National Nut Day is celebrated annually on October 221. The Liberation Foods Company created it to encourage the public to choose healthier snack options1. This day is devoted to everything nuts-related, including recipes and cooking tips1. Many African countries infuse their daily meals with peanuts on a regular basis in stews and soups1. Nuts have been a part of the human diet for hundreds of thousands of years, with early humans using “nutting tools” to crack stones1. Walnuts were believed to be a gift from the gods by the Greeks and Romans, while early Europeans sailed the Mediterranean with walnuts onboard ships for trading1. By the 18th century, walnuts arrived in California when Franciscan monks set foot on these new shores1.
On National Nut Day, you can celebrate by incorporating nuts into your meals or trying out new nut-based recipes. Nuts have numerous health benefits and can be enjoyed as a snack or as an ingredient in various dishes. Remember to choose unsalted or lightly salted nuts for a healthier option.
Enjoy National Nut Day and have some nutty fun! 🥜🎉
