When breakfast seems like the most rushed part of the day, make the most of your morning with a versatile breakfast toast. They are quick to assemble and satisfying enough to keep you going till lunch. This recipe roundup includes sweet and savory better-for-you options, all with the satisfying crunch and equally powerful taste of California walnuts. So what are you waiting for?
Start your day off right with this simple and tasty recipe that includes walnuts to supercharge your morning: Ricotta, Banana, Walnut, and Honey Toast. Put together the tastes of sweet banana and honey with ricotta cheese spread on whole-grain toast, sprinkled with cinnamon and chopped walnuts, and your mouth will thank you for the wake-up call. Imagine this with a nice cup of hot coffee or your favorite tea! It’s a simple, delicious and even cost-effective way to start your busy day.
If you are looking for something to spruce up the same tried-and-true foods, try Avocado, Arugula, Tomato, and Walnut Toast. This toast gives regular avocado toast a run for its money and then some. The tangy-sweet balsamic glaze complements toasted walnuts atop sliced cherry tomatoes, peppery arugula and avocado, accented with a grind of fresh black pepper.
Want an alternative to toast? Try using sweet potato! This Sweet Potato Avocado Toast with Walnuts recipe will impress your taste buds with rich avocado, olive oil and flaky salt, not to mention crushed red pepper flakes and, of course, crunchy diced walnuts. With toasted sweet potato planks holding up all the toppings, you won’t miss the bread.
Try the Cottage Cheese-Walnut Caprese Toast for a little Italian-inspired morning snack paired with a powerful walnut-y crunch. Cool and creamy cottage cheese, fresh basil, tomato and balsamic syrup, layered with toasted walnuts, makes for a winning, refreshing snack on a hot day. A little orange juice or fresh lemon water would be just the perfect complement!
If you want to go all walnut-in, then try this recipe for Honey Walnut Butter. It’s simple, spreads like butter on your favorite toast, and is a nutritious alternative to other nut butters. Plus, making your own gives you the assurance that only fresh, natural ingredients are going into the preparation. Sweetened with honey and spiced with cinnamon, it is a well-balanced recipe—which can be made with walnut oil for double the walnut goodness. Yum!
Take a look at some of our other recipes, such as Crunchy Coconut Walnut Butter and Mexican Chocolate Walnut Butter. When it comes to toast, the sky’s the limit, so don’t be afraid to get creative!