Healthy Recipes using Sliced Hazelnuts
Hazelnut-Crusted Salmon
This dish features salmon fillets coated with a crunchy hazelnut crust, providing a delightful texture and nutty flavor, perfect for a healthy dinner.
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1/2 cup sliced hazelnuts
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix the sliced hazelnuts with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread Dijon mustard over the salmon fillets, then press the hazelnut mixture onto the top of each fillet.
- Place the salmon on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
Hazelnut and Quinoa Salad
A refreshing salad combining protein-rich quinoa with crunchy sliced hazelnuts, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette.
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup sliced hazelnuts
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and sliced hazelnuts.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Hazelnut Energy Bites
These no-bake energy bites are packed with nutrients and flavor, featuring sliced hazelnuts, oats, and a hint of cocoa for a healthy snack.
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup sliced hazelnuts
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, sliced hazelnuts, almond butter, honey, and cocoa powder.
- Mix until well combined, then refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Once chilled, roll the mixture into small balls and store in an airtight container.
Hazelnut Banana Smoothie
A creamy and nutritious smoothie that blends ripe bananas with almond milk and sliced hazelnuts for a delicious breakfast or snack.
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1/4 cup sliced hazelnuts
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- In a blender, combine banana, almond milk, sliced hazelnuts, honey, and vanilla extract.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Roasted Vegetable and Hazelnut Bowl
This vibrant bowl features a mix of roasted seasonal vegetables topped with sliced hazelnuts for added crunch and flavor.
- 2 cups mixed seasonal vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, carrots)
- 1/2 cup sliced hazelnuts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss the mixed vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and spread them on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender, then sprinkle with sliced hazelnuts before serving.
Hazelnut-Cocoa Overnight Oats
A delicious and healthy breakfast option, these overnight oats combine the richness of cocoa with the crunch of sliced hazelnuts.
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup almond milk
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup sliced hazelnuts
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- In a jar, combine rolled oats, almond milk, cocoa powder, and maple syrup.
- Stir well, then top with sliced hazelnuts.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight. Enjoy cold in the morning.
Hazelnut and Spinach Pesto
A healthy twist on traditional pesto, this version uses sliced hazelnuts and fresh spinach for a nutrient-packed sauce perfect for pasta or sandwiches.
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup sliced hazelnuts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic
- Salt to taste
- In a food processor, combine spinach, sliced hazelnuts, garlic, and Parmesan cheese.
- With the processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil until smooth.
- Season with salt to taste and use immediately or store in the fridge.
Hazelnut-Crusted Chicken Tenders
These baked chicken tenders are coated in a crunchy hazelnut crust, making them a healthier alternative to fried chicken.
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup sliced hazelnuts
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season chicken tenders with salt and pepper, then dredge in whole wheat flour, dip in beaten egg, and coat with sliced hazelnuts.
- Place on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Hazelnut and Apple Salad
A light and refreshing salad featuring crisp apples, mixed greens, and sliced hazelnuts, drizzled with a honey mustard dressing.
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1 apple, sliced
- 1/2 cup sliced hazelnuts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced apple, and sliced hazelnuts.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Chocolate Hazelnut Chia Pudding
A decadent yet healthy dessert made with chia seeds, almond milk, cocoa powder, and topped with sliced hazelnuts for a delightful crunch.
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup almond milk
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/4 cup sliced hazelnuts
- In a bowl, whisk together chia seeds, almond milk, cocoa powder, and maple syrup.
- Let it sit for 10 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. Serve topped with sliced hazelnuts.