Hi Friends! Welcome back to Healthy Grocery Girl! I love chocolate – I eat it everyday! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
When you think of chocolate or cacao you may think of desserts! However, did you know that cacao can also be great in savory recipes? Today I\u2019m sharing how to vegan mole enchiladas. This savory, plant-based and gluten-free recipe is packed with fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and FLAVOR. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cacao is not only delicious, it has many health benefits! Here are few… <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nutrient Dense: <\/strong>Cacao contains calcium, iron, magnesium and a plant-pigment known as flavonoids. Flavonoids are responsible for a variety of health benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Heart Health: <\/strong>Flavanols are the main type of flavonoid found in chocolate. Flavanols have been known to support heart health by helping to reduce blood pressure and improve blood flow to the heart and brain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Anti-Inflammatory: <\/strong>Flavonoid antioxidants have anti-inflammatory properties that work to protect healthy cells from oxidation along with helping to protect against damage to the lining of arteries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Better Mood! <\/strong>Raw cacao is a better mood food! Cacao contains a compound known as phenylethylamine (PEA) which can release endorphins. Endorphins contribute to feeling happy and in love! Cacao also contains magnesium, a mineral that supports the nervous system and helps muscles to relax. Regular cacao consumption may help reduce symptoms of anxiety and irritability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Raw Cacao Is Best! <\/strong>Chocolate is not all created equal. White chocolate, milk chocolate or most chocolate candies contain more milk and sugar than actual cacao. Therefore, these options for chocolate are not ideal to reap the benefits of cacao. The higher the percentage of chocolate, the higher the percentage of cacao! For example, look for a 70-85% chocolate. The very best option\u2026 real, raw cacao powder! <\/p>\n\n\n\n A few of the reasons we love Cacao Bliss <\/a>is that it\u2019s USDA organic and made with the purest form of cacao on the planet! It also contains 10 powerful superfoods in one powder! Not only is this powder rich in raw cacao, it also contains turmeric, black pepper, MCT powder, cinnamon, monk fruit, coconut nectar, lacuma, mesquite and himalayn salt. Cacao bliss<\/a> is great in smoothies, to make hot cocoa, in baked treats or savory recipes such as the vegan mole enchilada recipe I shared! It\u2019s a must-have staple and an easy and delicious way to add so much flavor and nutrition to your meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Click here & use code HEALTHYGROCERYGIRL<\/b> for 15% off Cacao Bliss!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n A big thanks to Earth Echo Foods<\/a> for sponsoring today\u2019s video and now let\u2019s get to our recipe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cacao Bliss<\/span><\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n