Looking for ways to add protein and healthy fats in your diet? Hemp hearts are your best bet.
Hemp hearts are hulled hemp seeds with a soft, chewy center and nutty flavor. 100g of hemp hearts contain approximately 31.56g of protein and 48.75g of healthy fats. The Omega-3 fatty acids found in the seeds are good for your muscles, joints, and immunity.
You can consume the hearts raw, cooked, roasted, or sprinkle them onto desserts or smoothies. Even better, hemp hearts can be included in your keto, paleo, or dairy-free diet.
Must-Try Hemp Hearts Recipes
If you want to eat your hemp hearts differently, here are some of awesome hemp heart recipes you can try out:
1. Hemp Heart Porridge
Want to warm up your taste buds and your day? Try this gluten, grain-free drink in the morning.
Simply add hemp hearts, chia seeds, and flax seeds, and water to your typical porridge flour and mix them on low to medium heat. Stir slowly until the porridge cooks.
You can also spice up your porridge with vanilla, cinnamon, or maple syrup.
2. Almond and Hemp Heart Pancakes
You don’t need any fancy ingredients to make these pancakes. All you need is hemp hearts, melted almond butter, flour, baking powder, almonds, and eggs.
In a large bowl, mix the ingredients together until you get a smooth paste. Heat a lightly oiled frying pan over medium heat and then pour or scoop the batter onto the pan to cook.
Enjoy the sweet flavor and fluffy texture of these pancakes. Breakfast couldn’t be more comforting!
3. Strawberry and Vanilla Protein Pudding
The main ingredients for this pudding recipe are hemp hearts, strawberries, and vanilla, and chia seeds. You can also add coconut milk and maple syrup.
Besides the flavorful taste and appearance, this recipe is endowed with hemp hearts protein, healthy fats, and fiber. So, you shouldn’t feel guilty when you have more than one serving of this dairy-free dessert.
4. Chopped Detox Salad
This healthy recipe includes vegetables, hemp hearts, and sunflower seeds. For a savorier taste, add a citrus and avocado dressing.
The chopped detox salad offers a refreshing, light lunch or dinner and it’s a perfect choice for health-conscious individuals. The salad is also easy to make, saving you time in the kitchen.
5. Apple Pecan and Hemp Granola
If you want a healthy and crunchy snack, look no further than this granola. All you need is apple rings, rolled oats, hemp hearts, cinnamon, and coconut oil.
If you have a sweet tooth, you can sweeten the granola bar with some applesauce and maple syrup.
6. Hemp Heart Latte
Blend hemp hearts, strawberries, vanilla, and chocolate to make this tasty latte. This drink is a great post-workout shake for those on keto, vegan, and paleo diet.
You can add dates, honey, or monk fruit to sweeten the drink.
Why Include Hemp Hearts in Your Diet?
Hemp hearts help reduce the risk of heart disease, boost digestion, stabilize your blood sugar levels, and improve your skin health. They have low allergy potential, and therefore, a good alternative soy and peanuts.
Ensure you incorporate these mouth-watering hemp heart recipes into your diet.
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