Three healthy recipes to make CBD and CBG edibles at home

From tinctures and vapes to topicals and beverages, you have multiple options to get your daily dose of CBD and CBG. But perhaps you haven’t found your favorite method, or you’re looking to switch up your routine. Tinctures are effective, but you might want a break from the earthy taste of oils. Vapes work fast, but you might not want to smoke every day. Topicals are healing, but you might not have skin issues to address. You may wish for a new way to consume CBD and CBG so you can easily create a consistent, healthy habit.

Fortunately, eating cannabinoids is a great way to reap their benefits. Plus, they’re delicious! And the best part? You can easily make CBD and CBG treats at home!

The Benefits of CBD and CBG Edibles

Discretion

Hemp is 100% legal, but perhaps your friends and family haven’t quite caught up with the times. If that’s the case, you may want a more discreet way to get your daily dose of CBD and CBG. Edibles are the perfect method to consume hemp extracts because they never leave harsh smoke or conspicuous packaging behind.

Health

CBD has exploded in popularity over the last few years due to its therapeutic potential and widespread availability. Some people report using CBD as an alternative to pharmaceuticals with adverse side effects. CBD can help counter tight muscles and aching joints, promote a good night’s sleep, foster a healthy digestive system, and so much more!

Early research on CBG shows this fantastic cannabinoid packs just as many health-promoting properties as CBD. CBG can help promote healthy skin, eyes, and brain and boost healthy bone growth. And like CBD, CBG is a known anti-inflammatory.

Both CBD and CBG are non-psychoactive–which means that they don’t alter your state of mind in ways that inhibit your clarity and function. But studies show that they can promote an uplifting mood and overall feelings of wellbeing.

Physiological Effects

You can use Medical Mikes cannabis oils and salves in three ways: topically, sublingually, or through digestion. Every method is valuable. Every technique is unique. But only edibles deliver long-lasting results.

When you apply oils or salves topically, you place the product on your skin directly to a specific area of focus. The cannabinoids absorb through your skin and provide localized relief from soreness and irritation. Even though topical CBD and CBG never reach your bloodstream, they can interact with receptors at the application site to provide relief.

When you hold CBD and CBG oils under your tongue (sublingually), they absorb rapidly into the bloodstream and begin working fast. That is a huge benefit, especially if you’re in a rush. But you typically won’t feel effects as long or as intense as with digestion.

When you digest cannabinoids via edibles, you wait longer for them to kick in because they must first pass through your liver before entering the bloodstream. But once your body processes CBD and CBG edibles, you may feel the effects more intensely in the body. Moreover, you may feel the effects much longer, so you don’t need to re-dose as often.

Control

With so many edibles available to buy, you might be wondering why you should bother making your own. The most significant benefit of cooking with CBG and CBD oils is control! You have total reign over the flavor, ingredients, and concentration. You can make whatever you want, the way you want it to taste and feel! And you don’t need to be an expert in the kitchen to get started.

If you’re curious about where to start your CBD and CBG oil cooking journey, check out three healthy recipes to get you started!

CBD Oil Recipes

CBD Mexican Quinoa Salad

If you love vibrant dishes with fresh veggies and Mexican flavors like chili and cumin, you will LOVE this recipe. Even if you’ve never tried superfood quinoa, you’ll fall in love after tasting this healthy, protein-packed salad with a twist. It’s simple to make, and the best part is you’ll only need one pot! Plus, you can keep it fresh in the fridge for a few days and take it to work for lunch!

What You’ll Need:

• 1 dropper full of Medical Mike’s 1200mg CBD Oil
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 15oz can of sweet corn, drained
• 1 15oz can black beans, drained
• 1 cup quinoa
• 3 diced Roma tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cubed avocado
• Lime juice, to taste
• 2 cups vegetable stock

Directions:

1. Add olive oil to a large pan and heat over medium.

2. Add the garlic and cook for a couple of minutes until softened.

3. Add CBD oil to the garlic and oil mixture and stir, making sure it is well incorporated.

4. Add the beans, tomatoes, corn, stock, quinoa, cumin, chili powder, paprika, pepper, and salt. Stir and mix well, then cover and let cook for 20 minutes, until the quinoa is soft and all the liquid has absorbed.

5. Top each serving with avocado and lime juice, and enjoy!
    

*Makes 2 Servings

CBD Cauliflower Risotto

Traditionally, making a good risotto is a bit time-consuming. But when you replace the arborio rice with cauliflower rice, you can whip up this delicious dish in half the time with fewer calories. Plus, you’ll take it to the next level by adding CBD! When it comes to tasty, quick, and easy—you can’t beat this recipe.

What You’ll Need:

For the cauliflower rice:

• 1 head of cauliflower, grated or finely chopped to create 4 cups-worth

For the rest of the dish:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 dropper full Medical Mike’s 1200mg CBD Oil
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• ½ cup chopped onions
• 1 cup chopped mushrooms
• 1 cup grated zucchini
• ½ cup green peas
• ½ cup chopped asparagus
• 1 cup vegetable stock
• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/3 cup chopped parsley
   

Directions:

1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil on medium-high heat. Cook mushrooms until soft and set aside.

2. Reduce the heat to medium and add the other tablespoon of olive oil. Add garlic and onion and sauté until soft.

3. Add CBD oil to the garlic, onions, and oil mixture and stir. Make sure it is well incorporated.

4. Add in the cauliflower rice. Give it a good stir to coat the rice with the oil and cook for 1-2 minutes.

5. Add the asparagus, zucchini, and peas, and bring the temperature up to medium-high.

6. Pour in the stock and cook until the cauliflower is tender and the liquid evaporates (about 8 minutes).

7. Remove from heat and add the cheese—season with salt and pepper to taste.

8. Allow to cool just a bit, and then add the cooked mushrooms.

9. Garnish with parsley, and enjoy!
    

 *Makes 4 Servings

CBG Oil Recipe

CBG Mango Smoothie

Smoothies are one of the easiest and most delicious ways to incorporate hemp extract oils into your diet. This delicious mango smoothie is a great way to get a morning dose of CBG while fulfilling your craving for fresh fruit! This creamy smoothie only takes three minutes to make and packs an uplifting citrus punch.
 

What You’ll Need:

• 2 cups fresh or frozen mango
• 1 banana
• ½ cup of yogurt
• ½ cup of milk (we love hemp milk!)
• ¼ dropper full of Medical Mike’s 2000mg CBG Oil

 

Directions:

1. Add all the ingredients into a blender and mix well until smooth and creamy.

2. If you use frozen fruit, it will already be cold, but try blending with some ice for more of a frozen treat if you use fresh.

3. Enjoy immediately!

*Makes 2 Servings