Posts Tagged ‘snacks’

This slightly sweet hummus is a fresh take on traditional flavors. Feel good about this snack! INGREDIENTS 1 large sweet potato (12–14 ounces), cooked and mashed 1 can (15 ounces) chick peas, drained, rinsed 1⁄4 cup tahini 1⁄4 cup fresh lemon juice 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 small clove garlic, halved 1 1⁄2 teaspoons…

Avocados are rich in heart-healthy fats which can help lower your cholesterol! INGREDIENTS 2 cloves garlic, minced (≈ 2 teaspoons) 3 scallions or red onion, minced (≈ 1⁄4 cup) 1⁄4 jalapeño, minced 2 avocados, peeled 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (juice of 1⁄2 a lime) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 pinch of sea salt…

Easy, delicious hummus that is smooth in texture and rich in flavor. INGREDIENTS 1 15 oz. can chickpeas, rinsed  and drained, or 1 ½ cups  cooked chickpeas ½ tsp baking soda (if using  canned) ¼ cup lemon juice (1 ½-2  lemons) 1 medium-to-large garlic clove, roughly chopped ½ tsp fine sea salt, to taste ½…

This healthy mixture of nuts and fruits will keep your hunger at bay! INGREDIENTS 1⁄2 cup almonds 1⁄2 cup walnuts 1⁄2 cup pistachios 1⁄2 cup hazelnuts 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds 1/3 cup sunflower seeds 1⁄4 cup dried cranberries 1⁄4 cup dried blueberries 1⁄4 cup dried goji berries 1⁄4 cup dried cherries DIRECTIONS Add all the…