Fresh walnuts (500g)

Fresh walnuts mean freshly harvested walnuts and refer to walnuts that have not yet been fully dried. Fresh walnuts are usually found in the fall months, when the walnuts have just been harvested, and have a softer texture and fresh taste. Here are some properties and benefits of fresh walnuts:

### Characteristics:
- **Texture:** Wet walnuts are softer and more moist than dry walnuts. The shell is easier to peel and the inside is milkier and more moist.
- **Taste:** The taste is lighter and fresher than dry walnuts, with a slightly milky flavor.
- **Nutritional Value:** When fresh, it may be richer in vitamins and minerals because it has not yet been processed.

**## Benefits:
1. **Rich Nutrient Content:**
- Fresh walnuts are rich in protein, fiber, healthy fats, vitamins (especially vitamin E) and minerals (especially magnesium and phosphorus).

2. **Brain Health:**
- One benefit of walnuts, which is often emphasized due to their shape, is that they contribute to brain health. It supports memory and cognitive functions with its omega-3 fatty acids content.

3. **Heart Health:**
- The healthy fats and antioxidants found in fresh walnuts support heart health and may help lower bad cholesterol (LDL).

4. **Immune System:**
- Strengthens the immune system thanks to the antioxidants and vitamins it contains.

5. **Digestive Health:**
- With its high fiber content, it supports digestion and improves intestinal health.

6. **Skin and Hair Health:**
- Vitamin E and other antioxidants protect and promote skin and hair health.

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- **Snacks:** Fresh walnuts can be consumed directly fresh.
- **Dishes:** Can be used in salads, desserts or various dishes.
- **Walnut Paste:** Fresh walnuts can also be crushed and consumed as walnut paste.

To get the full flavor and freshness of fresh walnuts, it is best to consume them fresh during the harvest season. When dried, it is no different from traditional walnuts, but offers a different flavor experience in its fresh form.