What are some great snack South beach diet recipes?!


Question:

What are some great snack South beach diet recipes?

I am looking for things creative and that I can prepare ahead of time and take later in the day.


Answers:

Cheddar Cheese Kabob

Prep Time: 5 min
Total Time: 5 min
Makes: 1 serving

INGREDIENTS

* 1 oz. CRACKER BARREL 2% Milk Reduced Fat Sharp Cheddar Cheese
* 2 cherry tomatoes
* 1 small wedge green pepper



DIRECTIONS
Cut 2 (1/4-inch-thick) slices from block of CRACKER BARREL 2% Milk Reduced Fat Sharp Cheddar Cheese, then cut each slice diagonally in half to make 4 triangles.

Insert cheese pieces on small bamboo skewer alternately with 2 cherry or grape tomatoes and 1 small green pepper chunk.

Nutrition (per serving)
Calories 90

Total fat 6 g
Saturated fat 4 g

Cholesterol 20 mg
Sodium 240 mg

Carbohydrate 2 g
Dietary fiber 1 g

Sugars 1 g
Protein 8 g

Vitamin A 15 %DV
Vitamin C 15 %DV

Calcium 20 %DV
Iron 0 %DV


**** The SOUTH BEACH DIET Tip
This easy-to-make kabob can be served as a snack or simple and elegant appetizer.

Storage Know-How
Re-wrap cheese in fresh plastic wrap each time you use it. Store in airtight container or freezer-weight plastic bag in the refrigerator or freezer.



---------------- Crunchy Citrus Nuts


Prep Time: 5 min
Total Time: 25 min
Makes: 12 servings, about 1/4 cup each

INGREDIENTS

* 1 egg white
* grated peel from 1 medium orange (about 2 Tbsp.)
* grated peel from 1 medium lemon (about 2 tsp.)
* 1/8 tsp. ground cinnamon
* 1 can (11.5 oz.) PLANTERS Mixed Nuts
* 1 Tbsp. granular no calorie sweetener



DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 325°F. Beat egg white in medium bowl with orange peel, lemon peel and cinnamon until frothy. Stir in nuts until evenly coated.

Spread into lightly greased 15x10x1-inch baking pan.

Bake 20 minutes or until nuts are dry and lightly toasted. Sprinkle with sweetener; toss lightly. Cool. Store in airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition (per serving)
Calories 170

Total fat 14 g
Saturated fat 2 g

Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 110 mg

Carbohydrate 6 g
Dietary fiber 2 g

Sugars 0 g
Protein 6 g

Vitamin A 0 %DV
Vitamin C 0 %DV

Calcium 4 %DV
Iron 6 %DV

*** SOUTH BEACH DIET Tip
Plan a break in your day to snack on a serving of these citrus-infused nuts.

Creative Leftovers
After grating the orange and lemon peel, place the remaining fruit in a resealable plastic bag or wrap in plastic wrap and store in refrigerator for up to 2 days. Use the juice to add flavor to fruit drinks, marinades or fruit smoothies.

Great Substitute
Prepare as directed, using PLANTERS Unsalted Mixed Nuts or Cashews.

------------------- Italian Ricotta Cheese Spread


Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 3 hr 10 min
Makes: About 2-1/2 cups or 20 servings, 2 Tbsp. each

INGREDIENTS

* 1 container (15 oz.) POLLY-O Natural Part Skim Ricotta Cheese
* 1/4 cup KRAFT 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese
* 1/4 cup SOUTH BEACH DIET? Italian Dressing
* 2 Tbsp. sliced green onions
* 1 medium plum tomato, chopped
* 2 Tbsp. finely chopped pitted ripe olives



DIRECTIONS
Mix ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese and Italian dressing until well blended.

Spread into 10-inch pie plate; top with remaining ingredients. Cover.

Refrigerate several hours or until chilled. Store leftover spread in refrigerator.

Nutrition (per serving)
Calories 45

Total fat 3 g
Saturated fat 1.5 g

Cholesterol 10 mg
Sodium 90 mg

Carbohydrate 1 g
Dietary fiber 0 g

Sugars 1 g
Protein 3 g

Vitamin A 2 %DV
Vitamin C 0 %DV

Calcium 10 %DV
Iron 0 %DV

***** SOUTH BEACH DIET? Tip
Help your friends and family eat right with this flavorful cheese spread. Serve with your favorite cut-up fresh vegetables, such as broccoli or cauliflower florets, celery or jicama sticks, cucumber slices, mushrooms or bell pepper strips.




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