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

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