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Immunity-Boosting Mushroom Smoothie

April 21, 2023 By julia

Well, it’s official. The world is in freak out mode.

There’s no doubt we’re living in a time that will go down in the history books.

My heart goes out to those affected by the COVID-19, and immense appreciation for the doctors and nurses, as well as cashiers on the front line.

It’s important to remember to do things that make you feel good during this time of social distancing. Is there a passion project you’ve always wanted to start? Now is an awesome time! But, also don’t feel pressure to be productive during this time. There’s fear and anxiety all around, so some of the best actions are reconnecting with nature, resting your mind, moving your body, amping up your immunity and treating this like a forced staycation. What are you doing with your time? Let me know on the ‘gram @hookedonplants.

Here’s an immunity-boosting smoothie recipe that will help your body to combat any thing coming it’s way.

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What’s so great about the ingredients?

Greens:

DUH, right?! They’re packed with phytonutrients, plant fibre, chlorophyll and micronutrients.

Turmeric with a dash of pepper:

Anti-inflammatory king! Adding a tiny amount of pepper will increase the absorption of curcumin (the active ingredient) by 2000%!

Ginger:

Immune system stimulator that can help kill foreign invaders. 

Berries:

Antioxidants + phytonutrients. The more berries in your life the better.

Medicinal Mushrooms:

I’m using Stay Wyld Organics, a company I believe in and am helping co-create.

All of these mushroom powders are beneficial for your gut health by acting as a prebiotic. Healthy diverse microbiome = strong immunity. Your gut wall houses 60-70% of the cells that make up your immune system.

These mushrooms are all packed with antioxidants to ward off free radicals and minimize inflammation. 

They act as adaptogens in your body, by helping combat stressors and bringing it back to homeostasis (balance).

They’re North American sourced, organic, vegan, and steam extracted for optimal bio-absorption.

  • Chaga: The King of Mushrooms! Chaga has the antioxidant ORAC score out of any natural food, and has been shown to selectively kill cancer cells, while leaving the healthy cells untouched. Chaga is also the richest source of (ready for this?) superoxide dismutase… aka ‘SOD’, which is known to protect cells and repel viruses! Great timing to get a daily dose of this mighty mushroom. 
  • Turkey Tail: Powerful immune-defense! In Japan, turkey tail has been used to strengthen the immune system for over 30 years, especially when given with standard chemotherapy. Turkey tail mycelium (Stay Wyld uses the mushroom fruiting body and mycelium in the powders) excretes strong antiviral compounds. 
  • Reishi: This ‘chill out’ mushroom has incredible anti-histamine and anti-inflammatory properties. It’s also been shown to have the ability to stimulate macrophages (a type of white blood cell), an important part in combatting viruses and any kind of sickness. 
  • We also have Lion’s Mane and Cordyceps. All come in capsule or powder form! Use ‘Julia10’ for a discount.

Whole food protein powder:

When it comes to protein powder, it’s important to avoid any ‘fluff’ ingredients…extra sugars, natural flavours, words you can’t pronounce. Sticking with simple whole food ingredients is the way to go. That’s what I love about Complement Protein. 6 high protein plant ingredients ground up, with the lowest heavy metal count in the industry. Getting all essential amino acids in your diet is super beneficial for your immune system.

Feel free to use ‘hookedonplants’ on www.lovecomplement.com for a discount!

Vitamin C (amla fruit) powder:

Back to the basics! You can take a large daily dose vitamin C, but you have to make sure that your vitamin C source doesn’t have extra (not so great) ingredients like sugars or natural flavours. I’m in love with Pranin’s whole food powders, especially their vitamin C made from 2 ingredients: Amla Fruit and Moringa Leaf. A serving of two whole food powders give you the same vitamin C as 20 organic lemons!

You can use my discount code ‘hooked’ for this Vancouver company’s whole food powders here: Pranin.com.

I personally use all 3 of these products daily, especially right now, and only like to promote things that I’m actively using and loving, in hopes that it will help you guys out too. To be transparent, I do get a small kick back if you use my code for any of these, which helps support the work I do to spread veganism and nutrition tips, but don’t feel like you have to use my codes! Up to you… but you will get a discount too šŸ™‚

I wouldn’t promote anything to this amazing community that I wouldn’t be urging my Mom to get on board with at the same time.

Much love!

OK, on with the recipe!

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Ingredients

  • Greens, fill your blender with spinach, kale, or romaine

  • 1 inch thumb of ginger

  • 1 inch thumb of turmeric

  • Dash of pepper

  • 2-3 frozen bananas

  • 1-2 cups of berries

  • 1 tsp Pranin vitamin C powder

  • 1/4 cup Complement plant protein powder

  • 1 tsp each of Stay Wyld Medicinal Mushrooms (Reishi, Turkey Tail and Chaga especially shine when it comes to immune system support)

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Directions

  • Add all ingredients to your blender, and BLEND
  • Sip away in the morning and afternoon.

If you make this tag @hookedonplants + @staywyldorganics so we can see your health in a cup!

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St. Patrick’s Day Deep Green Cauliflower Spirulina Smoothie Bowl

March 15, 2018 By julia

St. Paddy’s Day is just around the corner, so it’s time to get in as much of the colour green as humanly possible with this cauliflower spirulina smoothie bowl.

MakeĀ this uber healthy, nutrient-dense breakfastĀ so you can happily balance it out with that green beer later!

Warning: The energy you’llĀ receive from this bowl o’ goodness might have you dancing on tables toĀ those IrishĀ fiddles until the sun comes up.

This recipe is pretty much the most amount of nutrients you can fit into your blender, blended into a thick smoothie bowl and topped off with any kind of superfoods you have in the house!

Smoothie bowls are a go-to around here.

Smoothies are great too, but bowls are better. Why? Smoothies go down too quick (unless you’re mindfully paying attention to chewing your liquid). It’s good to take your time eating blended anything, and actually CHEW your smoothie. Sounds weird, I know. But, by chewing, your mouth releases saliva with amylase (the digestive enzyme for carbohydrates). This is where it all begins (digestion, that is), so if you skip this step of physically chewing, the food by-passes the mouth without the first initial breakdown of nutrients. This makes it harder on the rest of your body during the digestion process.

Chew yo’ smoothie!

You might be thinking… Cauliflower in a smoothie WHAT?! But seriously, it creates a creamy texture and addsĀ mega benefits. We should be eating something from the cruciferous family on the daily (cauli, broccoli, cabbage, kale, brussel sprouts, bok choy, collard greens…), and this is an easy way to get it in ya.

Benefits:

  • SpirulinaĀ is one of the most detoxifying ingredients you can consume! It’s a blue green micro-algae with magical powers. Plus, it’s 60% protein (!) and packed withĀ vitamins K1, K2, B12, AĀ plus minerals iron, manganese and chromium. It’s extremely potent, so you don’t need much of it to reap the benefits. The antioxidants and phytonutrients will help decrease signs of aging and ward of disease and inflammation.
  • CauliflowerĀ as I said earlier is a member of the cruciferous vegetable fam. This family is packed with disease-fighting phytochemicals, drastically lowering your rise of cancer and cell oxidation.
  • GreensĀ of any kind are king when it comes to nutrient density. Chlorophyll, phytonutrients, antioxidants, fibre… these are all ingredients your body thrives on. You’ll be bursting with energy and vitality if you pack your mouth with greens at any chance you get.

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St. Patrick's Day Green Cauliflower Spirulina Smoothie Bowl
 
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Prep time
2 mins
Cook time
3 mins
Total time
5 mins
 
I always wing it when it comes to smoothies! But, this gives you a good idea of proportions for a deep green smoothie bowl! Feel free to add more or less of anything, it will all work out. If you need more sweetness, add more dates or banana! Try to pack in as many green leaves as possible.
Author: Jules
Recipe type: smoothie, smoothie bowl, breakfast, ready in 5
Serves: 1
Ingredients
  • 2-3 kale leaves, de stemmed
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1-inch thumb of ginger root
  • 2 frozen bananas (3 if they're small!)
  • 2 medjool dates
  • 1 cup frozen cauliflower
  • 1-2 cups frozen berries (your choice)
  • 1 tsp spirulina
  • 1½ cups vanilla almond milk, or thishemp milk

  • Optional add-ins:
  • More Greens if you can handle it! Spinach, cucumber, celery, romaine...
  • 1 inch thumb turmeric root
  • Water (if you want a drinkable smoothie)
  • Your favourite vegan protein powder
  • Carrot
  • Apple

  • Recommended toppings:
  • Raw cacao nibs
  • Coconut shreds
  • Jules Fuel Buckwheat Oats
  • Banana
  • Hemp seeds
  • Omega 3-6-9 oil (Udo's has a good blend, and an option with DHA too!)
Instructions
  1. Fill your blender with all the smoothie ingredients in this order: ginger, greens, cauliflower, spirulina, berries, banana, dates, almond milk.
  2. Blend on low-medium, and use your tamper to help the consistency become as smooth as possible. Add a bit of water if needed to help blend.
  3. If you don't have a tamper for your blender, just add a bit more liquid so it blends on it's own (you'll just have a runnier smoothie bowl)!
  4. Pour into your favourite bowl, and top it with your favourite toppings!
Notes
** You can use unfrozen bananas and cauliflower, but it won't be quite as creamy or delicious...
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Hooked On People Interview: Rich Sievewright AKA Vegan Iron Yogi + Post Work-Out Smoothie

November 2, 2017 By julia

Rich Sievewright is a mad man when it comes to working out, pushing himself and pushing others. I first met Rich when heĀ and I were LuluLemon ambassadors. He puts on killer work out classes to get WhistleritesĀ in shape for playing in the mountains. RichĀ is totally in tune with his body and how to fuel himself to perform his best. A lot of people go to Rich for diet and fitness advice, so I’m excited that he’s found going vegan for performance to be the best thing he’s done!Ā Read on to learn more aboutĀ being a vegan athlete, his plant-fuelledĀ Ironman training, his new business (Richlife), and hisĀ simple, satisfying and nutritious post-work out smoothie recipe!
How long have you been eating plant-based?
2 years

Why did you make the switch?Ā 
I watchedĀ Cowspiracy andĀ decided that I didn’t want to be a part of the environmental problem that our planet is facing. I switchedĀ so I could be a part of the solution instead.


What are the main differences/benefits you’ve noticed after switching to a plant-based lifestyle?
1) Buying groceries is quick and simple. I go to theĀ produceĀ section and bulk nutsĀ & seeds, thats it.
2) No cravings for dairy or meat, which was surprising after being a heavy carnivore my whole life.
3) I lost weight, but maintained/increased strengthĀ when it come to lifting weights!
4) Endurance level has increased. I feel lighter and faster than ever before.
5)Ā AĀ big difference is having to constantly explain my diet to every man and his dog. I used to hate answering the question, as I felt like I was offending people, but not now. If they ask why, I tell them straight, and ifĀ I’m met with a defensive attitude I lift my shirt and show them my abs and say it works for me, haha.

You are officially an IRONMAN. Wow!Ā Ā How long did you train specifically for the ironman?
I trained for a year but it didn’t really get specific until 4 months out. A soloĀ training camp in Mexico in April kicked me into ironman overdrive.Ā 

What was a typical training day like leading up to the Ironman? Work outs and food?Ā 
A typical training day was: eat, work, eat, train, eat, work, eat, eat and sleep. My diet is always the same:
  • oatmeal with nuts and seeds in the morning
  • quinoa salad 2-3 times a day
  • a protein smoothie
  • and snacking on nuts and nut butter

I’m not one for calorie counting, as I find you can get obsessive with it. I’m very in tune with my own body asĀ I’ve been training for a long time. I eat intuitively when I feel hungry and I drink when I feel thirsty. I had no budget when it came to food, and still don’t. It’s the mostĀ important thing to spend my money on…that and rent!

How AWESOME was it crossing the finish line?!

It was incredible, 20 Lululemon babes and close friends screaming (literally) my name was so heart warming and almost brought me to tears. It also signified the end of an era in my life. Friends, family, community and connection are moreĀ important to me than a raceĀ that significantly diminished the balance and overall health of my life.Ā 


What part was the hardest?
Physically, there is no doubt the run was the hardest (in particular the last 10km). Mentally, the bike was the hardest due to the boredom andĀ uncomfort (my lower backĀ and the crown jewels were in a bad way).

What did you listen to during your long biking and running hours?
I listened to podcasts byĀ Joe Rogan. I always enjoy zoning into theĀ intriguing people on the show, from doctors and physicians to trainers and elite athletes.Ā 

If you were to choose just one work out to do the rest of your life, what would it be?
Definitely a short and intense metabolic workout using dumbbells, barbells,Ā plyometricsĀ and thousands ofĀ burpees. I love being close to the heart attack zone. I find these workouts are the most efficient way to improve my physical and mental fitness. For some crazy reason I find them really fun.


What is a day in your life like?
It’s hard to say as I’m adapting to a big change in my life. I now own my own business and I’m currently adapting to a new lifestyleĀ that has opened up much more time for me. On a Sweat Camp day, I’m up at 4.30am and out of the house by 5. I unload the weights from the van and teach two classes before 9am. Generally, I will then train myself and the rest of the day is whatever I fancy. I’m enjoying getting into the world of social media, I eat, I nap, I go for walks in nature and I catch up with friends…it’s Whistler so that usuallyĀ entails some kind of outside activity.
Ā 
What do you eat on a typical training day?
Similar to every other day. I’m a low maintenance eater, as long as I have a constant supply of quinoa and veggies then I’m a happy boy. A long endurance workout requires fuel to take with you, so my weapons of choice are Nak’d bars.Ā 

Favourite pre-work out meal and post work-out meal?
I don’t need a pre-workout because i’m eating constantly through the day which helps to keep my energy level consistent. Post workout is definitely a smoothie with banana, avocado, water, vegan protein powder, coconut oil, and nut butter.

Do you practice intermittent fasting? If so, what kind of results have you seen from it?
I have tried it and have seen great results. The way I do it is to eat all my food within a 9-10 hour period and nothing but water for the rest of the day. I prolong when I eat breakfast which I always thought was a big no-no, but it works for me. I find that when I eat this way, I’m more mentally alert in the mornings and my body fat percentage starts to drastically fall.

Who is your inspiration in the plant-based world? (what athletes, docs, influencers, bloggers?)
  • Rich Roll is an incredible plant-based athlete and human being. His story and transformation into a vegasaurous is very inspiring.
  • Leonardo Di Caprio is a hero of mine because for me, eating a plant-based diet was initially due to environmental reasons. Using his fame to raise awareness and influenceĀ governments is a huge step for the planet.
  • Frank Medrano is a vegan athlete who does crazy calisthenicĀ training. The guy is completely jacked and does someĀ offensively impressive things with his body.
  • Documentaries I continuously watch are: Cowspiracy, What the Health, Food Matters, Forks overĀ Knives.
  • There are so many vegans out there who are under the radar, it seems to be growing…even Mike Tyson is a vegonator!Ā 

Name 3 podcasts we should all be listening to:
1) Kelly Brogan on the Joe Rogan experience (health psychiatrist)
2) Rich Roll on theĀ Joe Rogan Experience (vegan transformation and endurance athlete)
3) Dr RhondaĀ Patrick on theĀ Joe Rogan Experience (humbling me in the workings of the human body)


You’ve recently started the Rich Life! So exciting. This is all about ā€˜creating a community through health and fitness that uplifts, brings togetherness and a sense of belonging’.
Tell us more,Ā in a nutshell, about what The Rich Life is!
RICHLIFE is a fitness program for Whistler residents thatĀ combines strength and conditioning classes, yoga and social gatherings to enhance your mountain life. RICHLIFE delivers on-going 4-week Sweat Camps at The Audain Art Museum and Whistler Creek Athletic Club.Ā The fitness classes are three times a week at either 6am, 7.30am, 11am, or 5.30pm from Mon-Fri. It includes free yoga classes, three times a week at the Sundial Hotel. People can sign up on my website www.richlifewhistler.comĀ or on myĀ Facebook page Richlife Whistler.Ā 


Rich’s Pre-Workout Protein Smoothie

Hooked On People Interview: Rich's Smoothie
 
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Prep time
2 mins
Cook time
1 min
Total time
3 mins
 
Rich likes his food simple and nutritious. This is a smoothie to fuel your cells after your HIIT work out to build that lean muscle mass!
Author: Jules
Recipe type: Smoothie, Breakfast, Lunch, Snack
Serves: 1
Ingredients
  • 1 banana
  • 1 avocado
  • 1 scoop vegan protein powder (Iron Vegan, Veg Essentials, Vega)
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • water (amount varies depending on the consistency you like)
Instructions
  1. Peel your banana, and scoop out your avocado
  2. Blend all ingredients on high
  3. Consume!
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The Perfect Smoothie Bowl

June 1, 2017 By julia

The secret to the perfect smoothie bowl?

 

Creativity, nutrient-dense ingredients, experimentation and love.

Simple right?

I make smoothie bowls for breakfast, lunch, even dinner sometimes on those lazy but clean-feelin’ days. What could be easier?

Why eat your smoothieĀ with a spoon???

Smoothies are amazing, but usually they slide down the hatch too fast.

The digestion process for carbohydrates (which include fruits and vegetables) starts in your mouth. The process of chewing creates saliva with the necessary digestive enzyme, amylase toĀ begin the breakdown process of carbohydrates. So, the more you chew your food, the more surface area it creates, and the more easily digested and assimilated your nutrients are. This is why it is extremely important to slow down, chew as much as possible, and breathe between your bites. Good digestion leads to weight loss, efficientĀ nutrient absorption, more energy, less bloating, and the prevention of disease. YAY for all of that.

So, it’s great to create smoothie bowls, rather than downing a smoothie, because this forces you to slow down your consumption, and actually chew your smoothie one spoonful at a time! Plus, it’s even more satisfying to have that spoon to mouth action.

If you just don’t have the time to create and devour a bowl of smoothie goodness, then just take it in a to-go cup and remember to chew it before youĀ gulpĀ it.

Go for it and switch up the ingredients for a variety of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals.

Just stick to these proportions and you’ll have the best bang for your nutrient buck, plus a delish smoothie bowl every time!

Why are smoothies SO AMAZING?

  1. They’re the easiest way to hide a salad-worth of greens on yourself.
  2. They are pretty much a delicious tasting, massive multivitamin.
  3. They still contain the fibre and water from the whole-food ingredients they’re made of.

TIPS:

  1. Pack your blender with as many greens as possible (for the easiest blending, put theseĀ in first, so they are pressed down with the other ingredients).
  2. Use the fruit as a way to mask anyĀ bitterness of the greens.
  3. If you’re on the run and need to make it into a smoothie – just fill the blender up 3/4 of the way with water, pour it into your to-go cup, and add in something like cacao nibs, seeds, buckwheat groats, to chew on. This is a great way to get in the habit of chewing your smoothies.

 

Proportions for a nutrient-dense, tasty smoothie bowl:

  • Packed greens = 3/4 of the blender Ā (spinach, kale, romaine, celery, cucumber)
  • 2 ripe frozen bananas (add a couple moreĀ if you want a soft ice cream consistency, or need more sweetness and calories)
  • 1-2 cups of berries
  • Water or plant-based milk = 1/8 of the blender
  • 1 tbsp of your favourite greens powder (optional)

Use your blender’s tamper while you blend it up to help move things along and become smooth.

OptionalĀ 1 tbsp add-ins to blend:

~ Ginger: immune-booster and antibacterial (about 1 cm thumb fresh, or 1 tsp powder)

~ Turmeric: nature’s best anti-inflammatory (about 1 cm thumb fresh or 1 tsp powder)

~ Molasses: for hair, nails, bones and iron levels (about 1 tbsp)

~ Adaptogenic herbs like maca, astragalus, ashwaganda, shisandra, rhodiola: all of these restore your body by bringing it back to homeostasis/balance after stress (about 1 tbsp)

~ Medicinal mushroom powders:Ā high in antioxidants and healing properties (about 1 – 2 tsp)

~ Spirulina and/or Chlorella:Ā micro algae packed with protein, anti-inflammatory and detoxifying properties (about 1 tsp)

~ Lucuma powder:Ā maple-tasting and packed with minerals and vitamin A (about 1-2 tbsp)

TOP IT OFF

aka

‘make it pretty’:

-Hemp seeds

-Shredded coconut

-Chia seeds

-Pumpkin seeds

-Chopped fruit (banana, pear, persimmon, kiwi, fresh figs….)

-Chopped nuts (brazil nut for selenium is my fave)

-Cacao nibs (for a serotonin and antioxidant-boost)

-Buckwheat groats (for a protein punch and some crunch)

-Rolled oats

–Jules Fuel (my pre-made superfood quinoa breakfast oatmeal)

 

Happy smoothie chewing!

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The biggest skin game-changer for me was going vegan 7 years ago & ditched the dairy especially. 
My skin was NOTICEABLY less inflamed (no more hormones coming from my food). 

I’m not ā€˜use a million products’ kinda gal, but now at 34, I guess it’s time to start giving a little extra attention to the skin care regime šŸ˜† 

🌱 Lifestyle tips + products I’m loving right meow 🌱

#1: nutrition: eat whole plant foods packed with fibre & water content. Minimize the processed foods & sugar. Focus on plant protein from legumes, organic soy, seeds (add a little @Complement Chocolate Protein to your lattes)

#2: support your gut: focus on 🌱 diversity, fermented foods, and add pre-biotics and postbiotics to your life (love @Complement Gut Nurture)

#3: greens: pack your smoothie with as much as possible, top everything with sprouts, add a greens powder to your life (most potent: @complement Daily Greens)

#4: antioxidants! From plants, especially berries. Amp it up with functional mushrooms (hello, @staywyldorganics)

#5: nutrient support: take these 8 skin & hair-supporting essentials (B12, vegan D3, K2, zinc, selenium, magnesium, DHA/EPA omegas, iodine…all in @complement’s daily vegan minty multi) 

#6: creams & things:
I’m a new, huge fan of @puritywoodsinc Dream, Eye,Night Creams, and Elastin Serum. 
Created by vegans at the @art_ofantiaging. 
They use Maple Leaf and other amazing organic plant organic ingredients specifically for skin elasticity and collagen production support. 
And, oh my lawwwrd it smells so fresh & citrusy šŸ‘Œ My skin is feeling noticeably smoother after a month of this!
Also: algae face mask… slap the ocean on the face with @beauty.botanics made by local, Ahnnabelle šŸ’•

#7: stress less & sweat more: every day

ā„ā„ā„ Discounts ā„ā„ā„
Links in bio
Code ā€˜hookedonplants’:
Creams, mask, essentials and mushrooms.

Tell me your skin regime! 
Tips cont. in comments …
3 steps to evolving as a human ā¬‡ļø 1) Listen f 3 steps to evolving as a human ā¬‡ļø

1) Listen for that voice inside your head…
2) When it says ā€˜I don’t think I can do that’ or
ā€˜That freaks me out’ or
ā€˜I’m not (strong/smart/confident) enough to make that happen’ …
That’s your sign to move closer, to jump right in & embrace whatever it is that’s scaring you.
3) Do the thing

Surprise yourself with what you’re actually capable of. 

This is just one of many slices of golden quotes from an interview with my incredible Grandma, Joyce. 

ā€˜Constant learning about one self, constant. 
If only I had only known I could do that, if only I had the confidence, I might have made a few difference choices … we really don’t know until it happens. 
You can surprise yourself. 
You can find abilities you didn’t know you had.ā€˜

Joyce šŸ’• what a gem. 

Working towards this every day, just a little. 

Maybe you are too? 

What’s the last thing you did that pushed you out of your comfort zone?
Back to School Sneaky Greens Adventure Ballz: 

I’ve relied on these ballz for festivals, 5+ hour mountain bike rides, weekend camping trips, to bash afternoon cravings…and they’d be PERFECT for that back to school lunch box. 

 
🌱These babies are packed with nutrients + they keep their shape and travel like heroes!

Makes: 30 balls

INGREDIENTS:
* 20 medjool dates 
* 1/2 cup oats
* 1/4 cup hemp seeds
* 1/4 cup sneaky greens! (@Complement Daily Greens Powder: broccoli sprouts, moringa, spinach, barley grass and chlorella)
* 1/3 cup Chocolate Protein Powder (@Complement makes the cleanest!) 
* 1/8 cup @staywyldorganics Mushroom powder (5 functional mushrooms)
* 1 tsp vanilla 
* 1/2 cup shredded coconut

→ Complement & Stay Wyld discount: use ā€˜Hookedonplants’) 
 Links in bio! 
DIRECTIONS:
1. Process oats to a flour in food processor, then blend in your superfood powders (greens, mushrooms, protein).
2. Add dates and vanilla to the dry mix and pulse/blend for 20 seconds, until a large ball forms
3. Spread coconut shreds on a plate
4. Shape date mixture into small balls with wet hands and drop them onto the plate (a few at a time). Shake the plate so the balls get coated with coconut shreds.
5. Once the balls are all shaped and coated, store them in the fridge  or freezer, and they’re ready to pack + go.

TIP: If they’re not staying together just add 1-2 tsp of water to the mix and shape again.

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