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Tart lemon, nutty walnuts and sesame seeds, rich coconut and smooth, sweet dates come together to make these delightfully refreshing treats. | Tart lemon, nutty walnuts and sesame seeds, rich coconut and smooth, sweet dates come together to make these delightfully refreshing treats. | ||
| − | * | + | * From "Healthy Recipes For Diabetic Friends Y-Group"<ref>"Healthy Recipes For Diabetic Friends Y-Group" http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/Healthy_Recipes_For_Diabetic_Friends</ref> |
* Source: www.wholefoodsmarket.com | * Source: www.wholefoodsmarket.com | ||
* Makes about 18 | * Makes about 18 | ||
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* ½ cup unsweetened dried [[coconut]] flakes | * ½ cup unsweetened dried [[coconut]] flakes | ||
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# Place dates, lemon juice and zest, walnuts and sesame seeds in a food processor. | # Place dates, lemon juice and zest, walnuts and sesame seeds in a food processor. | ||
# Pulse and blend until completely mixed. | # Pulse and blend until completely mixed. | ||
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* 140 Calories (100 from Fat) | 11g Total Fat | 2.5g Saturated Fat | 4g Protein | 10g Total Carbs | 3g Dietary Fiber | 7g Sugar | 0mg Cholesterol | 5mg Sodium | * 140 Calories (100 from Fat) | 11g Total Fat | 2.5g Saturated Fat | 4g Protein | 10g Total Carbs | 3g Dietary Fiber | 7g Sugar | 0mg Cholesterol | 5mg Sodium | ||
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| + | [[Category:Diabetic-Friendly Recipes]] | ||
[[Category:Dairy-free Recipes]] | [[Category:Dairy-free Recipes]] | ||
[[Category:Gluten-free Recipes]] | [[Category:Gluten-free Recipes]] | ||
[[Category:Lactose-free Recipes]] | [[Category:Lactose-free Recipes]] | ||
| − | [[Category:Vegan | + | [[Category:Vegan Recipes]] |
| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category:Appetizer Recipes]] |
[[Category:Dates Recipes]] | [[Category:Dates Recipes]] | ||
[[Category:Lemon juice Recipes]] | [[Category:Lemon juice Recipes]] | ||
Latest revision as of 16:45, 16 July 2012
Description
Tart lemon, nutty walnuts and sesame seeds, rich coconut and smooth, sweet dates come together to make these delightfully refreshing treats.
- From "Healthy Recipes For Diabetic Friends Y-Group"[1]
- Source: www.wholefoodsmarket.com
- Makes about 18
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped pitted dates
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 2 tsp freshly grated lemon zest
- 1 cup raw walnuts
- 1 cup sesame seeds
- ½ cup unsweetened dried coconut flakes
Procedures
- Place dates, lemon juice and zest, walnuts and sesame seeds in a food processor.
- Pulse and blend until completely mixed.
- The mixture will be slightly sticky.
- With dampened hands, roll tablespoons of the mixture into balls.
- Roll in coconut and chill until ready to serve.
Nutritional information
Per Serving (1 lemon treat / 31g-wt.):
- 140 Calories (100 from Fat) | 11g Total Fat | 2.5g Saturated Fat | 4g Protein | 10g Total Carbs | 3g Dietary Fiber | 7g Sugar | 0mg Cholesterol | 5mg Sodium
References
- ↑ "Healthy Recipes For Diabetic Friends Y-Group" http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/Healthy_Recipes_For_Diabetic_Friends
