Maca Recipes for Summer

Summer is on the horizon, and you might be taking advantage of the warmer weather as an excuse to get outside more and catch some Vitamin D. It’s also important to remember that with temperatures rising, you should be taking care to stay hydrated and eat foods to keep you powered through the long, hot days. You’ll want to take care to replenish nutrients you’ll burn through while you’re having fun in the sun, and incorporating healthier foods into your diet is a good way to do it.

That’s where maca comes in. Containing energy-boosting properties that will have you playing harder longer, it’s a great food for improving stamina and helping your body make the most of the exercise you’ll be getting. So what are some good ways to consume maca through these hot summer days? We’re highlighting some of our favorite maca recipes for when you need to cool down, from spicy soups to tasty juices.

The best part? These recipes are quick, easy, and flavorful, and a good source of your daily serving of our organic maca products! Whichever you choose, you can’t go wrong.

Citrus & Maca Morning Jumpstart Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 TBS Red Maca Root Powder
• 1 juiced ruby red grapefruit
• 1 juiced orange
• 1 juiced lime
• 1 juiced lemon
• 1 TBS Bragg's Apple Cider Vinegar (optional)

Instructions:

Mix until all powder is dissolved or place in a blender for 30 seconds. Drink or sip this delicious jumpstart drink through a straw.

Spicy Maca Gazpacho Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1-3 t Maca powder
• 4 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 1 fresh cucumber, chopped
• 1 to 2 stalks celery
• 1 yellow pepper, diced
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 t cayenne pepper
• 2 T olive oil or 1/2 c avocado
• basil or parsley to garnish

Preparation:

Blend all ingredients in a high powered blend until smooth. Chill and serve garnished with basil or parsley

Simple Maca Fruit Salad Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2-3 t of Gelatinized Maca powder
• 1 apple, cubed
• 1 banana, sliced
• 1/4 pineapple, cubed
• 5 strawberries, sliced
• 1/4 c blueberries
• 4 oz raw almond milk, rice milk or coconut milk

Preparation:

Mix the milk and Maca powder in a blender bottle or in a blender. Pour over sliced fruit. Serve chilled.Add other fruits that are in season in your area and use organically grown produce whenever possible.

Red Velvet Maca Energy Balls Recipe

• 4 medjool dates⁣
• 2 cups shredded coconut⁣
• 2 Tbsp organic beet powder⁣
• 1 tsp red maca powder⁣
• 5 Tbsp cocoa powder⁣
• 1 Tbsp nut butter of your choice⁣
• 1 tsp of vanilla⁣p
• pinch of salt⁣

Preparation:

1. Blend until comes together, roll into balls
2. Dip coat in coconut and extra beet powder
3. Enjoy immediately
   

Chocolate Chip Cookie Maca Energy Bar Recipe

• 1-2 tablespoons gelatinized black maca powder
• 2 cups crispy cashews
• 1 cup dates
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons chocolate chips
• about 1 tablespoon water as needed

Preparation:

Each recipe makes about 4 bars. The amount of maca in each bar is approximately 3/4 - 1.5 teaspoons, depending on if you use one tablespoon or two in the recipe.

Add all ingredients to a food processor and blend until the mixture is finely chopped. When you think it might be ready, remove the lid and pick up a piece to roll in the palm of your hands. If it sticks together it's ready to form into bars. If it's crumbly, it either needs to blend a little more or it needs a little moisture. If it is very dry, turn the food processor on and pour a teaspoon of water through the opening in the top.Continue adding water as needed until the mixture sticks together. I've found that somewhere between 1 teaspoon and 2 tablespoons is usually enough.

When the mixture is ready, press it onto wax or parchment paper and form into bars. Wrap each bar individually and store in the freezer until needed.

There are so many ways for you to enjoy maca. We hope we’ve inspired you to try something new. Have any questions about how to get the most of your maca? We’d love to hear them! Don’t hesitate to Contact Us using our web form, or call us toll-free at 888-919-8616.

Enjoy the Day!