All tagged Snacks

Trader Joe’s Champignon Mushroom Snack

I found this champignon mushroom snack during a recent visit to Trader Joe’s. I liked the idea of eating a whole food in replacement of highly processed chips, so I decided to share my first impression of this healthy champignon mushroom snack as a product/ingredient review. Check out my thoughts on the packaging, flavor, and price of this healthy snack!

Cucumber Boats

This week, I’ve tried another trending recipe on the internet — cucumber boats with cream cheese and everything bagel seasoning. This recipe is easy to pull together as a healthy, single-serving snack. Check out my cooking notes and the recipe video to make your own!

Cucumber Crab Bites

Cucumber crab bites are an easy summertime appetizer and snack. Using premade crab spread and cucumbers from the garden, these crab bites are light and healthy. In less than 5-minutes you’ll have a refreshing appetizer to serve and enjoy.

Caprese Crostini with Homemade Pesto

Just in time for spring! A healthy appetizer: Caprese crostini with homemade pesto. Building off of the Italian ingredients from last week’s homemade pesto, I’ve used fresh ingredients from the market to make delicious caprese bites. Less than 10-minutes of assembly and you’ll have an impressive appetizer.

Homemade Pesto with Basil and Pine Nuts

This week, I’m using my new mortar and pestle to make homemade pesto with basil and pine nuts. This recipe calls for fresh ingredients that make for a delicious sauce, spread, or dip. I love the garlicky flavor and deliciousness. Plus, you get a good work-out pulverizing the ingredients. Watch the video and download the recipe card to see how it’s made.

Homemade Hummus

An easy, homemade hummus that will impress your friends and family! Start with fresh ingredients and improvise with your final toppings to create a delicious homemade hummus recipe. Great to take as a healthy snack for work, or to pack with you for a party. Watch the video and download the recipe card to see how to make it.

Vegan Fig Newton Energy Balls

Sticking to my New Year’s resolution to eat more whole foods — I’ve decided to follow the recipe from @onelastbite_ to create these raw, vegan fig newton energy balls. Made with dried fruits and nuts these energy balls are healthy and perfect morning commutes. Check out how I made them and my thoughts about the final product.