Salmon & Creamy Spinach with Mushroom Sauce

This recipe is inspired by the seasonal changes that happen late in the year, and the resulting lack of natural sunlight. As the days grow shorter and the sunlight scarce, I know many of us start to feel the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder, with its pesky brain fog, sleep woes, and mood dips. So, I thought, why not cook our way to a brighter mood? That’s where this Salmon & Creamy Spinach with Mushroom Sauce Recipe comes into play. It’s not just a delicious recipe; it’s a mood lifter, packed with vitamins and amino acids that can help tackle those fall and winter blues. Imagine tender salmon nestled in the most amazing creamy sauce, mingling with fresh spinach and earthy mushrooms – it’s the perfect dish to light up your dining table. And the best part? It makes for a fabulous main course!

• Omega 3s which prevent inflammation and boost brain function.
• Vitamin D – Did you know that Vitamin D deficiency is STRONGLY linked to overwhelming feelings of hopelessness? So if you’re not getting it through sunlight, be sure you’re getting it in your food!
• Vitamin B9 (or Folate) which plays a huge role in producing dopamine for your brain.
• Tryptophan produces serotonin, which elevates your mood, and melatonin, which leaves you feeling calm. That’s why you’re so sleepy after eating all that Thanksgiving turkey!