Quick, easy and nutrition packed!
Fiber and Vitamin C from the apple, potassium from the banana, Omega 3 and Omega 6 Essential Fatty Acids from the hemp seeds (not to mention all ten essential amino acids), and a nice dose of magnesium from the cacao nibs.
2 tablespoons shelled raw hemp seeds
1 large ripe red apple, grated (skin on)
1 large ripe banana, sliced
1 teaspoon raw cacao nibs
Place the hemp seeds, grated apple, and sliced banana into a medium bowl and gently mix everything together. Sprinkle the cacao nibs over the top. Nosh!
Serves one. Double or triple the recipe as needed.
A few tips…
To help limit your exposure to harmful pesticide residues and waxed coatings often associated with conventional produce, try to purchase organically grown fruits as often as possible.
There are several red apple varieties. Some are more sweet than others and some are more tart. Following are a few ideas.
- Slightly sweet: Braeburn and Gala.
- Sweet tart: Cameo, Jonagold, McIntosh and Pink Lady.
- Very sweet: Ambrosia, Fuji and Red Delicious.
Yellow and green-skinned apples are also good alternatives, depending on availability and what you like.
I use a hand-held grater whenever I need a small or medium amount of a shredded ingredient. However, you can utilize the grater attachment of a food processor if you have one and prefer it. Just make sure to core the apple first. Seriously! [wink]
