Appetizer for 12
Mint Lime Energy Balls
$2.99for 425 minServes 12
Almonds, walnuts, oats, seeds, dates, mint, and lime blend into chilled raw energy balls.

Photo: veganricha.com
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nuts and seeds, 4.25 oz$0.70/oz typical | 4.25 oz | $2.95Typical price | |
| Oats, 0.75 oz$0.10/oz typical | 0.75 oz | $0.08Typical price | |
| Shredded coconut, 1.5 oz$0.30/oz typical | 1.5 oz | $0.45Typical price | |
| Dried fruit and raisins, 9 oz$0.45/oz typical | 9 oz | $4.05Typical price | |
| Mint, 0.25$1.99 each typical | 0.25 | $0.50Typical price | |
| Lemons and limes, 1.25$0.60 each typical | 1.25 | $0.73Typical price | |
| Total for the servings shown | $8.98 | ||
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- Easydifficulty
- 12servings as written
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 1/4 cup walnuts
- 1/4 cup certified gf oats
- 1 tbsp flax seeds
- 1/2 cup dry coconut shreds
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 9 medjool dates
- 1/4 cup packed mint leaves
- 2 tsp lime/lemon juice
- 1 lime
- 1 1/2 tbsp rum or tequila
Steps
- Pulse the almonds, walnuts, oats, flax seeds, coconut, chia seeds, sesame seeds, and salt in a food processor.
- Add the dates, mint, lime juice, lime zest, and rum or tequila.
- Process until the mixture sticks together when pressed.
- Roll the mixture into 12 small balls.
- Chill the balls for 10 minutes before serving.
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