Three delicious BBQ dishes based on mood-boosting walnuts
ok.co.ukWith the number of sunny days seemingly increasing each week, visions of summer are within touching distance. From wholesome family picnics to fruity cocktail ice lollies, we certainly can’t wait for the fresh flavours of summer to find their way onto our plates.
And what signals summer more than a barbecue? Come rain or shine, nothing quite says ‘it’s summer’ more than cooking up a storm outdoors and eating al fresco.
But you don’t have to be a meat eater to make the most of barbecue season. Here OK! shares three vegetarian recipes where the humble California walnut is the star of the show… Pulled aubergine, halloumi and California walnut sliders Makes 6 Ingredients 2 aubergines 2 tbsp barbecue sauce 50g California Walnuts, chopped Salt and pepper 6 small floured baps, halved 250g halloumi, sliced into 6 1⁄2 tbsp olive oil 6 Little Gem lettuce leaves Tomato chutney, to serve Method Place the aubergines on a barbecue or griddle pan and cook for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally until soft and slightly charred.
Wrap in foil and leave until cool enough to handle. Cut the ends off the aubergines and remove the skin. Cut them in half and pull apart the flesh.
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