Walnut Oil
Elevate your culinary creations with homemade walnut oil—a velvety, nutty delight that's simple to prepare and packed with rich flavor. This recipe combines the toasty aroma of freshly roasted raw walnuts with the versatility of a neutral-flavored oil like grapeseed, resulting in a silky, golden oil perfect for drizzling over salads, roasted vegetables, or artisanal bread. With just two ingredients and under 30 minutes of work, this DIY walnut oil is a healthier, fresher alternative to store-bought options. Plus, you can repurpose the leftover walnut pulp in smoothies or baked goods, making this recipe as sustainable as it is delicious. Store your homemade walnut oil in a sterilized jar, and enjoy its subtle nuttiness for up to a month. Whether you're enhancing a vinaigrette or finishing a gourmet pasta dish, this handcrafted oil is sure to impress.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw shelled walnuts
- 1 cup neutral-flavored oil (e.g., grapeseed oil)
Instructions
Preheat a dry, non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add the raw shelled walnuts to the skillet, spreading them out in a single layer.
Toast the walnuts for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden and fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
Remove the toasted walnuts from the skillet and let them cool for 5 minutes.
Transfer the cooled walnuts to a high-speed blender or food processor.
Blend the walnuts on high speed for 1-2 minutes until they start to form a coarse paste.
Add the neutral-flavored oil to the blender or food processor and continue blending for another 3-4 minutes, or until the mixture becomes smooth and oil separates slightly.
Use a fine mesh strainer or a piece of cheesecloth to strain the walnut oil into a clean container, pressing down on the walnut pulp to extract as much oil as possible.
Discard the leftover walnut pulp or save it for another use (such as baking or smoothies).
Pour the strained walnut oil into a sterilized jar or bottle and store it in a cool, dark place or in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3509 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 384.7 g | 493% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.0 g | 195% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 34.4 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1000 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
