In anticipation of Valentine’s Day, you’re probably getting ready to purchase heartfelt cards, browse the aisles for chocolate and look for the best recipes to make for your loved ones. Well, we can help you take it one step further: we’ve created a list of the most scrumptious savory and sweet recipes that are not only tasty but also nutritious! The best part: these recipes call for delicious strawberries and walnuts!
Strawberries and walnuts are the perfect produce pairing for February, because they provide plentiful flavor, taste and texture, thanks to the sweetness of the berries and the crunchy, nutty, flavorful attributes of the nuts. We especially love that they can both be found in the grocery store all year long!
Not only are walnuts delicious, but they are also nutritious! In fact, walnuts are a certified heart-healthy* food by the American Heart Association. One ounce of walnuts contains 2.5 grams of omega-3 ALA. As a nutrient-dense food, walnuts are an excellent way to improve overall diet quality and are certified by the American Heart Association’s Heart-Check mark.**
In addition to the many nutritional benefits, these two items are also fairly easy to store. Here is a pro tip: store your walnuts in the cheese drawer for optimal freshness and taste – and remember to use your walnuts and berries for a delicious and festive dessert charcuterie board for your Valentine’s Day celebration!
Now let’s talk about recipes! Here are some tasty recipes to get you in the mood for Valentine’s Day!
Savory
Our Strawberry, Cucumber and Pearl Couscous Salad is a 5-star dish that is perfect for when you desire a fresh lunch or a delicious side to serve with your Valentine’s dinner. This appetizing salad offers crunchy nuts, crisp cucumbers, fresh berries, pearl couscous, mint and honey that combine to make a dish you’ll love.
This heavenly Strawberry Walnut Cauliflower Crust Pizza is an inventive entrée that combines sweet and savory flavors perfectly. It only takes 20 minutes to make, it is gluten-free (thanks to the cauliflower crust), it requires less than 10 ingredients, and it’s topped with a strawberry-arugula-walnut “salad” dressed in balsamic vinaigrette that brings everything together to give you a pleasantly delicious dish.
Our Strawberry Walnut Pinwheel Snacks are a twist on a ’90s classic. They take less than 30 minutes to make, call for only 10 ingredients, and are the perfect sweet and savory midday snack or lunch! Serve these as a fun finger food to get your Valentine’s Day celebration started.
If you prefer a more traditional salad, this Strawberry Walnut Caprese Salad is sure to hit the spot. Wild rice, arugula, mozzarella and a balsamic vinaigrette combine with strawberries and walnuts to make a delicious farm-to-table meal that explodes with flavor in every bite!
Sweet
These Strawberry Walnut Hand Pies are a nostalgic treat right from your childhood. They are just like your treasured toaster pastries, but better! These are filled with delectable strawberries and chopped walnuts, which combine to make the perfect bite.
Strawberry-Kissed Walnut Sablés are great for a tasty Valentine’s Day dessert! Get ready for a delightful treat as the nutmeg and toasted walnuts add warmth and the strawberry jam offers a bright note to each delicious bite.
These 5-star Strawberry Walnut Lollipops take less than 30 minutes to make and are an excellent treat for your sweetheart. Our favorite part is the walnuts adding a crunchy element for a twist on classic chocolate strawberries. You just won’t be able to get enough
