National Cashew Day is the perfect opportunity to give this small but mighty nut the attention it truly deserves. Cashews are packed with flavor and nutrition, making them a favorite in kitchens worldwide. Cashews are very versatile: you can enjoy them as a snack, mix them into dishes, or even turn them into creamy butter or milk. We think they’ve really earned their place in everything from health-conscious diets to indulgent treats.
Originally from Brazil, cashews quickly spread to tropical climates around the globe, becoming an important crop and staple in many cuisines. Today, they’re a global favorite, prized for their rich taste and numerous uses. From stir-fries to vegan desserts, cashews have proven to be both a nutritional powerhouse and a culinary star.
National Cashew Day is the perfect time to reflect on the journey these little seeds have made from tropical orchards to our kitchens, and to savor the many ways they continue to enhance our meals and snacks.
When is National Cashew Day Celebrated?
National Cashew Day rolls around every year on November 23rd, making it the perfect time to enjoy all things cashew. If you enjoy snacking on cashews or adding them to your favorite recipes, here’s when you can mark your calendar for this delicious celebration:
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2024 | November 23, Saturday |
| 2025 | November 23, Sunday |
| 2026 | November 23, Monday |
| 2027 | November 23, Tuesday |
| 2028 | November 23, Thursday |
| 2029 | November 23, Friday |
| 2030 | November 23, Saturday |
Fun Facts about Cashews
Cashews are more than just a tasty snack. They’ve got a fascinating background, and these fun facts might just make you appreciate them even more. Let’s explore a few things you might not know about cashews:
- Unlike most nuts, cashews grow at the bottom of a fruit called the cashew apple. This pear-shaped fruit is common in Brazil, where the cashew tree originated.
- Interestingly, cashews aren’t technically nuts—they’re seeds. They belong to the same family as poison ivy and mangoes, but don’t worry, cashews don’t have the same irritating effects! You should, however, be aware that eating too many cashews may increase your blood sugar levels.
- Though native to Brazil, cashews are now grown in tropical regions around the world, including India, Vietnam, and Nigeria.
- Cashews are also a nutritional powerhouse, packed with protein, heart-healthy fats, and essential vitamins like magnesium, making them an excellent snack for health-conscious eaters.
Fun Ways to Celebrate National Cashew Day
You don’t need to go far to celebrate National Cashew Day. In fact, there are plenty of fun and easy ways to enjoy cashews in your daily life. Here are some ideas to help you make the most of this nutty holiday:
- Keep it simple and snack on cashews throughout the day. Roasted, salted, or plain, they make for a great treat.
- Cashews work well in both savory and sweet recipes. Toss them into a stir-fry for added crunch, use them in a creamy cashew sauce, or sprinkle them on top of desserts like brownies. Or, use them as a substitute for fried shrimp!
- If you haven’t already, National Cashew Day is the perfect time to try cashew-based alternatives. Cashew milk is a creamy, dairy-free drink, and cashew butter makes for a tasty spread on toast or in sandwiches.
- Get creative in the kitchen and experiment with your favorite cashew recipes. From cashew chicken to vegan cashew cheesecake, the possibilities are endless. Don’t forget to share your creations on social media with the hashtag #NationalCashewDay!
There’s no wrong way to celebrate, so grab a bag of cashews and get creative in the kitchen or simply snack away!
Before You Go:
We have many more national days lists for you to explore.
- Food-related national days: complete list of national food days, pasta & noodles days, vegan & vegetarian days, mushroom days, ice-cream days, pizza days, coffee days, chocolate days, wine days, alcohol & drinking days.
- Non-food national days: National Days Calendars 2024-2025 (check out the printable calendars in my Etsy shop), National Days for Teachers, and a wide array of special lists such as cat days, dog days, animal days, cleaning & organizing days, book days, music days, family & relationships days, national days for women, stationery days and even Harry Potter days.
- Country-specific national days: Australian national days, more coming soon.
