Dreamy fig and spirulina bites

By: Julie Montagu
From: Superfoods
Makes: 12-15

Oh algae, you are the new kid on the block. Well, actually you are one of the oldest life forms on the planet, but we’ve only recently discovered you are incredibly beneficial to our health. Spirulina is an algae powerhouse of nutrients unlike any grain, plant or fruit. That’s why I love to incorporate it, not only in my smoothies, but also in these good-to-go bite-sized bursts of health.

Ingredients

Quantity	Ingredient
45g	rolled oats
75g	cashews
150g	dried figs
2 tablespoons	desiccated coconut
1/2 teaspoon	vanilla extract
1	lemon, zested
4 tablespoons	lemon juice
2 teaspoons	spirulina powder
2 tablespoons	tahini
2 tablespoons	water

Method

Put the oats in a blender or food processor and blitz into fine crumbs. Add the remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.
Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and use your hands to roll into walnut-sized balls.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.