Network Magazine summer 2015 | Page 34

This yummy drink was designed to make your body strong and beautiful, both inside and out. What’s great about it? It is rich in protein and antioxidants that will help nourish healthy hair and glowing skin. It also boosts your metabolism, enhances mood, aids concentration and helps stabilise blood sugar levels. Makes approximately 5 cups Ingredients 1 cup raw almonds (soaked overnight in water and drained) 2 teaspoons Healthy Chef Matcha Green Tea 6 fresh dates, pitted 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or powder 6 cups water Matcha Almond Mylk Combine almonds, matcha, dates, vanilla and water in a high-performance blender. Blend at a high speed until creamy – this should take about 30 seconds. Strain through a fine sieve, muslin or cheesecloth. Give your bag a good squeeze to remove all the excess moisture. The pulp can be used for other recipes such as power balls, cookies or gluten-free crackers. Pour  into clean bottles or jars. The mylk can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days. Inspiration Make an antioxidant-rich matcha latte by gently heating Matcha Almond Mylk until hot – but don’t boil. Pour into your favourite cup and sip slowly. SUMMER Taking inspiration from her Purely Delicious cookbook, The Healthy Chef shares two creations to make your body sing this summer! RECIPES: TERESA CUTTER 34 | NETWORK SUMMER 2015