Apricot Canapes

When it comes to eating healthy, most people choose to eat fruits as snacks and burn those extra calories that they have on them. This apricot canapés recipe is especially for those looking to keep it healthy and is a great alternative to those creamy desserts that you are craving. Plus this recipe is the perfect snack as it only takes a minute to get prepared.

Ingredients

• Freshly ground pepper
• 8 teaspoons crumbled blue cheese
• 2 ounces chopped shelled pistachios
• 16 dried apricots
• 1/2 teaspoon honey

Preparation

1. Place cheese over each apricot.
2. Sprinkle pistachios over the cheese and let some honey cover everything.
3. Garnish it with ground pepper and enjoy the delicious sweet and savory bites.

Kale Chips

Kale is quite healthy, and we’ve all been seeing fitness and nutrition experts stress the health benefits of this super food. So, what can be better than having kale chips as snacks? Get rid of those fattening potato chips that are soaked in oil and leave you feeling guilty later. This kale chips recipe needs to be added to your diet routine as a wonder snack.

Ingredients

• 1 bunch kale
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Preparation

1. Get rid of the stems and center ribs of kale leaves and chop them into 4 inch pieces.
2. Pour 1 tablespoon olive oil over kale leaves and toss them.
3. Now add salt and smoked paprika over the leaves and spread them over a baking sheet coated with cooking spray or vegetable oil.
4. Place the baking sheet into the oven and bake at 350 degrees F for 12 to 15 minutes or until the leaves have turned brown and crispy.
5. Take the kale out of the oven and enjoy.

Salmon Cracker

If you are a fitness freak or simply trying to get into the health club, you might have heard of the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids. These fatty acids are anti-inflammatory, which means that they prevent free radicals from causing cell damage. So, having salmon crackers as a snack for lunch is the best way to stay healthy and give your body the best food. The best part is that you will be able to make this in a few minutes.

Ingredients

• Pinch of salt and ground pepper
• 3 tablespoons low-fat cottage cheese
• 2 slices tomato
• 1 crisp bread
• 1 ounce smoked salmon

Preparation

1. Place crisp bread on a plate and top it with cheese.
2. Now add tomato and smoked salmon over the cheese and garnish with salt and pepper.
3. Enjoy every bite of this super healthy snack during lunch time.

Spicy Avocado Wraps

Not every time you are in the mood to eat light snack for lunchtime. So, when you are craving something flavorful, fulfilling, and healthy, you must definitely try this spicy avocado wraps recipe. It has all the super veggies and yummy chicken chunks as well. Plus the crunchiness of tortillas makes this recipe even better.

Ingredients

• 2 seeded wrap
• Few sprigs coriander, chopped
• ½ x 300 g pack Quorn (chicken style)
• ½ lime juice
• 1 avocado, stoned and halved
• 1 roasted red pepper
• ½ teaspoon mild chili powder
• 1 garlic clove, chopped
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Preparation

1. Place the chicken style pieces in a bowl and mix with lime juice, garlic, and chili powder.
2. Pour a little olive oil in a pan and fry the chicken for a few minutes.
3. While the chicken is preparing, warm the wraps by following the instructions on the pack.
4. Char the tortillas over the flame, but make sure they are not too dried.
5. Add peppers into the pan with chicken.
6. Place avocado pieces or squash over each wrap and place the chicken on top.
7. Garnish chicken with the coriander.
8. Roll the tortillas and cut them in half to enjoy your delicious snack.

Beans Quesadilla

Eating healthy means eating more snacks throughout the day and avoiding entire meals that may be fattening. This beans quesadilla recipe is perfect for lunchtime and will keep you fulfilled until your next meal or snack time.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon fried beans
• 1 tablespoon fresh salsa
• 1 6-inch corn tortilla

Preparation

1. Spread the fried beans on tortilla and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
2. Fold the tortilla in half and place in the microwave for the cheese to melt.
3. Once the cheese has melted, take the tortilla out of the microwave and enjoy with salsa of your choice.

Spicy Chickpea Nuts

Any type of nuts is great for those looking to shed weight and stick to a healthier routine. So, when you are craving a salty snack, try this roasted chickpeas recipe. This recipe contains little fat and tastes incredible as well. The crispiness of these spicy chickpeas will make for a perfect lunchtime snack for those looking for a delicious, filling, and healthy meal.

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F and place the rack in the upper-third section.
2. Dry the rinsed chickpeas and place in a bowl.
3. Toss with oil, marjoram, cumin, salt, and allspice.
4. Spread chickpeas on a baking sheet and place in the oven.
5. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes and make sure you keep stirring occasionally.
6. When browned and crunchy, take them out of the oven.
7. Let them cool and enjoy for lunch.

No Oil Or Butter Brownies

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup flour
• 2/3 cup 0% yogurt (Chobani or Fage)
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cocoa
• nonstick cooking spray
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 egg whites (optional)
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350 degree F.
2. In a bowl, mix all the dry ingredients.
3. Now add yogurt and egg whites into the bowl.
4. Take an 8x8 pan and spray it with little oil so that the batter doesn’t stick to the surface.
5. Spread the batter in the pan and bake for 30 minutes.
6. Take out from oven and cut into small pieces and enjoy while watching your favorite team play.

Cucumber Feta Dip

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoon minced onion
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 C (16oz) Plain 0% Greek Yogurt
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, finely chopped, and squeezed dry in a kitchen towel
• 1 C (8oz) crumbled feta

Preparation

1. In a glass bowl, mix all the ingredients.
2. Place the bowl in the refrigerator overnight.
3. Serve with raw veggies of your choice and enjoy the refreshing flavors.

Seven Layer Dip

The moment you add fried beans and dairy to your dips, that’s when it gets hard on your gut and takes a long time to digest. It is also not healthy to consume too much dairy. This seven layer dip recipe on the other hand is great for enjoying during an intense super bowl game without worrying about anything.

Ingredients

• Sliced black olives and scallions, to garnish
• 2/3 cup black beans
• 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
• 2 avocados, mashed well
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt

Preparation

1. Take a large glass bowl and spread chopped romaine lettuce at the bottom.
2. Now add the avocados on top of the lettuce and even it out with a spoon so that it is level.
3. Spread Greek yogurt on top of the avocados and even it out again.
4. Now add a layer of black beans followed by tomatoes.
5. In the end, sprinkle cheese over the tomatoes.
6. Add scallions and olives, and place the bowl in the fridge and serve during the game.

Baked Buffalo Wings

Ingredients

• Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
• 6 sprigs fresh thyme
• 3/4 cup hot sauce
• 3 pounds drumettes and wings
• 10 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 tablespoon butter

Blue cheese dip

• 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
• 1 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
• Scallions, to garnish

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 375 degree F.
2. Spray a little oil on an oven-proof pan.
3. Take a large bowl and place drumettes and wings in it.
4. Now season the chicken with salt and black pepper.
5. Place a pan over low heat and melt butter in it.
6. Now add garlic and thyme to the pan and simmer for about 3 minutes.
7. When you can smell the aroma of thyme and garlic, add hot sauce into the pan and stir.
8. Pour this mixture over the chicken, mix, and let it soak.
9. Place chicken in the fridge and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
10. Now take a small bowl and combine Greek yogurt and blue cheese.
11. Mix well and place it in the refrigerator.
12. Add chicken to the oven-proof pan and place it in oven.
13. Bake the chicken for 30 minutes and flip to cook evenly.
14. Baste the wings and bake for 25 more minutes.
15. Remove chicken from oven and let it settle for a few minutes.
16. Let the sauces soak in and enjoy this delicious dish with blue-cheese dip.

Spicy Garbanzo Beans

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons of spice mixture (curry Moroccan or Mexican mixture)
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 15-ounce can of chickpeas (garbanzo beans)

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 400 degree F.
2. In a colander, drain and rinse chickpeas.
3. Pat dry chickpeas with a kitchen towel.
4. Take a medium-sized bowl and add olive oil, spices, and sea salt.
5. Add in chickpeas into the bowl and mix.
6. Place chickpeas on a baking sheet.
7. Make sure they are arranged in a single layer.
8. Place the tray in oven and bake for 30 minutes or until chickpeas are crispy.
9. While chickpeas are baking, make sure you stir them so that they don’t get burnt.
10. Take out the tray from oven and add chickpeas into a serving bowl.
11. You can also sprinkle more spices on top.

Beet-Mint Yogurt Dip

Ingredients

• Kosher salt
• 2 cups Greek yogurt, preferably full fat
• 1/2 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon dried mint, divided
• 1 small red beet, peeled and grated (about 1 cup)

Preparation

1. Take a small glass bowl and add 1 tablespoon mint, 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and beet.
2. Combine all the ingredients and marinate for 5 minutes.
3. Add yogurt into the mix and season with a little salt.
4. Cover the bowl and place in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or as long as you like.
5. Once properly cooled, transfer the mix into a serving bowl.
6. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil over yogurt.
7. Sprinkle the remaining mint over the top and enjoy.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts Chips

Ingredients

• 10 Brussels sprouts
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350 degree F.
2. Use a paring knife to cut off the bottom part of the sprouts.
3. This will give you all the leaves.
4. Once all the leaves are removed, toss them with oil.
5. Place these leaves on a baking sheet in one layer.
6. Sprinkle some salt on top.
7. Place the sheet in oven and roast for 10 minutes or until the leaves turn slightly brown and crispy.

Spicy Sweet Potato Fries

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 large garnet yams or sweet potatoes, cut into wedges
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1 tablespoon chili powder

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 425 degree F.
2. Take a bowl and toss together olive oil, cumin, cayenne, garlic powder, chili powder, and sweet potatoes.
3. Let the potatoes get even coating of the ingredients.
4. Place sweet potatoes on a baking tray and into the oven.
5. Make sure that the cut-side is placed down on the tray.
6. Bake for 30 minutes.
7. Check the potatoes to make sure they are properly cooked and crispy.
8. Enjoy with a dip of your choice.