As the weather warms up, many people start to crave lighter and more refreshing foods. Nut butters are a great option for the warmer months, as they are delicious, nutritious, and can be enjoyed in a variety of ways.
Here are some reasons why nut butters are a great choice for the warmer weather:
- They are a good source of protein and healthy fats. Nut butters are a good source of plant-based protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle tissue. Nut butters are also a good source of healthy fats, such as monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. These fats can help to lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.
- They are a versatile food. Nut butters can be enjoyed on their own, spread on toast, added to smoothies, or used in baking. They can also be used as a dip for fruits, vegetables, and crackers.
- They are portable and convenient. Nut butters are a great food to have on hand for quick and easy snacks and meals. They are portable and easy to pack in lunches, for picnics, trips to the beach etc.
Here are some ideas for how to enjoy nut butters in the warmer weather:
- Make a nut butter smoothie. Smoothies are a great way to enjoy nut butters in the warmer months. They are refreshing and nutritious, and can be made with a variety of fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients. Here is a recipe for a simple nut butter smoothie:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk of your choice
- 1/2 banana
- 1/4 cup berries of your choice
- 2 tablespoons nut butter of your choice
Instructions:
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Enjoy!
- Make a nut butter sandwich or wrap. Nut butter sandwiches are a classic for a reason. They are delicious, easy to make, and can be customised to your liking. Here is a recipe for a simple and refreshing nut butter sandwich:
Ingredients:
- 2 slices of bread
- 2 tablespoons nut butter of your choice
- Optional: sliced fruit, honey, or jam
Instructions:
- Spread nut butter on one slice of bread.
- Add any optional toppings.
- Top with the other slice of bread and cut in half.
- Enjoy!
- Here is a recipe for a simple and refreshing nut butter wrap:
Ingredients:
- 1 wrap of choice
- 1 tbs nut butter of your choice (we highly recommend our 99th Monkey Natural Almond Butter)
- Roasted vegetables of choice (pumpkin, sweet potato)
- Salad of choice (lettuce, cucumber)
- Protein of choice (chicken, roast beef, tuna, tofu, vegetable patty)
Instructions:
- Spread nut butter on the middle part of the wrap
- Add protein, roasted vegetables and salad.
- Fold the wrap so it forms the shape of a burrito
- Enjoy!
- Make a nut butter dip. Nut butter dips are a great way to enjoy nut butters with fruits, vegetables, and crackers. Here is a recipe for a simple nut butter dip:
No matter how you choose to enjoy them, nut butters are a delicious and nutritious way to cool down and stay energised during the warmer months.
