Quick Snacks - Healthy Snack Ideas |
We all have times when we just have a taste for something, a little snack to munch on but it's important to choose these snacks wisely. Making healthy snacks is simpler than you think. It just takes a little planning and stocking up on some simple essentials so you are always ready for those snack attacks. Here are some quick recipes for snacks that won't make you feel guilty when you eat them and are good choices for a healthy diet. - Fresh fruit: Choose fruit like apples, bananas, grapes, plums, nectarines and peaches. Just be sure to check on them often for spoilage. You can also prepare ripe fruit by cutting into bite-sized pieces and place in individual containers in the refrigerator so they are always ready for snacking. You can also peel and section oranges and grapefruit and place in individual containers so they can just be popped in your mouth anytime. Frozen grapes are a great treat too especially on really hot days in the summer months. It's like a bite-sized popsicle. - Raw Vegetables: Here are some quick dip ideas for your vegetables. Just mix the ingredients and serve. Yogurt Dips: use low-fat or non-fat plain yogurt (non-fat plain Greek style yogurt works well in these dips because it has a thicker and richer consistency) with any of the following additions: chopped onions or Salsa Dip: use your favorite variety alone or mixed with either some non-fat or low-fat yogurt or sour cream and serve Salad Dressing: use your favorite low-fat dressing Hummus: use any variety of hummus you like. There are so many to choose from in the grocery stores these days so you will never be bored. Nut Butter Dip: - Other Quick and Easy Snack Ideas: A small serving of nuts or Low-fat or baked pretzels, air-popped popcorn, dried fruit of your own choice (like apricots, raisins, cranberries, cherries, etc.) and nuts (go easy on the nuts because of their fat content) Whenever you have a taste for a little something try these easy ideas for healthy and quick snacks.
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