List of culinary nuts

Culinary nuts are a type of food that are used in cooking or can be eaten raw. They are a significant source of nutrition, providing high levels of protein, dietary fiber, and essential fatty acids. This list includes both botanical nuts and culinary nuts.

Botanical Nuts

A botanical nut is a hard-shelled fruit that does not split open to release its seed.

• Acorn: The nut of the oak tree, acorns have been used as a food source by many cultures throughout history.
• Chestnut: A sweet, starchy nut used in a variety of culinary applications, from roasting to making flour.
• Hazelnut: Also known as filberts, hazelnuts are used in confectionery to make praline and also used in combination with chocolate to make products like Nutella.

Culinary Nuts

Culinary nuts are used in cooking and baking. They are not all true botanical nuts.

• Almond: A type of edible seed that is often categorized as a nut, almonds are used in a variety of dishes, including desserts, savory dishes, and as a snack.
• Cashew: A seed that is often categorized as a nut, cashews are used in a variety of dishes, including Indian and Thai cuisine.
• Peanut: Technically a legume, peanuts are often categorized as a nut due to their similar taste and texture. They are used in a variety of dishes, including peanut butter and desserts.
• Pistachio: A member of the cashew family, pistachios are used in a variety of dishes, including desserts and as a snack.
• Walnut: A type of edible seed that is often categorized as a nut, walnuts are used in a variety of dishes, including desserts, savory dishes, and as a snack.

See Also

• List of edible seeds
• List of legume dishes
• List of nut dishes

This is a non-exhaustive food and drink related list.