G.O.R.P
The classic hiking accompaniment makes a great snack.
Ingredients
1/2 ounce whole shelled (unpeeled) almonds
1/4 ounce unsalted dry-roasted peanuts
1/4 ounce dried cranberries
1 tbsp chopped pitted dates
1 1/2 tsp chocolate chips
Directions
- Combine almonds, peanuts, cranberries, dates and chocolate chips in a small bowl.
Calories Per Serving: 102
SESAME CARROTS
A simple snack, but the sesame seeds add a nice touch
Ingredients
2 cups baby carrots
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Pinch of dried thyme
Pinch of kosher salt
Directions
- Toss carrots with sesame seeds, thyme and kosher salt in a small bowl.
Calories Per Serving: 33
HUMMUS
This fresh version of a store bought favorite will blow you away with it’s fresh taste
Ingredients
2 cups canned garbanzo beans, drained
1/3 cup tahini
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tsp salt
2 cloves garlic, halved
1 tbsp olive oil
1 pinch paprika
1 tsp minced fresh parsley
Directions
- Place the garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon juice, salt and garlic in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Transfer mixture to a serving bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil over the garbanzo bean mixture. Sprinkle with paprika and parsley.
Calories Per Serving: 77
ROASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS
The Halloween favorite, is actually a nice healthy snack choice anytime of year.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups raw whole pumpkin seeds
2 tsp butter, melted
1 pinch salt
Directions
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- Toss seeds in a bowl with the melted butter and salt. Spread the seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for about 45 minutes or until golden brown; stir occasionally.
Calories Per Serving: 83
CHEESY POPCORN
This snack is so tasty you will think it can’t be healthy.
Ingredients
4 cups hot air-popped popcorn
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Cayenne pepper, to taste
Directions
- Toss popcorn with Parmesan and cayenne to taste.
Calories Per Serving: 75
TOASTED NUTS
Nuts are full of heart healthy fats. A simple toasting will bring out their full flavor.
Ingredients
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, or nut of your choice, you can also use a mix of nuts if you want.
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Spread the nuts out on a baking sheet.
- Toast the nuts in the oven until they are lightly browned, about 8-10 minutes. Do NOT burn.
- Cool and store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Calories Per Serving: 40
SUN DRIED TOMATO DIP
This dip is perfect for veggies, tortillas or other healthy options like melba toast.
Ingredients
1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, rehydrated
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 cup non-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup non-fat sour cream
basil leaves, for garnishing
Directions
- Puree the sun-dried tomatoes and balsamic vinegar in the food processor. Add the cream cheese and process until the mixture is smooth.
- Add the sour cream and pulse until combined. (Be careful not to over process or the mixture will liquify.)
- Transfer the spread to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh basil.
Calories Per Serving: 52