No Bake Turmeric Ginger Energy Balls - Easy Snack Recipe (2024)

Introducing a new easy and nourishing snack recipe: Turmeric Ginger Energy Balls.

These vegan, no bake bites are sweet and nutty with a little kick from fresh ginger, and they’re the perfect way to stay energized and satisfied throughout the afternoon.

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Something I work on often with my AnneTheRD nutrition clients is managing stress, and part of that involves staying on top of hunger.

No need to add “hangry” stress on top of regular life/workday stress, right?!

Life gets busy, so staying prepared with make-ahead snacks like these balls is key. I have “just in case” snacks in pretty much every single one of my purses, the car, my laptop backpack, and my diaper bags now – you never know when you’ll need them!

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Once you’ve got the hangry stress under control and are consistently eatingbeforeyou get too hungry, take a look at your more general wellness, in particular overall stress and energy levels.

In today’s go-go-go culture, most of us are leading pretty busy, high stress lives, and in addition to getting enough sleep and moving your body in a way that feels good for you, it’s important to make sure that you are taking in the nutrients you need for support on a day to day basis as well.

Along those lines, I love that turmeric and ginger, in addition to being delicious in recipes like these balls, are also a power duo for stress relief and general wellness.

Turmeric Benefits

I chose to use turmeric in this recipe because it has long been used as ananti-inflammatory ingredient in traditional Indian and Chinese medicine. Considering inflammation is a key factor in many chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and metabolic syndrome, reducing inflammation is a key benefit.

Here are some of my favorite zesty recipes with turmeric!

Ginger Benefits

Ginger is closely related to turmeric, and it’s another spice that’s been used medicinally for centuries. Ginger is also known for itsanti-inflammatory benefits, as well as its ability to reduce nausea (including pregnancy-related nausea, if that’s relevant for you at the moment).

These energy bites get a subtle kick from fresh ginger, which makes them a tasty snack for anyone, but they would be an especially effective mid-morning snack for anyone struggling with nausea.

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Recipe Ingredients

In addition to turmeric and ginger, these energy bites are packed with additional nutritious ingredients.

The combination of dried fruit, nuts, and flaxseeds provides energizing carbs balanced with filling protein and fat for a snack that boosts your energy without leading to a crash later on.

In addition to being filling and energizing, these bites are alsosuper tasty. Apricots and golden raisins bring sweetness and a bit of tartness, so they’re sweet but nottoo sweet, while almonds and cashews add nutty and buttery flavors.

All of that plus the subtle spicy-savoriness of ginger and turmeric = perfection.

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How to Make Ginger Turmeric Energy Bites

To make these, just whirl everything in a food processor, shape into balls (or bars, if you prefer), and let them sit for at least 15 minutes in the fridge.

That’s it – they’re all set for you to grab and go during the week!

I find that the spiciness of the ginger tends to mellow out as all of the flavors meld together over several days, so if the kick is a little strong straight out of the food processor, let them sit for a bit and give them another shot! 😉

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Here’s the full recipe:

No Bake Turmeric Ginger Energy Balls

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May 16, 2020 by Anne

These vegan and gluten free no bake bites are sweet and nutty with a little kick from fresh ginger. They’re the perfect way to stay energized and satisfied throughout the afternoon.

Prep Time10 minutes

Total Time10 minutes

Yield

24 bites

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Ingredients:

  • 2/3 cup roasted, unsalted almonds
  • 2/3 cup roasted, unsalted cashews
  • 2/3 cup dried apricots
  • 2/3 cup golden raisins
  • 3 tablespoons ground flax
  • 1 & 1/2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
  • 1 & 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric
  • pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. Place all ingredients in a food processor and process until mixture is finely ground and starts to
    stick together.
  2. Roll into 24 balls and enjoy immediately or refrigerate until firm.
  3. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

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Here are some additional healthy and easy no-bake snack recipes:

  • Turmeric Ginger Smoothie<– more turmeric & ginger goodness!
  • Savory Curry Granola Bars<–turmeric & ginger in a savory no-bake snack!
  • Easy No Bake Energy Bites (a helpful “formula” for you to use to mix + match ingredients when making snack balls)
  • Peanut Butter Bliss Balls
  • Chocolate Bliss Balls with Cashews
  • Vanilla Protein Balls with Figs
  • Cherry Almond Snack Bites
  • 5 minute No Bake Peanut Butter Granola Bars
  • Chocolate Coconut Almond Energy Balls
  • Oatmeal Raisin Energy Bites
No Bake Turmeric Ginger Energy Balls - Easy Snack Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What do turmeric balls do? ›

Lemon Turmeric Energy Balls boast an aromatic Asian spice that may help support immunity and digestion. They are also rich in antioxidants and possess anti-inflammatory properties.

What kind of pain does turmeric help? ›

ANSWER: Although turmeric is a common spice in many home pantries, many people are not familiar with its purported health effects. Relieving arthritis pain is one of many such purported health effects. Turmeric, a plant related to ginger, is grown in many Asian countries, as well as other tropical areas.

Can too much turmeric cause pain? ›

Turmeric usually doesn't cause serious side effects. Some people can experience mild side effects such as stomach upset, nausea, dizziness, or diarrhea. These side effects are more common at higher doses. When applied to the skin: Turmeric is likely safe.

Does turmeric melt belly fat? ›

According to a study conducted at the Tufts University, curcumin can actually suppress fat tissue growth. Another way in which turmeric helps in losing weight by regulating sugar levels and further preventing insulin resistance. This results in excess fat that is not retained in the body.

What happens if you use turmeric everyday? ›

Given turmeric's various beneficial properties to health, it's not a bad idea to take it daily. If you stick to 12 g or less , you are not likely to experience side effects such as diarrhea, constipation, or vomiting. Learn more about turmeric dosage.

How much turmeric should I take for severe pain? ›

Turmeric dosage for arthritis: According to the Arthritis Foundation, a turmeric capsules dosage of 400 to 600 milligrams three times per day or 0.5 gram to 1 gram of powdered root up to 3 grams per day for osteoarthritis and 500 milligrams twice daily is a recommended turmeric for rheumatoid arthritis dosage.

How much turmeric should I take for pain and inflammation? ›

Generally speaking, a dose of 500 mg to 2,000 mg of turmeric is usually recommended. This is based on the dosages used in studies. Look for products that list the actual amount of curcumin in the supplement for best results. Doses of over 8 grams of curcumin per day are not recommended due to the risk of side effects.

How quickly does turmeric help joint pain? ›

The authors concluded that there is some evidence to suggest that taking curcumin each day for 8-12 weeks can help reduce joint pain and inflammation due to arthritis, particularly osteoarthritis. The results also indicated that curcumin extracts might be as effective as taking NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen and diclofenac.

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