Saturday, March 17, 2012

Raw Pumpkin Seed "Milk"


"High in fiber and protein, these seeds are also a rich source of minerals, especially iron, phosphorus, magnesium, manganese, and zinc. Pumpkin seeds are also rich in the amino acids alanine, glycine and glutamic acid.
Pumpkin seeds are a great source of five of the B vitamins. One-quarter cup of roasted seeds contains approximately 11% daily allowance of B-1, 16% daily allowance of B-2, 41% daily allowance of niacin, 4% daily allowance of B-6, and 8% daily allowance of folic acid. That’s a lot for a little seed!
Pumpkin seeds are thought to be beneficial for prostrate health, bones strength, arthritis, and killing intestinal parasites. Pumpkin seeds also contain compounds called phytosterols, which are believed to reduce levels of harmful cholesterol and also improve the body’s immune system." For more, go to:
http://www.smallfootprintfamily.com/ten-affordable-american-superfoods

1 cup soaked raw pumpkin seeds
4-5 cups water
5 dates (or other sweetener)
1 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp sea salt
1 tsp coconut oil

Soak pumpkin seeds overnight in fresh, filtered water.  Drain.  Blend all ingredients. Done. 

Notes: I do not have a high-powered blender, so dates don't do so well. I used agave nectar instead, probably about 1/4 cup.  You can alter the amount of water to desired consistency.  Coconut oil not required, but is a great addition.  Also, you can strain the "milk" through cheesecloth or even a metal strainer, but I think the tiny bits and pieces are good.  This was so good.  I put half into my smoothie and drank the other half before I could snap a photo!  I normally eat 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds daily to get enough iron, so this more than covers my daily needs for today:)

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