Millet Laddus with Flax, Chia & Hemp Seeds - Therapeutic Thursday Recipe
*Jump to full recipe card here.Millet Laddus (Energy Balls) with Flax, Chia and Hemp Seeds laddus (energy balls) are deliciously rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Light breakfast eaters or skippers can enjoy them with a cup of tea or coffee in the morning to start the day with an energy boost. Flax, chia, and hemp seeds are very nutritious plant-based sources of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and fiber to promote heart health and weight loss and aid in digestion. They are also full of antioxidants that can help reduce the risk of cancer.
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This recipe is rated as a Green Dot | Health Promoting in our food rating system (Food Coach) due to the following therapeutic health benefits:
- Moderate in calories (only 120 calories per serving): Helps manage healthy weight
- Healthy balance of total fat, saturated fat, and salt: Heart-healthy
- Excellent source of Omega 3 fatty acids (Heart Healthy)
- No trans-fat: Heart-Healthy
- No added sugar: Heart healthy, helps manage weight and blood sugars (diabetic friendly)
- A healthy balance of protein, carbohydrates, fat, and dietary fibre; promotes overall health and wellness
- No food additives, artificial colours, or flavours (May prevent cancer and heart disease and promote overall health and wellness)
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Ingredients:
- 2 cups Millet flour, organic
- 250 gms Super Seed Trio
- 1 Ghee, clarified
- 20 ea Dates, pitted
- 1 Tbsp Fenugreek seeds, whole Methi, organic
Preparation:
Dry roast Methi (Fenugreek) seeds. Cool down. Grind it in a coffee grinder. Grind super seed trio mix in a blender. Keep it aside. Roast the millet flour with 1 Tbsp ghee on medium heat. Add the mixture to the millet flour and roast for 5 more minutes. Add Methi seeds powder. Mix well. Make gur (Jagri ) syrup with 2 cups of water. It will take about 15 minutes to boil. Cool it down. Make laddus (balls) by adding syrup little by little to the flour mix. Enjoy and eat with intention, responsibility and confidence!
Recipe Profile: Whole food plant-based, Vegetarian, Vegan, Heart healthy, Antioxidant, Diabetic friendly, Weight loss.
Disclaimer! Please note that this page is not medical advice. It offers only general guidance for a healthy and balanced diet. This food does not guarantee an adequate or safe intake level for any individual. Please consult your healthcare provider and explore our Medical Nutrition Therapy services for a meal plan tailored to your needs.