Simple foods like oats, smoothies, avocados, soups and yogurt snacks can help boost energy and immunity when made fresh at home.
Maintaining energy levels and immunity is something that everyone must do, but may not always have the time or remember to, given how busy our lives can get. For this reason, it is important to make sure that we get our nutrients in while also saving energy when preparing food. Here are five easy food recipes you can try if you have similar goals in mind.
OATS AND MIXED NUT SNACKS
Any combination of nuts works for this — pistachios, walnuts, cashews, almonds, etc. You can either enjoy them in their raw form with some seasoning or roast them for extra flavour using butter, honey, black pepper, and salt. Be sure to season in moderation to retain the nutrients.
AVOCADO SALADS
Another food that’s great for boosting immunity and improving gut health is avocado. The easiest recipe to make is guacamole, seasoned with lemon, black pepper, salt, and olive oil. The salad also works well as a filling for sandwiches.
VEGETABLE SOUP
Vegetable soups are easy to make, effortless, healthy, and — depending on how you prepare them — very tasty. Ingredients you could use include mushrooms, carrots, broccoli, and spinach, along with ginger, garlic, and onions. Vegetable soup is a great option for boosting the immune system and increasing energy levels.
SMOOTHIES
Smoothies are a fun way to create a delicious combination of nutrient-rich foods packed with antioxidants. You can have them for breakfast, as a snack, or even as a healthy dessert. Some great options include an avocado-spinach smoothie and a banana with mixed nuts smoothie.
YOGURT SNACKS
Yogurt can be used in many versatile recipes like a breakfast bowl including oats, chopped fruits, nuts, and seeds; curd rice; yogurt pudding; or yogurt salads. Yogurt on its own is also great to consume, as it’s loaded with essential nutrients like vitamin B2, calcium, vitamin D, magnesium, and potassium.
Adding these easy and healthy recipes to your routine can really help you feel more energised and stay on top of your immunity. They’re simple to make, don’t take much time, and are perfect for days when you want something quick, tasty and good for you, all without leaving your kitchen.
This article is contributed by Mariyam Shajil, an aspiring journalist who specializes in writing articles about movies and shows for children from a young adult perspective. She also enjoys jotting down notes on interesting spots to visit in the UAE.
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