Mid morning snack idea 4 – Spicy Hummus and Veggies

Hi mid-morning snackers,

I have been trying to add more ideas to my morning routine.  I have noticed that with the cooler weather, I am not eating the same amount of vegetables and a little too often I am going for the starch (rice cake or rice cracker) so I have made an effort to rotate my food choices more and recommit to more than 6 cups of veggies a day.  I was eating 6 cups of veggies, but I know I feel the best when I increase it even more.

This simple plate of hummus, red peppers and carrots is like a plate of sunshine on a cool day.  The colours are so warm and the taste is sweet and flavourful.

Spicy Hummus and Veggies 

• 1 organic red pepper – cut into bit size pieces
• 1 cup organic mini carrots
• 1/2 cup Spicy Hummus

Directions

1. Cut and remove seeds and stem from the pepper and cut into bit size pieces (for dipping once)
2. Open a bag of mini carrots and serve yourself
3. Put some hummus in a small dish for individual serving and dipping
4. Arrange on a plate
5. Consume

Digestion Tips

• Arrange your plate artfully so your senses are excited about eating.
• Be mindful and fully aware of what you are eating so you start your digestive juices.
• Be sure to chew really well to assist with digestion.
• Remove distractions while eating (no TV, tablets or phones).
• Enjoy the company of others or rejoice in your own company – be happy.
• Avoid drinking while eating so your digestive juices can work undiluted on your food.
• Eat when you are hungry but not starving.

May your day be filled new, colourful and tasty food choices.

To increasing your veggies,

Jo-Ann Blondin, your 9CupChallenge partner