Raw Chocolate Mousse

There is tree in our garden in Cochabamba so friendly and perfect for climbing, that my daughter named him Sammy Tree when she was three and needed help climbing into its branches.

Sammy is an avocado tree and unbelievably fruitful! Last year, two branches broke under the weight of more than two hundred large avocados! With great love, my father propped the remaining fruit-laden branches up to avoid future breakage and pain to Sammy.

Seeking new ways to enjoy Sammy’s bounty, I found various recipes for avocado-based chocolate mousse. Who knew?!

So creamy and rich, it takes only a couple of spoonfuls to satisfy tummy and palate.

Raw Chocolate Mousse
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Servings Prep Time
8 servings 15 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 servings 15 minutes
Raw Chocolate Mousse
Print Recipe
Servings Prep Time
8 servings 15 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 servings 15 minutes
Ingredients
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Instructions
  1. Place the flesh of the avocados in a food processor to purée.
  2. Add the banana and process until well blended.
  3. Add the rest of the other ingredients and blend again. Adjust sweetness to taste.
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African Coconut Soup with Chickpeas

Like all beans, chickpeas are a super food because of their substantial nutritional content (protein, B vitamins, iron, folate, potassium, magnesium and phytonutrients) and their health benefits.

[su_expanding_quote_web source_site=”Medical News Today” source_url=”http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/280244.php” full_quote=”Chickpeas have been associated with a number of possible health benefits for medical conditions:

Bone health—The iron, phosphate, calcium, magnesium, manganese, zinc and vitamin K content present in chickpeas all contribute to building and maintaining bone structure and strength.
Heart health—The high fiber, potassium, vitamin C and vitamin B-6 content and significant amounts of fiber, helps lower the total amount of cholesterol in the blood, thereby decreasing the risk of heart disease.
Cancer—Selenium is a mineral that is not present in most fruits and vegetables, but can be found in chickpeas. It plays a role in liver enzyme function, and helps detoxify some cancer-causing compounds in the body. Additionally, selenium prevents inflammation and also decreases tumor growth rates.” short_quote=”Selenium is a mineral that is not present in most fruits and vegetables, but can be found in chickpeas. It plays a role in liver enzyme function, and helps detoxify some cancer-causing compounds in the body. “][/su_expanding_quote_web]

 

 

African Coconut Soup with Chickpeas
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African Coconut Soup with Chickpeas
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  1. In a medium pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper, and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, 1 - 2 minutes. Add broth, chickpeas, tomatoes, curry powder, tumeric, salt, and black pepper; bring to a boil over high heat. Immediately reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  3. Mix in coconut milk and add spinach, , cover and cook until spinach is wilted , stirring occasionally, about 5 – 8 minutes.
  4. Serve over cooked brown rice or quinoa. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top
Recipe Notes

Adapted from Epicurious: African Curried Coconut Soup

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