Super Snacks
Just like people, recipes come in all shapes and sizes. From the extravagant feast to the on-the-go meal, I like to find fun foods for all occasions. However, recently it’s come to my attention that many of these foods are fattening (albeit flavorful) concoctions that the ordinary dieter would have to shun on principle, as if they could gain weight simply by staring at the picture.
Rather than exclude those readers who are looking to drop a dress size, I have compiled a list of simple recipes that are all under 100 calories –making them the perfect snacks between meals. No need to feel guilty while satisfying your sweet tooth with these tasty treats. Cutting calories has never been so delicious.
Treats for Under 100 Calories
1. Craving Chocolate?
Ingredients: Sugar free chocolate pudding mix, skim milk, fat free whipped topping.
Steps: Follow the directions on the box, top 4 oz. of pudding with 2 Tbs. of topping. Savor and enjoy for less than 75 calories.
2. Popcorn for your Palette:
Ingredients: 2 cups of air-popped popcorn, 1 Tbs. of Parmesan
Steps: Top popcorn with parmesan for a tasty snack. This 85-calorie treat is perfect for any movie night.
3. Scrumptious Salad:
Ingredients: 6 fresh basil leaves, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 oz. low-fat mozzarella cheese.
Steps: Toss together basil and tomatoes then top with cheese for a tasty snack for 100 calories.
4. PB and C :
Ingredients: 5 ribs of celery and 1 Tablespoon of Peanut Butter
Steps: Combine the two in whatever manner pleases you most, then feel free to annoy your coworkers with its 100-calorie crunch.
5. A Berry Tasty Snack:
Ingredients: ¼ cup Low-fat vanilla yogurt, ½ cup blueberries and raspberries.
Steps: Stir ¼ cup yogurt with ½ cup blueberries and raspberries. Let your tongue quiver with delight for only 90 calories.
Final Thoughts
Just because you’re looking to slim down and tone up doesn’t mean that your diet has to consist of nothing but salad and water (although there are some fine recipes for salads that I can dish up for you). Low-calorie snacks can keep you from bingeing on your next meal and make it easier to keep the mid-afternoon munchies from spoiling your diet.
Hopefully these tasty treats can help you cut calories without cutting out the flavor, enjoy!