AdditionContext
add 1-2 tablespoons of nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans), seeds (hemp, chia, flax, pumpkin, sunflower), or nut or seed butter per serving
- When
- recipe is a smoothie, oatmeal, salad, grain bowl, or baked good that can accommodate added texture and fat
- Compensation
- grind flax or chia seeds for better nutrient absorption; toast nuts and seeds to enhance flavor before adding; reduce other added fat slightly if using nut butter
- Caution
- nut and seed allergies are common — label accordingly when sharing or serving; seeds are generally more affordable than nuts
