Author Notes: I am calling this a pudding because I’m not sure what else to call it, but it’s nothing like a traditional lemon pudding. It’s got an almond base, so it’s high in protein, nutrients and fiber, the coconut oil adds a little healthy fat, the chia seeds thicken it a bit, and the raisins and maple syrup sweeten it up. Because the rest of the ingredients have very subtle flavors, I like how the taste of the lemon really shines through here. This recipe is adapted from a book called Ani’s Raw Food Kitchen: Easy, Delectable Living Foods Recipes. —WinnieAb
Serves: 4
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons organic chia seeds
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1 1/2 cups filtered water
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2 cups almonds
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1/2 cup golden raisins
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2 tablespoons organic coconut oil
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3-4 tablespoons pure maple syrup
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1 whole Meyer lemon, cut in half (you don’t have to remove the seeds)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract- optional
Directions
- Soak chia seeds in water for 10 minutes, then process them together with the rest of the ingredients in a high speed blender or food processor until fairly smooth. Leftovers will keep for several days in the refrigerator.