Chocolate Mocha Tigernut Smoothie

3/17/2015

Chocolate Mocha Tigernut Smoothie

I've gotten back into running lately and have been relying on protein-packed smoothies and shakes to get me through tough afternoons. Especially since its been so HOT in So Cal lately. What happened to Spring, huh?! Anyway, I need something that'll give me good fats, protein, and plenty of energy and THIS smoothie has it all. Plus CHOCOLATE!
We first tried tiger nuts a few months ago in our VeganCuts Box and then got a bigger bag when we made friends with the gals at the TigerNut Raw Snack booth at Expo West. They made theirs into strawberry milk- which was AMAZING- and inspired us to start sipping on 'em too! Tiger nuts, despite their name, are actually a tuber and are packed with 'energy content', meaning lots of starch, sugar, fat and protein in these wrinkly little guys. Plus they're high in potassium + phosphorous. Perfect for a pre-run snack! But when paired with MRM's creamy, dreamy Chocolate Mocha Veggie Elite Protein Powder, it makes your pre-run snack the best part of your day. MRM is a complete pea and brown rice based protein powder with 24 grams of protein in each 8 ounce serving. It is 100% FREE of GMO's, soy, artificial flavors, colors, sweeteners, and chalkiness. MRM is formulated to helps provide both essential & nonessential amino acids necessary for performance, recovery and repair to support lean tissue and a healthy body weight. And it tastes AMAZING! I loved the nutty, rich flavor of this shake. The touch of mocha just makes it taste decadent- kind of like giving yourself a little treat before you sweat your buns off. It's a delicious pairing. Let's whip out those blenders!

INGREDIENTS
12 oz dairy-free milk
1 banana, frozen OR fresh
1/4 cup tiger nuts (or use what you have on hand)
1-2 scoops MRM Chocolate Mocha Veggie Elite Protein Powder
2 cups ice

optional add-in ideas:
lucuma powder
golden berries
peanut butter
shot of cold brew coffee

DIRECTIONS
Blend it all up in a high speed blender until completely combined. Add more milk as necessary. Makes 1 large smoothie. Enjoy!

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Rachel (LittleChefBigAppetite) link

3/18/2015 01:39:25 am

Yum! I've never tried Tiger nuts but this looks great!

Michelle @ Boards&Knives link

3/18/2015 02:10:43 am

I've never heard of a Tiger Nut - what do they taste like on their own? I'm going to keep an eye out for them now, this smoothie looks scrumptious!

Amber link

3/19/2015 01:53:07 am

They are tubers, so they're a bit chewier than say, an almond or cashew, but they also have this great earthy, sweet flavor- reminiscent of peanuts to me!

Kelly Peters

3/19/2015 02:23:25 pm

Yum, I need to give this a try! Love their protein.

maetiare link

3/23/2015 02:21:28 am

CHUFA - TIGERNUT

The Latin name for the product that Tigernuts Traders mainly deals with is CYPERUS SCULENTUS or CYPERUS ESCULENTUS.

Characteristics

The Tigernut (cyperus sculentus lativum) or 'Chufa' as it is known in Spanish, is not actually a nut, but a small tuber. It was first discovered 4000 years ago and comes in several sizes. Tigernuts have long been recognised for their health benefits, as they are high in fibre, proteins, and natural sugars. The Tigernut is a tuber that has been used for centuries in an important part of Africa. The ancient Egyptians, one of the greatest civilizations of antiquity, already used this food for its magnificent healing and regenerative properties. Evidence of how valuable Tigernuts were for the Egyptians is given by the fact that Tigernuts were found in some sarcophagi, where it is known that the Egyptians were buried with their most valuable possessions. Since those times, or even before, different civilizations have given the Tigernut a fundamental role in a balanced and healthy diet.

Different studies have been conducted in Europe, where Tigernuts arrived with the entry of the Arabs in the Iberian Peninsula to remain and be cultivated in Valencia, guarantee the properties and intrinsic nutrients in this unique tuber, the benefits ranging from prevention of coronary heart disease (reduces bad cholesterol) to the regulation of intestinal function (for its high content of natural fibres).

The Tigernut has a rough, rounded shape and a certain earth-like colour, since it is buried there until it is removed for consumption. The plant has characteristic intense green leafs that can be seen very often in some fields of African countries and in some villages in the coastal Valencia.

Traditional uses
The traditional way of presenting Tigernuts has always been through the Tigernuts milk or horchata, a sweet, delicious and extremely popular drink in the Mediterranean coast.

here a free recipe book of veggie drink:

http://www.chufamix.co.uk/Recipe-Book.php

here horchata's recipe :

http://lacocinademaetiare.blogspot.com.es/2008/07/horchata-de-canelona.html

here a video of the recipe with no sugar (delicious):

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMY8h-5Uc8s

I hope you enjoy

Espero lo disfruteis

un cariñoso saludo Maetiare

Afia

11/21/2016 01:06:41 am

Do I soak the tiger nut before blending or use it raw hard like that.

11/22/2016 08:08:46 am

Tigernuts are actually pretty soft inside do go ahead and toss them in as is. If you feel like they may be a but taxing on your blender, feel free to soak them for a bit first. Enjoy!

Shanasy link

3/10/2017 06:53:40 pm

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