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High-Fiber Brain-Boosting Toast

A hearty, nutrient-dense toast made from a blend of whole wheat or sourdough, ground nuts, and wheat bran, designed to maximize health benefits particularly for brain health.

Allergens:Nuts, Wheat, Gluten

Details

  • Author: CuisineSavvy
  • Cuisine: Global
  • Course: Bread
  • Servings: 8
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 120 minutes
  • Diet: Vegan, Whole Foods Plant-based
  • Categories:#highfiber#brainhealth#vegan#WFPB
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Nutritional Values

Designed to support brain health with high fiber content from wheat bran and omega-3 from flaxseeds. The optional gingko biloba adds potential cognitive benefits.

NutrientAmount% Daily Value
Calories220 kcal--
Total Fat10 g13%
Saturated Fat1 g5%
Sodium300 mg13%
Total Carbohydrate30 g11%
Dietary Fiber6 g21%
Total Sugars1 g--
Protein8 g16%

Ingredients

Instructions

High-Fiber Brain-Boosting Toast

A hearty, nutrient-dense toast made from a blend of whole wheat or sourdough, ground nuts, and wheat bran, designed to maximize health benefits particularly for brain health.

Ingredients
[ ] 2 cups whole wheat or gluten-free flour
[ ] 1 cup ground walnuts or almonds
[ ] 1/2 cup wheat bran
[ ] 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
[ ] 1 tsp salt
[ ] 1 cup warm water
[ ] 2 tsp yeast
[ ] Optional: 1 tsp ground gingko biloba for enhanced cognitive benefits

Instructions
[ ] 1. Combine flour, ground nuts, wheat bran, flaxseed, and salt in a large bowl.
[ ] 2. Dissolve yeast in warm water and add to the dry ingredients.
[ ] 3. Knead until smooth.
[ ] 4. Let the dough rise for 1 hour.
[ ] 5. Fold in optional gingko biloba.
[ ] 6. Shape into a loaf and let rise for another hour.
[ ] 7. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.

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HealthScore: 88

Very good for brain health, particularly with optional gingko biloba. High in fiber and omega-3, but moderate in sodium.