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One handful of almonds, and you’ll be set for the day. This protein packed superfood can boost brain function, maintain cholesterol levels, alleviate inflammation, enhance enrgy, and burn fat — the list goes on. Almonds are also one of the most versatile foods — learn the five ways you can have them. 

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Place 1/3 cup whole toasted unsalted almonds, 1 cup packed raw spinach, 1 garlic glove, 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and 2 tbsp lemon juice in a food processor. Turn on, then add 2-4 tbsp olive oil until pesto forms. Enjoy as a dip, spread, topping, or with whole-wheat pasta. 

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Place 3 cups whole almonds in a food processor. Blend 15 minutes, scraping down sides with a spatula, until butter forms. If desired, blend in 1/4 tsp salt. Cover and store in refrigerator. 

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Place 1 cup whole almonds in a food processor and pulse for a medium-fine texture. Combine with dried basil and parsley to bread chicken or fish or use in meatballs. When making muffins and pancakes, use half almond meal and half white flour. Cover and refrigerate extras. 

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Almonds

One handful of almonds, and you’ll be set for the day. This protein packed superfood can boost brain function, maintain cholesterol levels, alleviate inflammation, enhance enrgy, and burn fat — the list goes on. Almonds are also one of the most versatile foods — learn the five ways you can have them. 

Pesto

Place 1/3 cup whole toasted unsalted almonds, 1 cup packed raw spinach, 1 garlic glove, 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and 2 tbsp lemon juice in a food processor. Turn on, then add 2-4 tbsp olive oil until pesto forms. Enjoy as a dip, spread, topping, or with whole-wheat pasta. 

Butter

Place 3 cups whole almonds in a food processor. Blend 15 minutes, scraping down sides with a spatula, until butter forms. If desired, blend in 1/4 tsp salt. Cover and store in refrigerator. 

Smoothie

Blend 3/4 cup frozen cherries, 2 tbsp almonds, 8 oz plain fat-free Greek yogurt, and 1/4 cup low-fat milk on high speed for 1 minute. Add whey protein if desired. 

Whole Grains

Cook 1 cup quinoa, farro, or freekah in low-sodium chicken broth. Top with 1/4 cup toasted silver almonds and 2 tbsp dried cranberries. 

Almond Meal

Place 1 cup whole almonds in a food processor and pulse for a medium-fine texture. Combine with dried basil and parsley to bread chicken or fish or use in meatballs. When making muffins and pancakes, use half almond meal and half white flour. Cover and refrigerate extras. 

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