Dip Your Way HEALTHY AND
These creamy delights are packed with superfoods that have been proven to banish the blues and triple energy levels so you can enjoy your best harvest season ever!
FEELING RUN-DOWN? SCOOP UP SALSA
The lycopene in tomatoes energizes immune cells, enabling the body to react 38 percent faster when illness-causing viruses invade. The result: You’ll recover from the sniffles fast! To get the benefits: In food processor, pulse 2 cloves of garlic, 2 tbsp. of lime juice, 1 (14 oz.) can of fire-roasted diced tomatoes, 1 (12 oz.) jar of roasted red peppers and half a jalapeño. Garnish with cilantro.
ALWAYS TIRED? SAVOR SPINACH DIP
Spinach is loaded with chlorophyll, which improves the thyroid gland’s ability to speed metabolism. The effect is so powerful that switching to a chlorophyll-rich diet has been shown to triple energy levels. To get the benefits: Mix 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 cups of sour cream, 1 (1.8 oz.) package of dry leek soup mix and 1 (10 oz.) package of frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained.
ON EDGE? OPT FOR BEAN DIP
Snacking on bean dip triggers feelings of calm energy that last for up to 4 hours. That’s because legumes contain a balanced blend of nutrients that prevent tension-triggering blood-sugar spikes. To get the benefits: Combine 1 (15 oz.) can of cannellini beans, 2 garlic cloves, 2 tbsp. of lemon juice, ⁄ cup of olive oil and ⁄4 cup of parsley in a food 1 1
3 processer until smooth. Garnish with parsley.