Healthy Recipes using Dry Roasted Hazelnuts
Hazelnut and Quinoa Salad
A nutritious salad combining protein-rich quinoa with crunchy dry roasted hazelnuts and fresh vegetables, perfect for a light lunch.
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup dry roasted hazelnuts, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Add the chopped dry roasted hazelnuts, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, and toss to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Hazelnut-Crusted Salmon
Delicious salmon fillets coated with a crunchy hazelnut crust, baked to perfection for a healthy dinner option.
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/2 cup dry roasted hazelnuts, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the chopped hazelnuts, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
- Spread Dijon mustard over the salmon fillets, then press the hazelnut mixture onto the top of each fillet.
- Place the fillets on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon is cooked through.
Hazelnut and Banana Smoothie
A creamy and nutritious smoothie featuring dry roasted hazelnuts and ripe bananas, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
- 1 banana
- 1/4 cup dry roasted hazelnuts
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- In a blender, combine the banana, dry roasted hazelnuts, almond milk, honey, and vanilla extract.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Hazelnut Energy Bites
No-bake energy bites made with dry roasted hazelnuts, oats, and natural sweeteners, perfect for a quick snack.
- 1 cup dry roasted hazelnuts
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- In a food processor, pulse the dry roasted hazelnuts until finely chopped.
- In a bowl, combine the chopped hazelnuts, rolled oats, almond butter, honey, and dark chocolate chips.
- Roll the mixture into small balls and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Hazelnut and Spinach Pesto
A vibrant and healthy twist on traditional pesto using dry roasted hazelnuts and fresh spinach, perfect for pasta or sandwiches.
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup dry roasted hazelnuts
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- Salt to taste
- In a food processor, combine the spinach, dry roasted hazelnuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and salt.
- With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth.
- Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Hazelnut and Apple Oatmeal
Warm and comforting oatmeal topped with sautéed apples and crunchy hazelnuts, making for a perfect breakfast.
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups water or milk
- 1 apple, diced
- 1/2 cup dry roasted hazelnuts, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- In a saucepan, bring the water or milk to a boil and add the rolled oats.
- Cook for about 5 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.
- In a separate pan, sauté the diced apple with cinnamon until tender, then stir into the oatmeal along with the chopped hazelnuts and maple syrup.
Hazelnut Chocolate Bark
A healthy treat made with dark chocolate and dry roasted hazelnuts, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup dry roasted hazelnuts, chopped
- Sea salt for sprinkling
- Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler until smooth.
- Stir in the chopped hazelnuts and pour the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spread evenly and sprinkle with sea salt, then refrigerate until set before breaking into pieces.
Roasted Vegetable and Hazelnut Bowl
A colorful bowl filled with roasted vegetables and topped with crunchy hazelnuts, drizzled with a tangy dressing.
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, carrots)
- 1/2 cup dry roasted hazelnuts, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and toss the mixed vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- Serve the roasted vegetables in a bowl, topped with chopped hazelnuts and drizzled with balsamic vinegar.
Hazelnut Granola
A crunchy and nutritious granola made with oats, honey, and dry roasted hazelnuts, perfect for breakfast or snacking.
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup dry roasted hazelnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the oats, chopped hazelnuts, honey, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Spread the mixture on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown.
Hazelnut and Berry Parfait
A delightful parfait layered with yogurt, fresh berries, and crunchy hazelnuts, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1/2 cup dry roasted hazelnuts, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey
- In a glass or bowl, layer Greek yogurt, mixed berries, and chopped hazelnuts.
- Drizzle honey over the top and repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.