor profile and can be eaten raw or cooked. They are popular in salads, stir-fries, and baking recipes like almond cake or cookies.
• Cashews: Cashews are crunchy yet creamy and work well in both savory and sweet dishes. Cashew cheese is a popular vegan alternative to dairy cheese, while cashew butter is an excellent addition to smoothies or desserts.
• Macadamias: Macadamia nuts have a mild flavor that pairs well with other ingredients like butter or chocolate for baked goods like macadamia nut cookies. They can also be roasted for added crunchiness as a snack or topping for salads.
• Pecans: Pecan pie is one of the most popular uses for this nutty ingredient, but they can also be used in meat dishes such as pecan-crusted chicken or grilled salmon with pecan sauce. Or simply enjoy them roasted as an afternoon snack!
• Walnuts: Walnuts have an earthy flavor that works perfectly in both sweet desserts like walnut brownies or savory dishes such as walnut pesto pasta. They can also be added to oatmeal, granola bars, and smoothie bowls for added crunchiness.

How To Celebrate National Nut Day

• Have a “nut party” with friends or family by creating different types of nut dishes for everyone to try out.
• Take a break from work (a “nutbreak”!) by having some form of nutty treat.
• Indulge in some DIY projects such as making your own nut butter or baking nutty treats.
• Plant your own nut tree (or bushes) so you can get your hands on freshly harvested nuts every season.
• Host an online trivia game where participants answer questions about different kinds of nuts!