Recipes - Feel Good with California Walnuts

Creamy Walnut Ricotta and Greens Pasta with Walnut BreadcrumbsBy California WalnutsA creamy walnut and ricotta sauce, made with peas and spinach, coats tender pasta for a rich yet vibrant bite. Topped with crispy walnut breadcrumbs, it’s the perfect balance of comfort and crunch.

Banana Walnut ButterBy Chloe BoundsA nutritious, easy to make walnut butter that's taken to the next level with banana, nutmeg, vanilla and cinnamon. The perfect sweet and salty combination.

Meal-prep Chicken and California Walnut PastaBy Jeffery HarrisJuicy sautéed chicken thighs tossed with minced walnuts, parsley and garlic, served with protein pasta. Perfect for preparing ahead of the week and having a healthy lunch or dinner on-the-go.

Honey Walnut ShrimpBy Joe Chu

Crunchy air-fried shrimp, covered in a light mayo-based sauce, taken to the next-level with California walnuts.

Warm Herbed Walnut Avocado ToastBy California WalnutsToasted sourdough layered with creamy avocado, bright lemon, and fresh microgreens, topped with warm herbed California walnuts for savory crunch and flavorful bite.

Walnut Stuffed AtayefBy A Groove For FoodFluffy Middle Eastern pancakes stuffed with a spiced walnut mixture, fried until golden, and drizzled with fragrant orange-blossom syrup. Perfect for holiday sharing, special occasions, or whenever you crave a sweet, nutty, and crispy treat!

Maple, Walnut & Fig Goat Cheese BitesBy Abby's ApronAn easy holiday appetizer made with goat cheese, fig spread, and maple glazed walnuts for the perfect bite-sized starter!

Walnut Lentil Lettuce WrapsBy California WalnutsThese Walnut Lentil Lettuce Wraps are full of flavor, easy to make and the perfect protein-rich and nutritious meal prep recipe.

Walnut Parmesan Chicken Cutlets with Creamy Parmesan GnocchiBy Here's Your BiteThis cozy holiday dinner pairs perfectly crispy chicken cutlets coated in a golden walnut–Parmesan crust with soft, pillowy gnocchi simmered in a silky Parmesan cream sauce. California walnuts shine in two ways: blended into the crispy coating for rich, nutty flavor, and toasted into a quick walnut–panko topping for extra crunch.

Walnut BologneseBy Elliott SulkisA flavor-packed Bolognese with a nutty richness and texture.

Sweet Potato and Walnut CasseroleBy Jess CooksssThis sweet potato casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining the natural sweetness of tender, creamy sweet potatoes with a crunchy, toasted walnut topping. It’s a perfect side dish for holiday meals, particularly around Thanksgiving, and it offers a delicious blend of flavors and textures—sweet, savory, and nutty.

Pumpkin Spice Walnut Bundt CakeBy Caitlin JessonGluten and dairy free walnut bundt cake made from blended walnuts, eggs, coconut sugar and pumpkin spices.

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Naturally versatile, California walnuts shine in everything from salads and pastas to baked goods and global-inspired cuisine. This page is your go-to destination to discover how walnuts can elevate your cooking and help you feel good inside and out.

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