Fatigued? Try this Energy boosting Snack Mix


You will need:
1/2 cup dried edamame soy beans
1/4 cup roasted soy nuts
1/4 cup each dried apricots, dried mango, & dried pineapple
1 ounce each of almonds, raisins, walnuts, dates, & figs, & pistachios
1/2 cup unsalted sun flower seeds
1/4 cup granola clusters

*This recipe makes a large amount so you can keep it on hand for those on-the-go snacks for you and even the kids.

Snack mix recipe:
1. In a large glass bowl, add all ingredients and gently mix.
2. Enjoy!


Note:
Most of these ingredients can be picked up for $1-$3 each in pre-packaged bags. Check your grocery store or even dollar stores in the snack aisle. You can also find them at your local health food store but you may pay a tiny bit more there.

Optional Flavor options: (less healthy though!)
If you grow bored with this snack mix you can experiment with changing the ingredients or adding seasoning.

As an example, you could melt 4 tablespoons of butter in the microwave, stir in 2 teaspoons of honey, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, onion powder, and a dash of paprika. Pour over snack mix and gently toss to coat. Spread mix out on a baking sheet covered with wax paper and place in the oven at 215 F degrees for about 20 minutes. Check every 5 - 10 minutes and gently mix it around the baking sheet Spread snack mix on wax paper to cool & dry, then sprinkle with chive or sea salt.