Nutrient-Rich Protein Balls (Real Food, High Fiber)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups dates

  • 1 cup boiling water (for soaking)

  • 2 tbsp Zen Basil Seeds (6g protein, 15g fiber)

  • 3 handfuls almonds

  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp vanilla paste

  • Optional: 1–2 tbsp maple syrup

Toppings (optional)

  • Coconut flakes

  • Sesame seeds

  • Almond flakes

  • Crumbled pistachios

Instructions

  1. Soak the dates in boiling water for 10–15 minutes until soft.

  2. Blend soaked dates until smooth.

  3. Add Zen Basil Seeds, almonds, cocoa powder, salt, vanilla, and maple syrup (if using).

  4. Blend in food processor until a thick, sticky dough forms.

  5. Roll into bite-sized balls.

  6. Coat with toppings of choice.

  7. Chill before serving for best texture.

Nutrition (Entire Batch)

  • Protein: ~28–32g

  • Fiber: ~38–42g

This recipe delivers a powerful combination of plant-based protein, high fiber, and healthy fats using whole, minimally processed ingredients your body can actually absorb.

Why This Matters

Most protein snacks on the market are made with inexpensive, highly processed ingredients designed for shelf life and margins, not bioavailability.

This recipe is different. It’s built from real food sources that support digestion, satiety, and sustained energy.

You won’t find many products like this on shelves, because it’s simply too expensive to produce at scale.

Make your own. Keep it simple. Eat real.

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