Pescatarian Pomegranate-Mint Coconut Cashew Bites
These little no-bake bites are a genuinely exciting snack — jeweled with pomegranate arils and brightened by fresh mint, they taste far more indulgent than anything this wholesome has any right to be. The base comes together in a food processor, where raw cashews and Medjool dates blend into a naturally sweet, fudgy dough that needs zero added sugar or binders. A hit of lemon juice keeps things lively, while melted coconut oil and shredded coconut give each bite a rich, tropical depth. Rolling them in extra coconut before chilling adds a satisfying texture that makes them feel almost like a confection from a fancy dessert counter. Every single ingredient here is plant-based and naturally free of meat and poultry, so they fit a pescatarian lifestyle without any substitutions or workarounds required. Pop them in the fridge for thirty minutes and you've got a snackable, shareable treat that holds up beautifully for meal prep or a party spread.
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12 servings
- 1 ½ cups raw cashews
- 1 cup medjool dates, pitted (about 10 dates)
- ¾ cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus 2 tbsp for rolling
- ½ cup pomegranate arils
- 3 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For rolling
- 2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut, for rolling
Instructions
- 1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. If your dates feel dry or firm, soak them in warm water for 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry before using.
- 2
Add the raw cashews to a food processor and pulse 8–10 times until they are broken into coarse, sand-like crumbs — stop before they turn into a paste.
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