Eating whole grains and legumes is important not only for our physical health but for our mental wellbeing as well.
Research is emerging that a diet rich in whole grains and legumes is linked to improved mental wellbeing - highlighting the ‘mood and food’ connection.
This bowl celebrates these mood-boosting foods with its superstar ingredients being freekeh, an ancient wheat grain, and chickpeas, an age old favourite
legume.
Freekeh and chickpeas are both rich in fibre as well protein,
zinc and iron making them not only mood-boosting but a wonderful source of nutrients for your body, including your immune system.
You can usually find traditional harissa in the international section at the supermarket however, you might need to head to your local grocer if you are having trouble finding it.