Walnuts are edible seeds from the walnut tree (Juglans species), most commonly the English or Persian walnut (Juglans regia). They have a distinctive wrinkled shape and rich, slightly earthy taste and are enjoyed worldwide both as a standalone snack and as an ingredient in a variety of dishes.
Nutritional Profile:
Walnuts are nutrient-dense, providing healthy fats (especially polyunsaturated fats and plant-based omega-3 fatty acid called alpha-linolenic acid or ALA), protein, dietary fiber, and several essential vitamins and minerals. A typical 1-ounce (≈28 g) serving (~7 walnut halves) has about 185 calories, ~4 g protein, ~2 g fiber, and ~18 g healthy fats along with magnesium, copper, folate (vitamin B9), vitamin B6, manganese, and vitamin E.
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