Saturday, March 19, 2011

Lemon Treats - Raw & Vegan, Gluten Free


Lemon Treats
Makes about 18
Tart lemon, nutty walnuts and sesame seeds, rich coconut and smooth, sweet dates come together to make these delightfully tangy treats.

Ingredients
1 cup chopped pitted dates
1 cup raw walnuts
1 cup sesame seeds
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest
1/2 cup unsweetened dried coconut flakes

Method
Place dates, walnuts, sesame seeds, lemon juice and zest 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.

Nutrition
Per serving (1 lemon treat/31g-wt.): 140 calories (100 from fat), 11g total fat, 2.5g saturated fat, 4g protein, 10g total carbohydrate (3g dietary fiber, 7g sugar), 0mg cholesterol, 5mg sodium

http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/recipes/846

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