Go meat-free with these delicious Vegetarian recipes

Ahead of National Vegetarian Week (10th – 16th May), why not give these veggie recipes from California Walnuts a try?

The mild and creamy flavour of California Walnuts means they can be used in sweet and savoury recipes. The taste, texture and nutrition benefits of California Walnuts also makes them a great plant-based meat substitute in many of your favourite meals.

California Walnuts are an essential staple in plant-based eating. California Walnuts are the only tree nut to contain a significant amount of the plant-based omega-3, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), 2.7g/ 30g (approx. a handful) and offer 4.4g of protein and 1.4g of fibre[1]. Walnuts are also low in sugar and very low in salt[2].

Why not try making a meat free mince with California Walnuts, perfect for lasagne or Bolognese? Kick-start your day with California Walnut Crusted French Toast with Berries or add a handful of walnuts to your lunchtime salad. Tuck into a meat-free California Walnut Mince Lasagne or try a zesty lemon spaghetti using walnuts as a plant-based meat substitute. To satisfy a sweet-tooth craving? Enjoy a citrus walnut tart. It is the perfect time to get creative and whip up delicious and nutritious vegetarian meals.

 

California Walnut Crusted French Toast with Berries

Start the day the walnut way, with this delicious California Walnut crusted French toast. For a savoury option, remove the honey and replace it with a pinch of dried mixed herbs and serve with grilled bacon, mushrooms and tomatoes.

Mixed Bean, Walnut & Watercress Salad

This colourful salad can be ready in just 10 minutes. Perfect for eating alfresco for a light lunch or tasty side.

California Walnut & Lemon Parsley Spaghetti

This healthy spaghetti recipe shows just how simple cooking can be. With only a few ingredients, this main meal can be whipped up in a flash.

California Walnut Keema by Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen

Give this Indian inspired dish a veggie twist with mince made from California Walnuts. This dish has been created exclusively for us by Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen.

Meat-free California Walnut Mince Bolognese by Healthy Living James

Make Bolognese meat-free by using California Walnut ‘mince’ instead. Healthy Living James has created this tasty recipe exclusively for us and it’s definitely not one to miss!

Citrus Walnut Tart

This zesty Citrus Walnut Tart makes for a perfect weekend bake.  Bets served warm with yogurt or cream.

 

[1] Food Standards Agency (2002), McCance & Widdowson’s The Composition of Foods, Seventh summary edition. Cambridge: Royal Society of Chemistry
[2] Food Standards Agency (2002), McCance & Widdowson’s The Composition of Foods, Seventh summary edition. Cambridge: Royal Society of Chemistry