Walnuts

Property Specification
Scientific Name Juglans regia
Common Name Walnut
Shape Rounded, with irregular lobes
Color Light to dark brown (outer shell); light cream to pale yellow (kernel)
Size Length: 3.5 to 4.5 cm
Weight 10-15 grams per whole walnut (with shell)
Texture Rough, hard (shell); smooth, soft, and slightly crunchy (kernel)
Taste Rich, slightly bitter, nutty
Moisture Content 4-5%
Fat Content 60-65% (mainly polyunsaturated fats)
Protein Content 15-20%
Carbohydrate Content 14-16%
Energy Content 650-700 kcal per 100g
Shell Type Hard-shelled (sometimes with a thin, papery inner skin)
Grade Fancy, Extra Fancy, or Standard
Defects Broken, split, shriveled, moldy, or rancid kernels