VegEssential Snacks

VegEssential is a plant-based protein powder that we recommend at the clinic.  In each scoop it has 27g of protein, 7g of fiber, 2g Omega 3 plant oils, ~5000 ORAC units (antioxidants), 6-8 servings of vegetables and over 100% of RDA of 13 vitamins and minerals.  We recommend having a scoop in your smoothie but if you are looking for other ways to get this super powder in your diet here are 2 recipes to consider.

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VegEssential Raw Dark Chocolate Brownies

·        1/2 cup any nut flower (raw almonds, pecans, cashews etc.) – can grind from whole nuts

·         1/2 cup VegEssential

·         1 cup hemp hearts

·         1 cup cacao powder

·         4 tsp vanilla extract

·         6 tbsp coconut sugar

·         1/4-1/2 cup water

·         Pinch of sea salt

If needed grind nuts first into powder in food processor.  Add all other ingredients to a food processor until combined (start with the lower amount of water).  Texture should not be too dry nor too wet.  Add water if needed until it forms a ball in the food processor. Grease an 8 inch square pan with coconut oil and press mixture into.  Refrigerate until set.

VegEssential Raw Chocolate Balls

·         1 cup organic oats

·         3 scoops VegEssential

·         4 tbsp raw almond butter or peanut butter

·         1 tbsp ground flax seeds

·         ½ cup milk (coconut, almond etc.)

·         1 tsp cacao powder

·         1 tbsp unpasteurized honey

·         1 tbsp coconut oil

·         1 tsp vanilla extract

·         Shredded raw coconut for rolling (optional)

Add organic oats to food processor and process until powder.  Add all other ingredients to food processor and process until blended.  Roll mixture into balls and then into coconut if desired.  Refrigerate for 2-3 hours until firm.

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