What are some great snack South beach diet recipes?!
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.