Spicy Tiger Nut & Ginger Power Juice

About this meal

A creamy, protein-boosted natural juice made from fresh tiger nuts, ginger, dates, and a hint of chili, blended with plant-based protein and oat milk. This energizing drink combines classic West African flavors, natural sweetness, gentle spice, and muscle-supporting nutrition in a refreshing, mood-boosting vegan beverage.

Ingredients

• Fresh tiger nuts (soaked overnight) — 1 cup
• Fresh ginger root — 1-inch piece
• Pitted dates — 4 pieces
• Chili pepper (mild, deseeded) — 1/2 small
• Vanilla plant-based protein powder (pea or brown rice) — 2 tbsp
• Unsweetened oat milk — 1.5 cups
• Hemp seeds — 1 tbsp
• Sea salt — A pinch
• Ice cubes — 1 cup

Steps

1. Soak tiger nuts in plenty of water overnight (8-12 hours) to soften.
2. Drain and rinse tiger nuts thoroughly.
3. Add soaked tiger nuts, chopped ginger, pitted dates, chili (optional for spice), oat milk, hemp seeds, vanilla plant protein, and a pinch of sea salt into a high-speed blender.
4. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add ice cubes and blend again.
5. Strain mixture through a nut milk bag or fine mesh sieve for a smoother juice (optional), or serve as-is for more fiber.
6. Pour into a glass, garnish with a sprinkle of hemp seeds or a thin slice of red chili if desired.
7. Enjoy immediately for best flavor and nutritional benefit.