Vegan‌ ‌Protein‌ ‌Bars‌

A quick snack before heading to the gym or a mid-morning snack with a cup of tea, vegan protein bars are ideal. Made with seeds and nuts they are packed with goodness. Even better, the bars have a delicious drizzle of dark chocolate over the top, which adds just the right touch of sweetness.

Nutritional Benefits:
Almonds are rich in healthy fatty acids, low in carbs and packed with protein. They are rich in vitamin E and magnesium.

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon chia seeds
• ½ teaspoon flax seeds
• 5 grams roasted almonds
• 1 teaspoon tahini
• 2.5 grams dates
• 2.5 grams sunflower seeds
• 10 grams dark chocolate
• Salt to taste

Per Serving:

• Nutrition Info
• Amount
• Calories
• 128 kcal
• Carbs
• 8.5 grams
• Protein
• 3.2 grams
• Fats
• 7.6 grams

Method:

• Place the dates into a small bowl and cover with hot water. Set aside for 15 minutes to soak and then drain well.
• Meanwhile, place the chia seeds, flax seeds, almonds, sunflower seeds coconut and salt, in a food processor and process into a flour.
• Add the dates and tahini and process for 2-3 minutes until well combined.
• Line a slice tin with baking paper. Using wet hands, press the mixture evenly into the tin and refrigerate for 45 – 60 minutes or until firm.
• Remove the mixture from the tray and cut into even bars. Using a fork, drizzle the melted chocolate over the bars. Return the bars to the refrigerator to allow the chocolate to set.
• Serve the Vegan Protein Bars or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
• Enjoy!

Over to you:
For anyone who likes to hit the gym after work but can’t make a pre-workout smoothie, go extra with these little protein bars.