Hey, Doll!
Hope you’re having a fit & fabulous day! I have created a list of healthy snacks for my dolls who are trying to start a healthy lifestyle or wish to continue along their journey of healthy living…
1. Veggies & Guac
- 1 pack whole guacamole minis
- 1 cup carrot sticks
- 1 cup celery sticks
Total: 170 calories
2. Fruit and Cheese*
- 1/3 cup dried apricots
- 1 oz Gouda cheese
Total: 290 calories
*Researchers believe that calcium found in dairy helps you burn more fat!
3. Steamed Edamame*
- 3/4 cup edamame
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 chili powder
- steam edamame, toss with oil, and season with garlic and chili powder
Total: 200 calories
*Low fat snacks high in soy protein, like edamame, may support weight loss according to research in the International Journal of Obesity.
4. Steamed Artichoke*
- 1 cooked artichoke
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- dash of salt
- Remove stems from artichokes, and stand upright in a steamer pot with water. Cover, and steam until done 15 to 20 minutes.
- Mix together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt to drizzle over artichoke.
Total: 160 calories
*Artichokes are number one for antioxidant levels among vegetables.
5. Apple and Almond Dip, with Cinnamon*
- 1 large sliced apple
- 2 tsp almond butter
- 3/4 tsp cinnamon
Total: 187 calories
Cinnamon helps rein in blood-sugar spikes after a meal, making you less likely to crash before lunchtime.
