My Favorite Pickle Dip (Rich, Fiber-Packed & Protein-Boosted)
A creamy, craveable pickle dip built on real food—supporting the five pillars of metabolic health: fiber, protein, micronutrients, probiotics, and anti-inflammatory fats.
Base
• ¼ cup Zen Basil Seeds
• 1 cup water
Mix and set 5 minutes until gelled.
Creamy + Protein
• 1 cup yogurt
• 1 pack goat cheese
• ½ cup cream cheese
Flavor
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp pepper
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried onion
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tsp mustard
Mix well, taste, and adjust—I usually double the spices, increasing gradually.
Add-ins
• 1 package dill pickles, chopped
• 1 bunch fresh basil, chopped
• 1 bunch fresh dill, chopped
• Green onions, chopped
• 3 cheese slices, diced
• 1 package bacon or protein of choice, cooked & chopped
Mix again and fine-tune seasoning or ketchup to balance flavors.
Serve
With your favorite anti-inflammatory chips.
Why it works:
High fiber from basil seeds, protein from dairy/protein add-ins, live probiotics from yogurt/goat cheese, plus key micronutrients—all in one crowd-pleasing dip. Perfect for game day, zero food coma.
Zen Basil Warm Hydrating Spiced Soup
A Simple Food Intelligence Bowl
This isn’t a traditional soup — it’s a functional, whole-food infusion built around warmth, spices, and real ingredients that work together, not in isolation.
Ingredients
1 scoop of our Biohack Protein (Whole-food protein (4-seeds blend, not isolated protein powder)
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon turmeric
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon yogurt, cheese, or sour cream of choice
Lemon slices (optional)
Fresh basil (for garnish)
1½–2 cups hot water
Instructions
In a cup or bowl, add all ingredients except the lemon juice and yogurt/cheese.
Pour in 1½–2 cups hot water.
Less water = thicker
More water = lighter, more brothy
Mix well and let sit for 5 minutes.
Stir in the yogurt or cheese.
Finish with lemon juice and garnish with fresh basil.
Enjoy warm.
Why This Is Food Intelligence
This soup relies on whole foods + spices, not extracts or powders.
Zen Basil seeds bring complete fiber, minerals, polyphenols, antioxidants, and omega-3s in one ingredient.
Spices like cumin, turmeric, paprika, and pepper have been used for centuries to support digestion and nutrient utilization.
Yogurt or cheese adds natural fats and fermentation — helping carry fat-soluble compounds without disrupting digestion.
Lemon and fresh basil brighten flavor while supporting enzymatic balance.
Nothing isolated.
Nothing artificial.
Nothing stripped of its intelligence.
The Takeaway
This is what nourishment looks like when you stop chasing labels and start respecting how food actually works.
Warm.
Simple.
Complete.
That’s Food Intelligence in a bowl.
Chewy Date Cookies
Date Cookies
✅ Vegan
✅ Gluten Free
✅ Naturally sweetened
Ingredients
1½ cups almonds
6 dates, soaked (about 10 minutes, then drained)
½ cup dark chocolate (chips or chopped)
Pinch of salt
2 tbsp Zen Basil Seeds
Instructions
Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Soak dates in warm water for ~10 minutes, then drain well.
Make the Dough
Add almonds + Zen Basil Seeds to a food processor.
Blend until a coarse, crunchy flour forms.
Add soaked dates and a pinch of salt.
Process until the mixture comes together into a sticky dough.
Shape
Scoop and form into small cookies.
Place on the prepared baking sheet and gently flatten.
Chocolate Finish
Melt dark chocolate.
Spoon or spread chocolate over half of each cookie.
Sprinkle a little sea salt on the chocolate side.
Bake
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until just set (don’t overbake).
Cool
Let cool slightly so the cookies firm up before eating.
Notes / Tips
These are soft, chewy cookies, not crispy.
Store in the fridge if you like them extra firm.
You can drizzle chocolate instead of spreading for a cleaner look for content.
Tiramisu Pudding
Ingredients:
2 cups yogurt
1/4 cup cacao powder
1 cup basil seeds
1/4 cup honey
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup brewed coffee (cooled)
1 cup almond milk
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Soak the basil seeds
Add 1 cup basil seeds to almond milk (and/or part of the coffee if you like it stronger).
Let soak 15–20 minutes until fully bloomed and gel-like.
Mix the pudding base
In a bowl, whisk yogurt, cacao powder, honey, vanilla, brewed coffee, and salt until smooth.
Combine
Fold the soaked basil seeds into the chocolate-coffee yogurt mixture.
Chill
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight is best) to thicken and develop flavor.
Tiramisu Yogurt Frosting
Ingredients:
1 cup yogurt
1 tsp cacao powder
1 Tbsp brewed coffee
1 tsp vanilla extract
4 Tbsp honey
Instructions
Whisk all ingredients until smooth and creamy.
Chill 15–30 minutes for a thicker, frosting-like consistency.
How to Serve
Spoon pudding into jars or cups
Add frosting on top
Optional finish: dust with cacao powder, shaved dark chocolate, or a drizzle of honey
Cottage Cheese Basil Seed Protein Bites
Ingredients:
2 cups cottage cheese
• 3 tablespoons basil seeds
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
Optional add-ins
• 2–3 tablespoons shredded cheddar or mozzarella (for extra cheesiness)
• Olive oil spray (for crispier edges)
Instructions
1. Blend the batter
Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and well combined.
2. Preheat
• Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
• Air Fryer: Preheat to 375°F (190°C) if your model requires it.
3. Scoop & shape
Scoop the mixture into golf-ball–sized portions and place on the lined tray or air-fryer basket. Lightly roll if needed.
4. Bake or air fry
• Oven: Bake at 375°F for 15–18 minutes, until set and lightly golden.
• Air Fryer: Cook at 375°F for 8–10 minutes, until puffed and lightly crisp.
Tip: For extra crispy edges, lightly spray the tops with olive oil before cooking.
5. Cool slightly & serve
Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
How I Served Them (Sandwich Style)
I served these protein bites in a sandwich with:
• 1 can sardines
• Fresh lemon juice
• Salt & pepper
• An extra 2 tablespoons basil seeds
1 tbs olive oil
Simple, satisfying, and deeply nourishing—no powders, no fillers, just real food doing what it’s meant to do.
Storage Tips
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Wild Blueberry Zen Basil Smoothie
Ingredients:
1½ cups ice
2 tablespoons Zen Basil seeds
1 cup wild blueberries
1 cup water or milk of choice
Sweetener (optional): allulose
Dash of mineral salt
4 oz goat cheese (optional, creamy whole-food addition)
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a blender.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Enjoy immediately.
Why This Is Food Intelligence
I don’t choose isolated nutrients—like protein powders or extracted fibers—because food doesn’t function in isolation.
When nutrients are stripped, concentrated, and recombined, they lose:
Their cofactors
Their synergy
Their biological intelligence
Whole foods arrive complete.
Zen Basil Seeds Deliver (in one seed):
Complete protein and fiber (soluble + insoluble)
Calcium, potassium, magnesium, manganese, and iron
Polyphenols, flavonoids, and antioxidants
Omega-3s that convert more efficiently than chia seeds (based on peer‑reviewed research)
Wild Blueberries
Contribute powerful polyphenols and anthocyanins that support metabolic and cellular resilience.
Goat Cheese
A protein tactic—it’s simply a real food that brings protein, fats, minerals, and amino acids together the way nature intended.
The Takeaway
This smoothie isn’t about numbers on a label.
It’s about respecting how the body processes food.
❌ No powders
❌ No isolated nutrients
❌ No complicated marketing strategy
✅ Just Food Intelligence—whole foods working together, naturally.
🍪 No-Flour Oat & Nut Basil Seed Breakfast Cookies
Ingredients:
2 cups nuts, chopped small
(pecans, cashews, walnuts, or a mix)
2 cups rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
1 cup chocolate chips or raisins
7 oz can sweetened condensed coconut milk
1/3 cup creamy nut butter
(almond butter, peanut butter, etc.)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup Zen Basil Seeds
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix all ingredients until fully combined.
Scoop about ¼ cup of batter per cookie onto the baking sheet.
Press firmly to shape (these don’t spread).
Bake for 15–17 minutes, until just golden.
Let cool for a few minutes, then enjoy!
Plant-Powered Zen Plate with Purple Cauliflower
Ingredients:
Zen Basil Sauce (Base)
2 tablespoons Zen Basil Seeds
½ cup plain yogurt (dairy or clean dairy-free alternative)
¼ cup water
1 small clove garlic, finely chopped
½ teaspoon mineral salt
Juice and zest of ½ lemon
Toppings
Roasted purple cauliflower (prepared in advance or leftovers)
Handful of walnuts
2 oz goat cheese, crumbled
½ cup pomegranate arils
Optional: drizzle of olive oil or balsamic vinegar
Instructions
In a bowl, combine Zen Basil Seeds, yogurt, water, garlic, salt, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
Stir well and let hydrate for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Spread the Zen Basil Sauce evenly on a serving plate as the base.
Layer roasted purple cauliflower on top of the sauce.
Add walnuts, goat cheese, and pomegranate arils evenly over the plate.
Finish with an optional drizzle of olive oil or balsamic vinegar.
Serve immediately.
Time Required
5 minutes (when using pre-roasted vegetables or leftovers)
Nutritional Highlights (Approximate)
Dietary Fiber: 24–26 g
Protein: 30–32 g
Why This Plate Works
This plate delivers all five pillars of metabolic health in one balanced meal:
Fiber
Protein
Micronutrients
Probiotics
Omega-3s
No meat.
No powders.
No shortcuts.
Just real food, thoughtfully combined—exactly as nature intended.
Protein Tahini Salad Dressing
Recipe:
🥬 Salad Ingredients
200 g white cabbage, finely diced
4 small baby cucumbers, seeds removed & finely diced
2 celery sticks, finely diced
2 spring onions, finely diced
50 g fresh coriander (cilantro), finely chopped
50 g walnuts, roughly chopped
2 scoops Zen Basil Biohack Protein
2 tbsp Zen Basil Seeds
🍋 Zen Basil Protein Tahini Dressing
45 ml (3 tbsp) extra virgin olive oil
90 ml (6 tbsp) tahini
75 ml (5 tbsp) freshly squeezed lemon juice
45 ml (3 tbsp) cold water (more as needed)
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1½ tbsp honey
1 tsp freshly grated garlic
1 tsp sea salt flakes
1 tsp dried mint
🥄 Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Dressing
In a bowl or jar, whisk together:
Tahini, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, salt, and dried mint.
Slowly whisk in the olive oil.
Add the cold water a little at a time until the dressing is smooth, creamy, and pourable.
👉 Tahini thickens quickly—add extra water as needed.
2️⃣ Prepare the Salad
Add to a large bowl:
Cabbage
Cucumbers
Celery
Spring onions
Coriander
Walnuts
Toss to combine.
3️⃣ Add the Protein + Fiber Boost
Sprinkle in 2 scoops Zen Basil Biohack Protein
Drizzle with about half of the dressing
Toss well until evenly coated
Then add:
2 tbsp Zen Basil Seeds
Mix again.
4️⃣ Finish & Serve
Let the salad sit for 5–10 minutes so the basil seeds bloom slightly and the flavors meld.
Taste and add more dressing if needed before serving.
Spicy High-Protein Egg Salad (with Zen Basil Seeds)
Perfect for: a quick lunch, post-workout meal, or high-fiber snack
Highlights: high protein • high fiber • low calorie • no mayo
Ingredients
4 boiled eggs, chopped
¾ cup diced veggies (celery, carrots, green onion & cucumber)
1–2 slices jalapeño, finely chopped
⅓ cup Greek yogurt
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp Sriracha
2 tbsp Zen Basil Seeds
Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
Boil & chop the eggs, then add to a mixing bowl.
Stir in diced veggies, jalapeño, and Zen Basil Seeds.
In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, Dijon, Sriracha, salt, and pepper.
Combine everything and toss gently until evenly coated.
Serve on toast, in lettuce wraps, or over greens for a spicy, fiber-packed boost!
💡 Tip: Add a pinch of chili flakes or smoked paprika for extra heat.
Invisible Apple Cake
Ingredients:
🍏 Apples
• 2 lbs Honeycrisp apples (about 5 large), sliced paper thin
🥣 Wet Ingredients
• 3 large eggs
• ¼ cup olive oil (extra-virgin)
• ½ cup coconut milk (unsweetened)
• 1 heaping tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup allulose (or organic coconut sugar if preferred)
🌾 Dry Ingredients
• 4 scoops (≈2 servings) Zen Basil Biohack Protein
• ¾ cup almond flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• Pinch sea salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp pumpkin spice blend
👩🏻🍳 Instructions
1. Prep the Apples:
Wash and slice your apples paper-thin using a mandoline or sharp knife. Set aside in a large bowl.
2. Make the Wet Batter:
In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, olive oil, coconut milk, and vanilla.
Gradually add the allulose while whisking until the mixture becomes pale and frothy.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients:
In another bowl, combine Biohack Protein, almond flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice.
4. Combine & Soak:
Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry and whisk until smooth and creamy.
Add sliced apples into the batter, folding gently until each slice is evenly coated. Let sit a few minutes to soak.
5. Assemble the Cake:
Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
Layer the apples and batter into the pan, pressing down lightly after each layer.
Pour any remaining batter on top and smooth out the surface.
6. Bake:
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50–55 minutes, until golden and set in the center.
7. Cool & Chill:
Let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing.
Serve cold or at room temperature for a delicate, custard-like texture.
✨ Tips
• Use a mix of apple varieties for depth of flavor.
• Pairs beautifully with a dollop of clean yogurt or coconut cream.
• Keeps up to 4 days refrigerated.
From 2 servings of Biohack Protein (142g):
• Protein: 34g
• Fiber: 40g
• Omegas (Total): 36g
• Omega-3: 19,240mg
• Omega-6: 16,820mg
• Iron: 14mg (78% DV)
• Magnesium: 500mg (125% DV)
• Potassium: 1,060mg
• Calcium: 78mg
Zen Basil Beetroot Refresher
Ingredients:
Juice of ½ lemon
1 cup fruit juiced (lemon, grapefruit, beetroot)
1 cup water
2 tablespoons Zen Basil Seeds
Dash of salt
Natural sweetener of choice (optional)
Instructions:
Squeeze the juice of half a lemon into a tall glass.
Add 1 cup juice from fruit of choice, a dash of salt, and 2 tablespoons Zen Basil Seeds.
Pour in 1 cup water and stir well.
Let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes until the seeds swell and form a gel-like texture.
Taste and add a natural sweetener if desired (honey, maple syrup, or monk fruit work well).
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Zen Basil Fig Bars
Ingredients:
1 cup Zen Basil Bio Protein
12 Medjool dates, pitted
¼ cup almond butter (add olive oil if not creamy)
1 tsp cinnamon
½ cup blueberries
6 fresh figs, sliced
¼ cup coconut flakes
½ cup walnuts, chopped
½ cup dark chocolate, melted
2 tbsp honey (or drizzle to taste)
Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
Prepare the base
Line a tray with parchment paper. Lay the pitted dates flat in a single layer.Mix the seed layer
In a bowl, mix Zen Basil Bio Protein with almond butter. If the almond butter is too thick, add a little olive oil to smooth it out. Stir in cinnamon and a pinch of sea salt.Layer it on
Spread the Bio Protein–almond butter mixture evenly over the date layer.Fruit & crunch
Add a layer of blueberries, followed by sliced figs. Sprinkle coconut flakes and chopped walnuts on top.Drizzle & sweeten
Pour the melted dark chocolate over everything, then drizzle honey for natural sweetness.Finish
Lightly sprinkle with extra sea salt.Set & serve
Freeze until firm. Cut into squares or bars and enjoy straight from the freezer!
Zen Date Squares with Pistachio Crunch
Ingredients:
• 1 cup Zen Basil Bio Protein
• 12 Medjool dates, pitted
• 12 fresh strawberries, sliced
• ½ cup dark chocolate, melted
• ½ cup white chocolate, melted
• ¼ cup almond butter
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• Generous handful of pistachios, chopped
• Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
1. Prepare the base: Line a tray with parchment paper. Lay the pitted dates flat in a single layer.
2. Add fruit: Arrange sliced strawberries over the dates.
3. Mix the seed layer: In a bowl, combine Zen Basil Bio Protein, almond butter, olive oil, cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt. Mix until smooth.
4. Layer it on: Spread the seed mixture evenly over the strawberries.
5. Top & drizzle: Sprinkle with chopped pistachios, drizzle melted dark chocolate, then swirl in melted white chocolate for a marble effect.
6. Finish: Add extra strawberry slices and more crushed pistachios on top. Lightly sprinkle with sea salt.
7. Set & serve: Chill until firm, cut into squares, and enjoy!
Fresh Fruit Cake with Caramel Date Topping
Ingredients:
Base
• 1 cup Zen Basil Bio Protein
• ¼ cup butter or coconut oil (melted)
• Dash of mineral salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp cardamom
Caramel Topping
• 12 Medjool dates (pitted)
• 1 cup hot water
Fruit Layer
• 2 bananas, sliced
• 1 peach, sliced
• 1 pear, sliced
• 1 mango, sliced
• Almond slices (for edges)
• Honey or maple syrup, for drizzling
Instructions
1. Prepare the Base
• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a bowl, mix Zen Basil Bio Protein, melted butter (or coconut oil), salt, cinnamon, and cardamom.
• Press the mixture firmly into a pie dish.
• Bake for 8 minutes until lightly set.
2. Make the Caramel
• Soak dates in hot water for 10 minutes.
• Blend until smooth to create a thick caramel sauce.
• Spread caramel evenly over the baked base.
3. Add Fresh Fruit
• Arrange sliced bananas, peaches, pears, and mango over the caramel layer.
• Sprinkle almond slices around the edges.
4. Finish & Toast
• Drizzle lightly with honey or maple syrup.
• Place under the broiler for 5–7 minutes, until fruit edges are golden and toasty.
5. Serve
• Slice warm or chilled.
• Optional: extra drizzle of honey before serving.
This cake is naturally sweetened with dates, nutrient-dense from Zen Basil Bio Protein, and full of fresh seasonal fruit. A high-fiber, high-protein dessert that feels indulgent but nourishes at the cellular level
Zen Basil Protein Broccoli Bread
Ingredients:
• 1 cup Bio Protein
• 1 (32 oz) bag broccoli, chopped
• 1 cup (or more) Parmigiano Reggiano, freshly grated
• Sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder (to taste)
Instructions
1. Wash broccoli and boil in salted water until soft.
2. Drain completely (very important).
3. Mash and mix in Bio Protein until evenly combined.
4. Spread mixture thinly over parchment paper using the back of a fork (like making crackers).
5. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
6. Sprinkle generously with Parmigiano Reggiano.
7. Bake at 350°F for 20–30 minutes, checking until golden brown and crispy.
Zen Basil Seed Blueberry Banana Bread
Ingredients:
1/4 cup Zen Basil Seeds (soaked in 1/2 cup warm water for 10 min)
3 ripe bananas (mashed)
1 cup fresh blueberries (tossed lightly in almond flour to prevent sinking)
2 cups almond flour
1/4 – 1/3 cup butter (melted, cooled slightly)
1/4 cup maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Mash bananas: In a large bowl, mash bananas until smooth. Stir in melted butter and maple syrup.
Dry mix: In another bowl, whisk together almond flour, Zen Basil Seeds, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
Combine: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined (do not overmix).
Add berries: Toss blueberries lightly in almond flour, then fold them into the batter.
Bake: Pour the batter into a greased or lined loaf pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool & serve: Let the bread cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
Strawberry Zen Basil Seed Cheesecake Bars
Ingredients:
2 ½ cups plain Greek yogurt
1 cup whipped cream cheese
2 Tbsp Zen Basil seeds
1 pint strawberries (about 1 ½ cups), chopped
Juice of 1 lemon
2 Tbsp honey (plus extra for drizzle)
¼ cup graham crackers, crushed
Instructions
Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cream cheese, Zen Basil seeds, lemon juice, and honey. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Gently fold in the strawberries.
Spread the mixture evenly onto the lined pan.
Sprinkle crushed graham crackers on top.
Freeze for at least 4 hours.
Cut into 12 bars, refreeze, and enjoy!
Chocolate Raspberry Bark with Zen Basil Biohack Protein
Ingredients:
• 1 cup fresh raspberries
• 1 ½ cups white chocolate chips (melted)
• 1 cup dark chocolate chips (melted, for drizzling)
• ¼ cup white chocolate chips (for topping)
• 2–3 scoops Zen Basil Biohack Protein
Instructions:
1. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. Spread raspberries evenly across the bottom for your first layer.
3. Melt white chocolate until smooth and pour it over the raspberries.
4. Sprinkle 2 scoops of Zen Basil Biohack Protein on top of the white chocolate layer.
5. Drizzle melted dark chocolate across the top.
6. Add extra white chocolate chips for crunch.
7. Sprinkle another scoop of Biohack Protein for added nutrients + texture.
8. Finish with one last drizzle of melted dark chocolate.
9. Place in the freezer for 20 minutes until firm.
Break into bark pieces & enjoy!
Zen Basil Raspberry Jam & Cream Parfait
Ingredients:
Jam Layer
• 1 basket fresh seasonal raspberries
• 2 tbsp Zen Basil seeds
• 1–2 tbsp maple syrup (to taste)
• Dash of sea salt
• ½ tsp lemon juice
Directions
1. Use the back of a fork to lightly smash the raspberries.
2. Stir in Zen Basil seeds, maple syrup, lemon juice, and sea salt.
3. Let sit for a few minutes until the seeds swell into a thick, jammy texture.
Serve over toast, yogurt, parfaits — endless possibilities.
Cream Layer
• ½ cup yogurt (your choice — dairy or clean vegan)
• 1 tsp–1 tbsp honey (to taste)
• Pinch of sea salt
Directions
1. Mix yogurt, honey, and sea salt until smooth and creamy.
2. Layer this sweet cream under your Zen Basil raspberry jam.
3. Top with your favorite nuts, granola, and a few white chocolate pieces for a high-fiber, high-protein, high-nutrient treat.