Ideas for a healthy party snack?

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jhbullen
jhbullen Posts: 4
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Hi,

I'm attending a get-together this weekend and would like to bring a snack / appetizer that is healthy and easy to prepare. I'm a little bored with my usual appetizers (guacamole, black bean dip, goat cheese) and would love to be inspired by something new.

Any ideas? Ideally, the recipe should:
- Be able to be prepared fairly quickly (in the evening after work, for example)
- Use only natural ingredients (no artificial sweeteners or over-processed foods)
- Go well with wine (it's for my neighborhood book club and, well, we should probably be called a wine club!)

Thanks in advance!
J

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  • veniceit
    veniceit Posts: 112 Member
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    Tzatziki, Hummus, and babba ganoush are pretty healthy if you make them yourself. Serve with veggie sticks and whole wheat pita bites.

    Veggie thin crust pizza. Easy to make and very yummy. I use spinach, onion, zucchini, ricotta (low fat) and fresh garlic. They're about 100 cal a slice.

    Have fun.
  • melodyg
    melodyg Posts: 1,423 Member
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    Fruit and cheese tray! :)
  • kmparks24
    kmparks24 Posts: 198
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    Homemade Hummus!
  • elmct57
    elmct57 Posts: 594 Member
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    i would bring a fruit plate with a dip (which i won't use but the others will enjoy) that way i get my low glycemic strawberries, apples, orange sections and they enjoy the grapes, melons, pineapple, etc. At least one of the wines should complement fruits.
  • capemim
    capemim Posts: 4
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    a new twist on caprese, mini low fat fresh mozzarella balls on skewers, alternate with cherry tomatoes and a piece of fresh basil. Just before heading out, drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Really pretty presentation on a platter. Low carb, but has low fat protein and fresh veggies.
  • lisajohnny
    lisajohnny Posts: 15
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    I've made this numerous times for different events. It is called Ugly Dip!

    2% Velveeta Cheese (1 block or you can use less depending on serving size)
    1 can of Rotel tomatoes with chiles and onions
    Optional: you can add a pound of lean ground beef or italian sausage

    Serve with Tostitos or Pretzels

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