The bountiful summer season brings a decadent array of seasonal, farm-fresh fruits and so many ways to enjoy them. While peach season is in full swing, consider pairing this juicy stone fruit with walnuts.
Walnuts and peaches make for easy entertaining because there’s so much you can do with these versatile ingredients. Don’t believe us? We’ve put together an entire menu for your summer entertaining, complete with starters, salads, and even a dessert. These dishes feature toasted California walnuts, so start with our easy-to-follow video for simple steps and instructions for working with walnuts.
Start Off Strong
Charcuterie boards are the quintessential summer entertaining feature because they’re easy to assemble and immediately create a beautiful tablescape. Try your hand at making one by artfully arranging in-season peaches, California walnuts, and rich, creamy cheeses. Added benefit of a fruit and cheese board? No ovens needed in the summer heat! For more ideas on how to create the best charcuterie board possible, take a look at our how-to guide.
A Sweetly Savory Salad
There’s nothing easier than creating this simple Toasted Walnut and Grilled Peach Panzanella Salad. The bread-based Tuscan salad is heartier than traditional salads, so it’s best added to a menu that features a lighter main course. To make this seasonal side dish, ripe peaches are grilled to perfection and then topped with toasted, golden-brown California walnuts. It comes together quickly, leaving you with more free time to enjoy your time at the table with friends and family!
Coastal Influences
Fire up the grill for this lively Walnut Peach Relish Grilled Mahi-Mahi recipe. Served alongside the flavorful fish is a simple relish which features grilled peaches and slightly spicy toasted walnuts. The addition of aromatic fennel, bright red wine vinegar, and tangy red onions layers on the flavor, making this an ideal summer meal.
