Cooking for ADHD Means Adding a Kick of Flavor

Tropical Chickpea Carrot Salad

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, mix the carrots and chickpeas together. Then add the fresh fennel, parsley and cilantro.
2. Add the coconut water and toss.
3. Top with the pineapple and coconut.
4. Salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve cold.

Antioxidant Salad

Yield: 4 large servings (12 servings fruits and vegetables)

Every child with ADHD needs more antioxidants. They’ll get plenty with this salad. It’s great as an accompaniment to any more taste-neutral entrée.

Ingredients:

1 head red leaf lettuce, sliced into bite-sized amounts

2 cups spinach

1 cup arugula

1 cup fresh blueberries

2 cups mushrooms, sliced

1 cup strawberries, sliced

1 cup celery, sliced

½ cup raw walnuts, chopped

Directions:

1. Toss together the lettuce, spinach and arugula. Add the celery.
2. Add the mushrooms and strawberries. Toss lightly.
3. Add the blueberries and nuts.

Do you have any good recipes you know of that calm your child with ADHD? Let us know!