Cleanse-Friendly Protein Balls

Being prepared with healthy snacks is an important tool in sticking to any healthy eating
plan. While nuts and fruit are great options on their own, these little bites combine the two for a balanced choice between meals. All of the ingredients in these protein bites store well — perfect for making ahead and storing them in our desks and purses on-the-go.
The almonds in our protein balls are full of vitamin E, with one serving (about 20 almonds) containing over a third of the daily recommendation. Vitamin E is another powerful antioxidant that helps fight inflammation and the oxidation of Low-density Lipoprotein (LDL) aka bad cholesterol.
Minerals and vitamins never work in isolation, and the copper in cashews is important for the absorption of iron into our system. It is also important for producing energy and beauty-boosting collagen, giving us healthy skin and joints. An ounce of cashews gives you 70 percent of the recommended daily amount of copper.
Dried cherries are a great source of vitamin C. Similar to copper (which is also abundant in cherries) vitamin C helps with the production of collagen.
Cleanse-Friendly Protein Balls

Serves: 10

Prep time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

1 cup almonds

¼ cup chia seeds

1/2 cup cashews

1 1/2 cups cherries

8 Medjool dates

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

2 tablespoons water

Directions

1.Place all ingredients in food processor. Turn processor on and blend for 60-90 seconds, pausing every once in a while to scrape the sides.

2. The mix should be finely chopped.

3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

4. Scoop heaping tablespoons of the mixture, carefully rolling into symmetrical balls.

5. Serve immediately or store in an air-tight container for up to two weeks.

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