Instead, we use a spoonful
of nut or seed butter to: a) make it extra tender, b) add depth to the flavour, and c) give a nice little boost of plant - based protein.
I don't usually go too overboard, and I love the creaminess and sweetness
of any nut or seed butter, especially sun butter!
Depending on what type of smoothie your family likes a tablespoon
of nut or seed butter will also work well.
1/2 cup
of nut or seed butter.
1 cup
of nut or seed butter (peanut butter, almond butter, tahini, cashew butter, Brazil nut butter, hazelnut butter, etc)
Dr. Greger recommends one serving of nuts per day (about 1/4 cup of nuts or seeds or 2 tablespoons
of nut or seed butter) as part of the Daily Dozen.
1 teaspoon, fresh seasonal fruit, granola, nuts and / or seeds, unsweetened shredded coconut, dollop
of nut or seed butter, etc..
Also, different brands
of nut or seed butter yield slightly different results, you can adjust as needed adding more nut butter or flakes until the mixture holds together nicely.
Banish the processed food snacks and have them enjoy a bit
of nut or seed butter on toast or wedges of fruit or veggies as a quick and healthy alternative.
While you can go to most health and specialty grocery stores and pick up a jar of any variety
of nut or seed butter these days, isn't it sometimes better to make something and know where the ingredients come from?
I am wondering what I could use instead
of a nut or seed butter that would let them still work out?
Just replace the tablespoon of peanut butter in this recipe with another kind
of nut or seed butter, and you have yourself a super simple, delicious, and protein - rich energy bar that doesn't require baking, cooking, or any fancy - pants techniques.
My fridge is always stocked with at least two, more likely three or four, different kinds
of nut or seed butters.
Not exact matches
A beautiful piece
of seasonal fruit is a favourite snack, but I also love brown rice cakes with tahini and chia
seeds, a small smoothie, fresh juice,
or some homemade crackers with
nut butter.
Chocolate Layer Cakes with Black Cherry and Orange Chocolate layers 3 cups
nut or coconut milk 6 tablespoons cacao powder 4 tablespoons cocoa nibs 2 tablespoons vanilla extract 2 tablespoons coconut flakes 1/2 cup coconut oil 1 cup sprouted pecan
butter or almond
butter 3/4 cup sweetener
of your choice (I used Jerusalem artichoke syrup) 1/2 cup almond flour 1 1/2 cups ground flax
seeds 3 tablespoons maca powder (optional) 2 tablespoons lucuma powder (optional)
And for smoothies yes thats all I have for breakfast, I make big ones though, normally with two bananas as the base and then lots
of other fruit, some spinach
or kale, dates and then a mixture
of some
nuts /
seeds / super-foods, either chia
seeds, ground flaxseeds, hemp protein, spirulina, maca, oats, almond
butter etc..
I've yet to find one that comes close to «normal» bread but some
of the almond
or seeded recipes I've tried make a very acceptable base to put mashed avocado
or nut butter on.
I can't guarantee success since I haven't tried it myself, but you could add 1/2 cup
nut or seed butter of your choice and 1/4 cup cacao
butter in place
of the coconut
butter.
It combines peanut
butter, honey, oats and grains, but feel free to use any kind
of nut, grains,
seeds or even dried fruit in the mixture — just stick to the quantities in the recipe, and you'll get a different kind
of energy bars each and every time.
It also comes with a list
of tasty and nutritious topping ideas, including pomegranate
seeds, wheatgrass powder, hemp, flax
or chia
seeds, berries and
nut butter.
The recipe calls for unsweetened non-dairy milk, like almond, hazelnut
or coconut, a chai tea bag, frozen banana, dates,
nut or seed butter, protein powder, pure vanilla extract and a pinch
of salt.
If made with an all natural
nut or seed butter instead
of the high - protein version these bars would be dairy free, vegetarian, gluten - free and vegan (if you swap the honey for agave).
You can swap the peanut
butter for any
nut or seed butter, you can swap the
nuts and
seeds for any combination
of either /
or you like, you could replace the honey with maple syrup
or agave and use any dried fruit your heart desires.
I always add two (
or more) tablespoons
of nut butter or seed butter to my smoothies.
Look this: 354 15/17 ml rolled oats 157 37/51 ml whole almonds 157 37/51 ml dried fruit medley 177 15/34 ml whole cashews 118 5/17 ml pepitas 78 44/51 ml ground flax 59 5/34 ml sunflower
seeds 236.59 ml high - protein peanut
butter or nut butter of choice 78 44/51 ml Honey
or liquid sweetener
of choice pinch Sea Salt
Men 2 scoops
of protein powder 1 - 2 cups
of vegetables (like spinach, which doesn't affect the taste) 2 handfuls
of fruit (fresh
or frozen) 2 tablespoons
of healthy fat (a
nut butter or seed for example) Mixer (almond milk, regular milk, water — your choice)
I avoid processed fats, like margarine
or canola oil, but whole fats from olives, avocados, coconuts,
seeds,
nuts, and humanely raised animals (
butter, lard, suet, schmaltz) are a necessary part
of the diet, and lead to feeling full in ways that allow people to cut down on sugar (which is less healthy, as you say).
You can keep it plain and simple with a dash
of maple syrup
of you can go
nuts by adding,
nuts (oh yes I did),
seeds, fruit, think
of bananas and strawberries, jelly, peanut
butter or maybe a nice drizzle
of chocolate sauce.
If not, definitely feel free to substitute for your favorite
nut or seed butter of choice.
Yes, any type
of nut butter or seed butter that meets your dietary needs should work.
Combine 1/2 a banana, 1 tablespoon almond
butter, 1 tablespoon
of vegan protein powder, 1/2 cup
of chopped kale, 1/4 cup coconut yogurt, 1/2 tablespoon flax
seeds, 1/2 tablespoon hemp
seeds, and 3/4 cup
of nut or coconut milk.
If you don't choose to use any
of them you could maybe use a
nut or seed butter instead but the bars will turn out differently.
What's in it: 3 apples (a firm apple like honey crisp
or granny smith are easiest to slice with the mandolin) Ground cinnamon, to taste Pinch
of salt, to taste (optional) For the dip: 1/3 cup plain yogurt (greek
or regular are fine) 2 tablespoons creamy peanut
or almond
butter 1 teaspoon maple syrup Optional garnishes for dip: fresh apple slices, chopped peanuts, drizzle
of maple syrup If you're making nachos, some topping ideas include: chopped
nuts /
seeds, pomegranate
seeds, dried fruit, shaved coconut, chia
seed
Also, feel free to substitute whatever kind
of nut butter,
seeds,
or nuts you prefer.
Also, I used Nuttzo Seven
Nut & Seed Butter which is my nut butter of choice — again, you can sub in whatever almond butter, peanut butter or other nut butter you like, but I highly recommend this one because it is packed with so much extra wholesome goodne
Nut &
Seed Butter which is my nut butter of choice — again, you can sub in whatever almond butter, peanut butter or other nut butter you like, but I highly recommend this one because it is packed with so much extra wholesome goo
Butter which is my
nut butter of choice — again, you can sub in whatever almond butter, peanut butter or other nut butter you like, but I highly recommend this one because it is packed with so much extra wholesome goodne
nut butter of choice — again, you can sub in whatever almond butter, peanut butter or other nut butter you like, but I highly recommend this one because it is packed with so much extra wholesome goo
butter of choice — again, you can sub in whatever almond
butter, peanut butter or other nut butter you like, but I highly recommend this one because it is packed with so much extra wholesome goo
butter, peanut
butter or other nut butter you like, but I highly recommend this one because it is packed with so much extra wholesome goo
butter or other
nut butter you like, but I highly recommend this one because it is packed with so much extra wholesome goodne
nut butter you like, but I highly recommend this one because it is packed with so much extra wholesome goo
butter you like, but I highly recommend this one because it is packed with so much extra wholesome goodness.
I do a range
of permutations to satisfy both — e.g., whole grain toast with
nut or seed butter, smoothies with some rolled oats
or quinoa thrown in to the mix, and scrambled eggs rolled up in a whole wheat tortilla.
1/3 cup
of nuts (I used a mix
of almonds and walnuts) 1/3 cup
of hemp
seeds 1/3 cup
of gluten free oats 1/4 cup
of almond
butter (
or nut butter of your choice) 3/4 cup
of dates (about 10 - 12) 2 tsp
of maple syrup
If you think you would like to see how clean eating diet can make you feel better and brighter, here are some useful store cupboard essentials to help you: • Oats • Tins
of beans, chickpeas, lentils (in water) • Tinned tuna, salmon, mackerel (in olive oil
or water, NOT brine) • Whole - wheat pastas, brown rice, quinoa, bulgur wheat, freekeh and dried lentils • Natural (unsalted)
nuts and
nut butters,
seeds, raisins, unsweetened dried fruit, rice cakes • Coconut oil / olive oil • Apple Cider vinegar • Organic Tamari (soy) sauce • Plenty
of your favourite herbs and spices • Brown rice syrup
or organic maple syrup
or local honey • Herbal teas and green tea • Wholegrain mustard
Packed with
nuts and
seeds, and good spread with a swipe
of butter or nut paste, it's hard not to love this bread.
I've been eating lots
of lentils, chickpeas and other beans, hummus,
seed crackers, vegetables,
nuts and
nut butters, and the occasional serving
of quinoa
or sweet potatoes.
You just need
nut butter (
or feel free to use coconut
butter or sunflower
seed butter for a
nut - free version); the cereal itself; a hint
of vanilla; and brown rice syrup.
This is my favorite, most basic recipe, so feel free to add your choice
of mix - ins, such as fresh / dried fruit,
nuts,
seeds,
nut butters, cocoa
or carob powder... the possibilities are endless!
If you have an issue with
nuts, you could try tahini
or any other type
of seed butter.
Instead, I gravitate towards lighter fare such as salads, lightly cooked soups, oat porridge, green and superfood smoothies, fruit, raw vegetables, small amounts
of healthy fats (peanut
butter, olives, coconut, raw almond
butter, raw
nuts and
seeds, etc.), and more raw entrees along with steamed vegetables
or the occasional roasted vegetable, legume and grain dish.
I can't say I blame you, as I only eat it because it's one
of the few
nut or seed butters that my oldest daughter and I tolerate.
Try a bowl
of oatmeal with berries and
nut butter, avocado toast with pumpkin
seeds or an egg with whole grain toast and vegetables.
Ingredients: 3/4 cup vegan
butter 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 3 tablespoons ground flax
seed in 6 tablespoons water (lightly beaten) 1 cups agave nectar for the batter,
OR 1 1/2 cups agave if you like cakes very sweet 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 4 cups All Purpose Gluten - Free Flour (We use Bob's Red Mill) * 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 cup hot coffee (you may substitute plain hot water if you don't like coffee) 1 cup hot water 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, if allergic to tree nuts, or use sunflower or pumpkin seeds) 1/4 cup dried unsulphured papaya, cut in 1/4 inch cubes 1/4 cup dried unsulphured pineapple, cut in 1/4 inch cubes or 1/2 cup raisins or other dried fruit (in place of papaya and pineapple) Additional agave nectar for brushing the cake (about 1/4 cu
OR 1 1/2 cups agave if you like cakes very sweet 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 4 cups All Purpose Gluten - Free Flour (We use Bob's Red Mill) * 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 cup hot coffee (you may substitute plain hot water if you don't like coffee) 1 cup hot water 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
or pecans (optional, if allergic to tree nuts, or use sunflower or pumpkin seeds) 1/4 cup dried unsulphured papaya, cut in 1/4 inch cubes 1/4 cup dried unsulphured pineapple, cut in 1/4 inch cubes or 1/2 cup raisins or other dried fruit (in place of papaya and pineapple) Additional agave nectar for brushing the cake (about 1/4 cu
or pecans (optional, if allergic to tree
nuts,
or use sunflower or pumpkin seeds) 1/4 cup dried unsulphured papaya, cut in 1/4 inch cubes 1/4 cup dried unsulphured pineapple, cut in 1/4 inch cubes or 1/2 cup raisins or other dried fruit (in place of papaya and pineapple) Additional agave nectar for brushing the cake (about 1/4 cu
or use sunflower
or pumpkin seeds) 1/4 cup dried unsulphured papaya, cut in 1/4 inch cubes 1/4 cup dried unsulphured pineapple, cut in 1/4 inch cubes or 1/2 cup raisins or other dried fruit (in place of papaya and pineapple) Additional agave nectar for brushing the cake (about 1/4 cu
or pumpkin
seeds) 1/4 cup dried unsulphured papaya, cut in 1/4 inch cubes 1/4 cup dried unsulphured pineapple, cut in 1/4 inch cubes
or 1/2 cup raisins or other dried fruit (in place of papaya and pineapple) Additional agave nectar for brushing the cake (about 1/4 cu
or 1/2 cup raisins
or other dried fruit (in place of papaya and pineapple) Additional agave nectar for brushing the cake (about 1/4 cu
or other dried fruit (in place
of papaya and pineapple) Additional agave nectar for brushing the cake (about 1/4 cup)
for the strawberry salsa: about 1 cup
of strawberries, hulled and diced 2 green onions, minced 1 jalapeno,
seeded and minced 6 basil leaves, minced the juice
of 1 small lime 1/4 teaspoon
of salt dry ingredients for the pancakes: 1 cup
of buckwheat flour 1 cup
of oat flour 1/4 teaspoon
of salt 2 teaspoons
of baking soda 3 tablespoons
of poppy
seeds wet ingredients: 1 cup
of unsweetened
nut milk (
or regular milk if you prefer) 1 ripe banana 1 tablespoon
of olive oil 1 teaspoon
of vanilla 1 egg, lightly beaten some
butter or olive oil
or coconut oil for the pan
Limit to 1/2 a cup whole
nuts or seeds,
or 1/4
of a cup
of nut -
butter made from them per day,
or 1/2 a cup
of any type
of nut flour.
* 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted
butter * 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil * 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup * 1/2 cup (100 g) packed light brown sugar * 1/2 cup (120 ml water) * 1 teaspoon medium grain kosher salt * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract * 5 cups (455 g) old - fashioned rolled
or quick - cooking oats * 1 1/2 cups (140 g)
nuts, chopped if large (try an equal mix
of sliced almonds, cashews and pecans) * 3/4 cup (65 g) flaked coconut, sweetened
or not * 1/4 cup (35 g) raw, hulled sunflower
seeds * 1/4 cup (35 g) whole
or ground
seeds, such as chia
seeds, sesame
seeds, flaxseeds,
or hemp hearts * 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon * 1/2 cup (70 g) finely chopped candied ginger * 1/2 cup (70 g) raw pepitas * 1 cup (150 g) chopped dried figs * Candied Cacao Nibs (p. 248)(optional)