Hemp milk

When I'm out of milk and haven't got time to soak nuts, seeds or grains for a new batch, hemp milk is usually the one I make. But this is definitely not a compromise. On the contrary, hemp seeds might be little but they are brimming with nutrition.
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Whole Hemp Seeds
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Hulled Hemp Seeds (Hemp Hearts)
Shelled or hulled hemp seeds, also known as 'hemp hearts', are a great source of complete protein, which means that they contain all the essential amino acids. They are also a rich source of both omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids, which promote cardiovascular health, AND they are high in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA).
Just 3 tablespoons of hemp seeds provides:
  • 9.50 g protein (about 21% RDA for a woman & 17% RDA for a man)
  • 210 mg magnesium (about 65% RDA for a woman & 50% RDA for a man)
  • 0.38 mg vitamin B1 (about 35% RDA for a woman & 29% RDA for a man)
  • 495 mg phosphorous (about 71% RDA for men & women)
  • 2.4 mg iron (about 13% RDA for a menstruating woman and 30% for over 50s)
  • 2.97 mg zinc (about 37% RDA for a woman & 27% RDA for a man)
The seeds have a nutty taste to them, a little like sunflower seeds, but creamier.
​In all honesty, I usually use just the seeds/nuts and water for most of my milks. I rarely add extra sweeteners. However, if there is one milk that in my opinion tastes better with a date, it's this one. But you be the judge!
​If you use hemp hearts there's no need to strain this milk. Hemp milk made with whole hemp will need to be strained though.
Recipe:
  • ½ cup raw hemp seeds, hulled (hemp hearts)
  • 2 cups water
  • pinch Himalayan salt (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract powder (optional)
  • 1 Medjool date (optional)


​How to:​
  1. Blend the hemp seeds with 2 cups of pure water in a high-powered blender for 1-2 minutes.
  2. Store in an airtight bottle or jar in the fridge.
Consume within 2-3 days.
Enjoy it as a drink, or over your morning cereal. 
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