Illuminate Snack Mix
We created this mix for our Anniversary Wellness Event ~ enjoy and be well!
- Almonds – Contain Folate, Tyrosine & Magnesium; all contributing to improved mental health!
- Bananas – Calm anxiety, improves sleep and are mood-boosting through Vitamins A, B6, C, Potassium, Iron & Magnesium!
- Cherries – Improve inflammation, sleep & produce mood enhancing hormones!
- Chickpeas – Helps ward off anxiety because rich in Vitamin B6!
- Dark Chocolate – Full of antioxidants that improve mood & focus!
- Pumpkin Seeds – Include super vitamin Zinc, enhancing mental agility & memory!
- Sunflower Seeds – Boosts mood and combats depression with omega fatty acids, B vitamins and tryptophan!
Arugula Miso Salmon Salad
By: Alyson Roux, Nutrition Hive
Ingredients
- 4 Cups Arugula
- 1 Red, Yellow, or Orange Bell Pepper, Chopped
- 3 Green Onions (Scallions) Sliced, even the green parts
- 1 6-ounce can Wild Salmon (or cooked, smoked, your choice) – Could sub Tempeh slices
- 1 Tbsp. Miso Paste
- Juice of 1 Lemon
- 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil
- Avocado, Pitted and Sliced
- 1 tsp. Granulated Garlic
- Sea Salt and Pepper to taste
Directions: Add salmon, bell pepper, onions, miso, oil, and seasoning in a bowl and mix well. Serve on top of arugula. Top with avocado slices. This salad also works over warm or cold wild and/or brown rice.
Blueberry Overnight Oats
By Amy Smith, Nutrition Hive
4 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 1 ½ cups milk or non-dairy milk
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup water
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup slivered almonds
- Dark chocolate chips (if desired)
Combine oats, milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, cinnamon, and water together in a large container. Stir well to mix. Seal and place in the fridge overnight (or for at least 8 hours).
Use single-serving size mason jars or bowls and place a large spoonful of the oat mix in the bottom of each, then a layer of blueberries followed by a layer of slivered almonds and dark chocolate chips if desired.
Repeat until all ingredients are used up. Store in the fridge until ready to eat. Enjoy hot or cold
