Nuts & Seeds · per 100g
A rich, brain-shaped tree nut with a distinctively earthy bitterness and buttery texture, walnuts are the premier plant-based source of essential omega-3 fatty acids.
Fat, Phosphorus
Sum of Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids, Sum of Monounsaturated Fatty Acids
Pantothenic acid, Thiamin (Vitamin B1)
Vitamin E, Total Phenolic Acids
Nutritional summary
Interesting fact
The walnut is the oldest tree food known to man, dating back to 7000 B.C., and was historically referred to as the 'Persian Walnut' because it was traded along the Silk Road between Asia and the Middle East.
Standout nutrients
Copper
Manganese
Sum n-3 fatty acids
Magnesium
Seasonality
Diet
Sustainability
Walnut production is water-intensive, though it generally has lower greenhouse gas emissions than animal-based proteins.
Storage
Airtight Container
1–3 months
Store in a cool, dark place to prevent the oils from going rancid.
Refrigerate
6–12 months
Cold storage significantly extends freshness of shelled nuts.
Freeze
1–2 years
Freezing is the best method for long-term preservation of flavor.
Flavour
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