Sunflower Seed Milk
Sunflower seed milk is a cheaper alternative to making nut milks while still packing a nutritional punch!
Why It's So Good For You?
Sunflower seeds are a great source of protein, fibre, essential fatty acids, calcium, iron, zinc, magnesium, potassium, manganese, selenium and vitamins B & E. Similar to pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds contain high levels of tryptophan with is great for alleviating stress. Seed milks are a little cost effective than nut milks, so a great alternative for those on a budget or if nut allergies are in your family!
Add this as a base to your smoothies, oatmeal, chia puddings or drink a glass on its own!
Sunflower Seed Milk
Print RecipeIngredients
(use organic where possible)
- 1 cup sunflower seeds (soaked overnight)
- 6 cups filtered water
- 2 pitted dates
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp sea salt