Chia Seeds Beautification Breakfast

Chia Seeds

Beautification Breakfast

BY DOREET DIJKE

Nutrient packed with free-radical fighting antioxidant berries, potassium from the bananas, Omega 3 fatty acids and protein from the chia seeds, and all 20 amino acids (including the 9 amino acids our bodies can’t produce) from the hemp seeds.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 well-ripened bananas, peeled • 2 cups organic mixed berries • 2-3 Tablespoons hemp seed mylk (see recipe • I Tablespoon raw almond butter (optional) • Sweetener - maple syrup or pitted dates to taste (optional) • 2 Tablespoons hemp seeds • 2 Tablespoons chia seeds (soaked in water for 1-2 hours) • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon • Dash of freshly ground cardamon • Dash of freshly grated nutmeg • Edible flowers and a sprig of peppermint to garnish

Photo by Gareth M. Thomas/LENSOLOGY.net

Prep Time 15-30 minutes Serves 3-4

INSTRUCTIONS

Place bananas, berries, and the hemp mylk into a food processor and mix until all the ingredients are combined. Be sure to taste and adjust the sweetness if desired, by adding either maple syrup or pitted dates (optional) and blend until everything is combined. Add the raw almond butter. To this mixture, add the hemp seeds and cinnamon and pulse to combine. Whisk in the chia seeds; let stand for 30 minutes. Stir to distribute the seeds if they have settled. Transfer to 3 to 4 bowls for individual servings.

Cover and refrigerate to chill for at least 2 to 3 hours, preferably overnight.

Garnish with edible flowers and a sprig or two of peppermint and add a dash of freshly ground nutmeg. Enjoy and smile while partaking in this raw, culinary delight!

Hemp Seed Mylk

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup raw shelled hemp seeds • 3 cups filtered water • 3 to 6 pitted dates OR • 2 to 3 Tablespoons pure maple syrup • Pinch of Celtic sea salt

INSTRUCTIONS

Place all the ingredients in a powerful blender and blend on the highest speed until you reach a milk consistency. Pour into an airtight, leadfree, glass container or bottle. Refrigerate immediately and use in as many recipes as needed to replace any other milk.