5 ultimate summer recipes with nuts: quick, creative, and wonderfully crunchy!

When the days get longer, the drinks get colder, and the outfits get airier, one thing’s for sure: Summer is here! And with it, the desire for light, creative cooking. One thing that should never be missing? Nuts! Whether crunchy, roasted, caramelized, or plain – nuts are true all-rounders in summer cooking. They not only provide valuable energy, but also an extra portion of enjoyment and texture. In this blog post, we’ll show you five quick summer recipes with nuts that will delight you: fresh, uncomplicated, and ideal for hot days.

1. Mediterranean Couscous Salad with Roasted Cashews
   Fresh, hearty, and ready in 15 minutes
   Couscous salad is an absolute classic when it comes to quick summer meals. Our version gets a distinctive upgrade with roasted cashews.
   Ingredients for 2 people:
   • 150 g Couscous
   • 250 ml hot water or vegetable broth
   • 1/2 cucumber
   • 1 red bell pepper
   • 1 small red onion
   • 1 handful of cocktail tomatoes
   • 60 g roasted cashews (e.g. from Burghardt Delicious)
   • 2 tbsp olive oil
   • Juice of one lemon
   • Fresh mint and parsley
   • Salt and pepper to taste
   Preparation:
   • Pour hot water over the couscous, cover, and let it stand for 5 minutes.
   • In the meantime, dice the vegetables and chop the herbs.
   • Roughly chop the cashews.
   • Mix everything with the couscous, add lemon juice and olive oil.
   • Season with salt, pepper and chopped nuts.
   Tip: Tastes great the next day as a lunch-to-go!
   
   
   
   
2. Cold Cucumber Yogurt Soup with Grated Walnuts
   Pure refreshment on hot days
   This soup is the ultimate refreshing kick on tropical days. Quick to make, creamy, slightly spicy – ​​and with a nutty twist thanks to finely grated walnuts.
   Ingredients for 2 servings:
   • 1 large cucumber
   • 250g Greek yogurt
   • 1 garlic clove
   • 2 tbsp lemon juice
   • 30g grated walnuts
   • Fresh dill
   • Salt, pepper
   Preparation:
   • Peel, deseed, and finely grate the cucumber.
   • Mix with yogurt, lemon juice, crushed garlic, and walnuts.
   • Season with salt, pepper, and fresh dill.
   • Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
   Serving tip: Garnished with ice cubes and a few extra walnuts, this becomes a highlight for any garden table.
   
   
   
   
3. Fruity Summer Salad with Strawberries, Goat Cheese, and Caramelized Pecans
   A declaration of love for summer
   Fresh, sweet, creamy, crunchy – this salad has it all. Burghardt Delicious’s caramelized pecans take its flavor to a whole new level.
   Ingredients for 2 servings:
   • 100g arugula or mixed leaf salad
   • 150g strawberries
   • 80g goat cheese (e.g., rolled)
   • 50g caramelized pecans
   • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
   • 2 tbsp olive oil
   • A pinch of coarse salt and black pepper
   Preparation:
   • Wash the lettuce and spin dry.
   • Halve the strawberries and slice the goat cheese.
   • Arrange everything on plates and top with pecans.
   • Season with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
   Insider tip: If you like, you can add a few fresh basil leaves. It’s perfect!
   
   
   
   
   
   
4. Summer Pasta with Pistachio Pesto and Arugula
   A different kind of pesto – nutty, green, and super aromatic
   Pesto doesn’t always have to be made with pine nuts. Pistachios add color, flavor, and sophistication to this summery pasta creation.
   Ingredients for 2 servings:
   • 200g pasta (e.g., fusilli or linguine)
   • 1 handful of fresh arugula
   • 60g shelled pistachios
   • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
   • 1 garlic clove
   • 4 tbsp olive oil
   • Salt, pepper, lemon juice
   Preparation:
   • Cook the pasta al dente.
   • Blend the pistachios, arugula, Parmesan cheese, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil in a blender until the pesto is smooth.
   • Season with salt and pepper.
   • Combine the hot pasta with the pesto and serve immediately.
   Optional: Sprinkle with roasted pistachios and serve with freshly shaved Parmesan cheese.
   
   
   
   
5. Nice Cream with Bananas and Hazelnut Crunch
   A healthy ice cream treat with addictive potential
   Ice cream for breakfast? No problem with this wonderfully creamy nice cream made from frozen bananas – completely without added sugar. The hazelnut crunch adds just the right crunch.
   Ingredients for 2 servings:
   • 2 ripe bananas (frozen slices)
   • 1 splash of plant-based milk (oat, almond, etc.)
   • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
   • 40 g roasted hazelnuts (roughly chopped)
   Preparation:
   • Blend frozen bananas with a little milk and vanilla in a blender until creamy.
   • Pour into bowls and sprinkle with hazelnut crunch.
   Refining tip: A dollop of nut butter or cocoa adds even more depth of flavor.

Conclusion: Fast, nutty, summery!
Whether savory or sweet, warm or cold – these five summer recipes demonstrate how versatile and easy it is to incorporate nuts into light cuisine. With just a few ingredients, you can create sophisticated dishes that delight and satisfy without being heavy. Ideal for hot days, spontaneous picnics, or relaxed evenings on the balcony.
And best of all: With the delicious nut and snack products from Burghardt Delicious, every meal becomes a stylish moment of indulgence.
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