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Both of my babies have been sensitive to dairy and soy so I completely avoid them while nursing. That means that when it comes to getting enough protein in my diet I have to get a little creative. One ingredient that I have really been enjoying lately is raw shelled hemp seeds.
Hemp seeds are loaded with protein (3 tablespoons= 10g protein), omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, vitamin E, dietary fiber, and important minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium and zinc.
The rich nutty flavor and tender crunch of hemp seed makes it perfect to sprinkle on a salad, cereal, yogurt, blend into smoothies, or even eat raw.
I especially like to mix it in with oatmeal or make smoothies with it. Here is one of my favorite dairy/soy-free smoothies that I make just about every day:
- 1 banana (fresh or frozen)
- ¼ cup frozen chopped spinach
- 2 T. hemp seeds
- 2 T. almond butter (or any nut-butter)
- 1 tsp. honey
- 1-1/4 cup almond milk (or milk of your choosing)
- Blend it in a blender or in a cup with a hand-blender. Enjoy!
Have you tried hemp seed? How do you like to use it?
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