Today is Cinco de Mayo, also known as May 5th. Traditionally it’s a holiday to celebrate the Mexican victory over the French at the battle of Puebla. But here in America it’s typically used as an excuse to drink beer and eat tacos. Whether you are celebrating Mexican independence or simply indulging in Mexican foods, here are 5 healthy Cinco de Mayo snacks.
Healthy Cinco de Mayo Snacks:
- Eat a corn tortilla:
- Corn is an excellent source of potassium which helps to normalize blood pressure and support brain health. Make sure you buy organic, non-GMO corn to get these essential nutrients.
- Keep it simple and delicious with this recipe from Bon Appetit.
- Try these Ezekiel Sprouted Whole Grain tortillas
- Mix up some guacamole:
- Avocado is an excellent source of monounsaturated fats (the healthy kind) and contains up to 4 grams of protein.
- Try this recipe from Eating Well recommended by Jason Mraz.
- Try some Jalapeño Poppers:
- Jalapeño peppers contain capsaicin which can help improve circulation, clear the sinuses, boost metabolism and more.
- Try this recipe from Minimalist Baker which happens to be vegan and uses nutritional yeast.
- Dip into Black Beans:
- Black beans are full of nutrients like fiber and iron and are helpful in preventing anemia and estrogen-related cancers.
- Try this recipe from the Food Network which incorporates coconut oil and fresh lime.
- Sip a Margarita:
- Tequila contains agavins which is form of natural sugar. When consumed in moderation, tequila can act as a probiotic and a digestion aid.
- Get the benefits of natural sugar and fresh lime juice with this recipe from Bon Appetit.
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