A heart-healthy oval shaped nut enclosed in a shell.
Inside the shell is the walnut kernel which is split between the two halves of the nut.
Commonly eaten but are also made into oil, liqueur, jam, desserts and nougat.

Choose good quality large walnuts that have a light shell colour.

Walnuts are antioxidant rich, containing over 15 different antioxidants making walnuts one of the most abundant sources of antioxidants in the world.
Studies show walnuts can help improve cardiovascular health & help reduce blood cholesterol levels.
Great source of Omega-3s - containing more than any other nut.
Good source of folate & many other nutrients.
30g per day can help reduce blood cholesterol by around 4% over time.
Provides 2737kj / 100g.

Store shelled walnuts in an airtight container on the top shelf in the refrigerator.
They should last for about a year.
If shelling your own be sure to remove the bitter papery section between the two halves.