Featured Recipe: Brazil Nut Matcha Balls (Cleanse & Detox)

January 1, 2015

Brazil Nut Matcha Balls

Makes 18 -1 ½ tbsp size balls

These treats are a tasty way to incorporate healthy fats, chlorophyll and a variety of nutrients into your diet, that aid detoxification and healthy immune function!

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup brazil nuts
  • 2 cups shredded coconut
  • ¼ cup “Nutiva” organic extra virgin coconut oil (melted)
  • ½ cup “Canadian Heritage” organic maple syrup
  • ½ tbsp. “Clef des Champs” matcha green tea powder
  • ¼ tsp “Organic Traditions”vanilla bean powder
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/8 tsp “Redmond’s Real” sea salt

 Directions:

  1. In a food processor, combine everything but coconut oil and maple syrup until fine.
  2. Add the melted coconut oil and maple syrup and process until a ball forms.
  3. Refrigerate for 30 minutes and form into balls using a mini ice-cream scoop.
  4. Enjoy right away or store in an air tight container in the fridge.

Each Serving Contains:

135 calories; 2 g protein; 11 g total fat (0 g trans fat); 8 g total carbohydrates (7 g of sugar); 15 mg sodium

Posted in Dairy-Free, Dessert, For Kids, Gluten-Free, Raw, Recipes, Snack, Vegan, Vegetarian