Let’s talk spirulina. 🙂
Spirulina is a blue-green algae that you won’t think twice about eating once you learn how ridiculously good it is for you. It’s been called one of the most nutrient dense foods on the planet; and here’s why. Spirulina is plant-based “complete protein.” One serving contains 16 grams of protein and all of the nine essential amino acids! It’s also loaded with calcium, iron, magnesium, and vitamins A, E, and K.
May Lower Blood Pressure
May Reduce Cholesterol
Increases Energy
Contains Powerful Antioxidants
Anti-Inflammatory
Anti-Cancer Properties
Easy to Digest
Boosts Metabolism
So what to do with the algae. 🙂 Throwing it into a smoothie is always a great option. However, one of our favorite ways to get a daily dose is to make these Spirulina Energy Balls! They are a super easy, on-the-go snack, plus the dates and peanut butter help reduce the “green” taste. We make sure to buy non-irradiated, non-GMO spirulina, like the one from Nuts.com. You can also get all the other ingredients for these spirulina balls on there as well! And if you are pregnant, it’s best to avoid spirulina for the time being. 🙂
Take a look below to see how easy these Spirulina Energy Balls are to make!
- 1/2 cup of pecans
- 3/4 cup of rolled oats
- 2 teaspoons of spirulina
- 1 cup of soft pitted dates
- 2 tablespoons of natural peanut butter
- add the oats, pecans and spirulina to a high speed blender or food processor and process until broken down
- add the dates and peanut butter and process until a sticky dough forms
- roll into balls
- store in the fridge or freezer
You know I was on a huge kick with it for awhile, but then forgot about it! Thanks for the reminder to get this superfood back in my rotation!
You are welcome!
Now those look like bites of power! I love the green hue and that they contain so few ingredients.
Yes super simple!
So much goodness in such a little bite! Beautiful pics too!
Aw thank you!
Ive not added it to myvenergy balls yet. What a great idea!
It’s a great extra superfood to add!