Today’s a healthy recipe day—perfect timing to power up your weekend! I’m sharing two delightful summer recipes specifically crafted for busy professionals who appreciate easy, nutritious, and delicious food that boosts energy, clarity, and overall well-being.
Dive into these crispy Roasted Chickpea & Sweet Potato Bites and refresh yourself with a sparkling Watermelon Mint Spritzer. It’s the ideal snack-and-drink combo for vibrant, productive days ahead. Prepare an extra batch to pack for the office—perfect for those afternoon energy dips. Enjoy a few spoonfuls just before that important meeting to keep your mind sharp and your energy high.
Enjoy, and have a wonderful weekend! 🌞🥂
Why you’ll love it:
- Balanced protein (complementary amino acids!)
- Rich in fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins
- Crisp, savory-sweet, and highly satisfying
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chickpeas (canned, drained, and rinsed)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Sea salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Fresh lime wedges (optional garnish)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional garnish)
Method:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss chickpeas and diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread mixture evenly on the baking sheet.
- Roast for about 25–30 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Remove from oven, garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley, and a squeeze of lime.
Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Refreshing Hopium Drink: Watermelon Mint Spritzer
Why you’ll love it:
- Hydrating and refreshing
- Loaded with antioxidants and electrolytes
- Low sugar, naturally sweet, and cooling for summer heat
Ingredients:
- 4 cups fresh watermelon cubes
- Juice of 1 fresh lime
- 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves
- Sparkling water or soda water (chilled)
- Ice cubes
- Mint leaves and watermelon slices (for garnish)
Method:
- In a blender, blend watermelon cubes, fresh mint leaves, and lime juice until smooth.
- Strain the mixture to remove pulp (optional).
- Fill glasses halfway with watermelon juice, add ice cubes, and top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with mint leaves and watermelon slices.
Sip, relax, and savor!
Health Benefits (Hopium-Approved!)
- Balanced protein from chickpeas & sweet potatoes
- Rich in antioxidants from watermelon & sweet potatoes
- Digestive health & hydration from fiber-rich snack and electrolyte-rich drink
- Refreshing and mood-lifting perfect for reducing stress hormones and promoting happiness hormones (serotonin and dopamine!)
