Carob Shake

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 15
Healthy and Nutritious Carob Shake for a refreshing drink
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Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

1/3 cup almonds
1 1/4 cups water ( or you can use almond milk , rice milk , etc . )
3 dates , pitted
2 tablespoons tahini
1 tablespoon flax seed oil ( or grapeseed oil )
3 tablespoons carob powder
3 frozen bananas
1 pinch sea salt
honey ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
422
Sugar
33g
Fat
25g
Carob is a delicious and nutritious alternative to cocoa powder that is made from the roasted pods of the carob tree. It is caffeine-free, low in fat, and contains antioxidants, fiber, and minerals. This Carob Shake recipe is a healthy and refreshing take on the classic chocolate shake that is perfect for a hot day or post-workout snack. With a combination of almonds, dates, tahini, flaxseed oil, and frozen bananas, this shake is rich in flavor and good for you. Enjoy this shake as part of a balanced diet and get all the benefits of these nutritious ingredients.

Instructions

1.Soak the almonds in water for 2 hours until softened.
2.Blend the soaked almonds in a blender with 1 1/4 cups of water, the dates, tahini, flaxseed oil, carob powder, frozen bananas, and a pinch of sea salt until smooth.
3.Taste the shake and adjust the sweetness with honey as desired.
4.Pour the shake into glasses and serve chilled.

PROS

Carob powder is a healthy and caffeine-free alternative to cocoa powder that gives this shake a rich and chocolatey flavor.

The almonds provide plant-based protein and healthy fats that keep you full for longer.

This shake is sweetened naturally with dates and bananas.

CONS

The high sugar content from the dates and bananas may not be suitable for those on a low-sugar diet.

Nut allergies may prevent some people from enjoying this recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Carob Shake is a rich source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Carob powder contains antioxidants and is rich in calcium, magnesium, and potassium.
Almonds are packed with vitamin E, healthy fats, and protein that are good for heart health and brain function.
Tahini is a good source of calcium for bone health and provides healthy fats.
Flaxseed oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids that promote heart and brain health.

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