We at Dherbs are in love with almonds. They help to power us through our cleanses while also providing us with a ton of nutrients. We post a lot of recipes that contain almonds, in case you haven’t visited our recipe section. It’s okay, if you didn’t…it’s not like we worked hard on it or anything ;) Not only are almonds a fantastic heart-healthy food, but they are also great for keeping cravings at bay, which helps you control your portions.
Fun Fact: Almonds are extremely rich in vitamin E, which is why almond oil is used in many skincare products. They are also more nutrient dense than any other nut!
Nutrients in Almonds
- Magnesium
- Vitamin E
- Phosphorus
- Iron
- Zinc
- Selenium
- Copper
- Niacin
- Calcium
Making The Switch To Almond Milk
Within recent years, more and more people are ditching traditional cow’s milk and opting for non-dairy milk alternatives. Almond milk happens to be one of the most popular non-dairy options, and people can easily make it by simply blending almonds with water and straining the liquid through a cheesecloth. Click here to learn how to make almond milk. While there are reputable almond milk varieties, most commercial brands add preservatives, sweeteners, and flavors for a more appetizing taste. That being said, almond milk that is free of those ingredients is naturally rich in healthy fats, protein, magnesium, vitamin E, and contains a lot fewer calories and carbs than cow’s milk. Finally, the production of almond milk is much better for the environment.
To help celebrate National Almond Day, we have five recipes that feature the almighty almond. Get in the kitchen and let us know how you like the following recipes.
Banana Almond Overnight Oats
Don’t have time to make breakfast during your busy mornings? You can have an easy grab-and-go breakfast by making this the night before.
Click here to make the recipe.
Skinny Chocolate Shake That’s Raw
Get ready to satisfy your chocolate milkshake craving! This shake is nutrient-dense, so you can enjoy dessert for breakfast without feeling guilty.
Click here to make the recipe.
Mixed Green Salad With An Almond Butter Dressing
High in protein, iron, folate, and healthy fats, this kale salad with an almond butter dressing is so good you’ll be licking the bowl.
Click here to make the recipe.
Raw Carrot Pasta With A Ginger Lime Almond Sauce
Made with a mixture of zucchini, carrot, & cucumber noodles, this pad Thai salad bursts with flavor in every bite. The dressing is like wow…probably because it has raw almond butter in it!
Click here to make the recipe.
Super Easy Vegan Almond Butter Fudge
This is not your grandma’s fudge, but you might start replacing it with this recipe once you taste it! It makes for a great gift, but you can also keep it all to yourself and indulge in it every now and again.
Click here to make the recipe.
Vincent Stevens is the senior content writer at Dherbs. As a fitness and health and wellness enthusiast, he enjoys covering a variety of topics, including the latest health, fitness, beauty, and lifestyle trends. His goal is to inform people of different ways they can improve their overall health, which aligns with Dherbs’ core values. He received his bachelor’s degree in creative writing from the University of Redlands, graduating summa cum laude. He lives in Los Angeles, CA.
