This comforting, nourishing dish is perfect for when you need a mental reset. Packed with brain-boosting ingredients, it’s both satisfying and energizing.

Ingredients (Serves 2):

• Quinoa — 1 cup
• Chicken breast or tofu (for a vegetarian option) — 200 g
• Broccoli — 1 small head
• Carrots — 2, sliced into thin strips
• Red bell pepper — 1, sliced
• Baby spinach — 2 handfuls
• Olive oil — 2 tbsp
• Soy sauce — 2 tbsp
• Fresh ginger — 1-inch piece, grated
• Garlic — 2 cloves, minced
• Lemon or lime juice — 1 tbsp
• Honey — 1 tsp
• Sesame seeds — 1 tbsp
• Fresh cilantro or parsley — for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook the quinoa:
   Rinse the quinoa under cold water, then cook it according to the package instructions. Once done, fluff it with a fork and set aside.

2. Prepare the chicken or tofu:

   • For chicken: Slice it into strips and season with a little salt and pepper.
   • For tofu: Cut it into cubes and pat dry with a paper towel.

3. Cook the protein:
   Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chicken or tofu and cook until golden and cooked through (about 5–7 minutes). Remove from the pan and set aside.

4. Sauté the vegetables:
   In the same pan, add the remaining olive oil. Sauté the broccoli, carrots, and red bell pepper for 5 minutes, until tender but still crisp. Add the spinach and cook for another minute until wilted.

5. Make the sauce:
   In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, lemon or lime juice, and honey. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and mix well.

6. Combine:
   Add the cooked quinoa and protein (chicken or tofu) to the pan with the vegetables. Toss everything together until well coated in the sauce and heated through.

7. Serve:
   Divide the mixture between two bowls. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Tips:

• Add a handful of nuts, such as almonds or cashews, for extra crunch.
• For more spice, mix in a pinch of red chili flakes or a dash of sriracha.
• Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.

Enjoy your Sanity Boosting Meal—delicious, healthy, and uplifting!