Serves: 4-6

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup flax seeds meal
• 200 g almonds, blanched and skinned
• 3 cloves garlic
• 150 ml extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
• 5 tbsp. lemon juice
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 liter water
• 150 g grapes, seeded

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Put flax meal, almonds, and garlic in a blender.
2. Blend the ingredients until you get a smooth paste. If needed, add a little water to achieve the desired consistency.
3. With the blender running, slowly add the olive oil in a stream to the mixture.
4. Add the lemon juice and salt to the blender and continue blending until everything is well combined.
5. Transfer the mixture into a pitcher.
6. Add the remaining water to the pitcher and mix well.
7. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if necessary.
8. Chill the soup in the refrigerator.
9. Before serving, stir the soup to ensure it’s well mixed.
10. Garnish each serving with grapes.
11. Serve the chilled flax seed and almond soup with grapes as a refreshing and nutritious appetizer or light meal. Enjoy!

ALLERGIES:

SF (Shellfish-Free)

GF (Gluten-Free)

DF (Dairy-Free)

EF (Egg-Free)

V (Vegetarian)

VARIATIONS:

1. Creamy Avocado Twist: Add 1 ripe avocado to the blender along with the flax seeds meal, almonds, and garlic. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed. This variation will give the soup a rich and creamy texture with a delightful avocado flavor.
2. Spicy Roasted Red Pepper: Roast 2 red bell peppers until charred, then remove the skin and seeds. Add the roasted peppers to the blender along with the flax seeds meal, almonds, and garlic. Blend until smooth, and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. This variation will add a smoky and spicy kick to the soup.
3. Herb-Infused: Add a handful of fresh herbs such as basil, cilantro, or parsley to the blender along with the flax seeds meal, almonds, and garlic. Blend until the herbs are well incorporated. This variation will infuse the soup with fresh herbal flavors.
4. Curry Spice: Add 1 tablespoon of curry powder to the blender along with the flax seeds meal, almonds, and garlic. Blend until combined. Adjust the seasoning with salt and more curry powder if desired. This variation will give the soup a warm and aromatic curry taste.
5. Mediterranean Delight: Add 1/2 cup of sun-dried tomatoes (rehydrated in warm water) and a handful of pitted black olives to the blender along with the flax seeds meal, almonds, and garlic. Blend until smooth. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. This variation will give the soup a Mediterranean-inspired twist.
6. Savory Herb & Vegetable: Add 1 cup of finely chopped mixed vegetables (carrots, celery, bell peppers) and 1 teaspoon of dried mixed herbs (such as oregano, thyme, and rosemary) to the blender along with the flax seeds meal, almonds, and garlic. Blend until combined. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. This variation will add extra texture and savory flavors to the soup.
7. Sweet & Nutty: Add 1 ripe banana and 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the blender along with the flax seeds meal, almonds, and garlic. Blend until smooth. Adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more honey or maple syrup. This variation will give the soup a naturally sweet and nutty taste.
8. Citrus Burst: Add the zest of 1 lemon or orange to the blender along with the flax seeds meal, almonds, and garlic. Blend until well mixed. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. This variation will add a refreshing citrus flavor to the soup.