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Thai Zest Energy Bites

This recipe is a healthy, vegan-friendly Thai snack made with almonds, coconut, dates, chia seeds, and cilantro.

πŸ•’ Prep: 25 minutes - Cook: 0 minutes - Total: 25 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4 (8 energy bites)
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Thai

Allergens

Nuts, Coconut

Ingredients

  • 1 cup almonds, chopped
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut, unsweetened
  • 1/2 cup pitted Medjool dates
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, combine almonds, shredded coconut, dates, chia seeds, and ground flaxseed. Process until the mixture comes together in a sticky dough.
  2. Add ginger, lime zest, sea salt, and cilantro to the processed mix. Pulse gently until evenly distributed.
  3. Roll the dough into 1 inch balls and place them on a parchment lined tray. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Chef’s Insight

These energy bites make a perfect pre-workout snack, fueling your body with wholesome ingredients for an invigorating workout session.

Notes

These energy bites are a source of healthy fats and plant-based protein, making them perfect for vegan diets.

Cultural or Historical Background

Thai cuisine is known for its balance of flavors and healthy ingredients; these energy bites are an embodiment of that philosophy.