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healthy summer snacks

(20 Recipes) Created by RAVINOO

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Strawberry Cheesecake Shake
Very Good 4.5/5

Large enough for two people (120 calories each)- or a filling "meal" for one... My family loves these. A great way to get your protein, dairy and fruit in one serving-- very filling! Even a friend who doesn't like cottage cheese loves this!

Submitted by OILPAINTER

Carbs: 36.4g | Fat: 2.7g | Fiber: 6.3g | Protein: 19.4g | Calories: 240.7
Fruit Pizza
Very Good 4.3/5

When looking for something stunning to serve at the next spring or summer gathering, try this quick and easy fruit pizza. It makes a delicious, refreshing dessert and a colorful centerpiece.

Carbs: 39g | Fat: 8.2g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 5.1g | Calories: 247.6
Balsamic Strawberries with Ricotta Cream
Very Good 4.1/5

Strawberries are combined with tangy and sweet balsamic vinegar and creamy ricotta in this quick and simple dessert.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 23g | Fat: 5.2g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 7.6g | Calories: 157
Spring Rolls
Very Good 4.3/5

This recipe is really easy; it's really more of a process than a recipe. Rice paper wrappers, which are available in the ethnic sections of most larger supermarkets these days, are a great way to wrap your veggies and protein for a quick snack or light lunch.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 9.7g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 9g | Calories: 113.1
Lemon Zucchini Dip
Very Good 4.0/5

This dip is great for a midday snack alongside vegetables or whole-grain crackers or as a cold sauce for sandwiches. This version is full of vegetables and fresh herbs instead of beans.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 3.7g | Fat: 2.4g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 1.3g | Calories: 37.9
Homemade Peanut Butter
Very Good 4.3/5

Making homemade peanut butter is easy, as long as you have a good blender or food processor.

Carbs: 7.9g | Fat: 19.9g | Fiber: 2.9g | Protein: 8.6g | Calories: 229
Broccoli-Raisin Salad with Chickpeas
Very Good 4.4/5

Broccoli salad is a summertime party staple. This version is healthier--with plenty of flavor from almonds and raisins!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 41.2g | Fat: 6.7g | Fiber: 11.8g | Protein: 12.3g | Calories: 246.1
Tangy Garlic-Citrus Parsley Sauce
Very Good 4.0/5

This sauce is great on grilled meats, and it makes enough for two meals. Try it on cooked pasta or roasted vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 2.3g | Fat: 6.9g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 0.5g | Calories: 68.1
Kitchen Basics: Hummus
Very Good 4.0/5

Start with this simple but flavorful recipe, then add in anything you'd like! Try it with fresh herbs like chives, cilantro, rosemary, or thyme.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 11.2g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 2.9g | Protein: 3.6g | Calories: 65.2
Pumpkin Dip
Good 3.9/5

Try this dip on a toasted whole-wheat bagel at breakfast or with apple slices or whole-grain crackers for a snack. It's even good with carrots.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 1.6g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 30.7
Very Good 4.2/5

Raw kale sounds gross, but it's good

Submitted by CSPAGNOLI

Carbs: 9.9g | Fat: 4g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 3g | Calories: 77.1
Massaged Kale Salad
Very Good 4.5/5

Even kale needs some love. Massaging an acid-based dressing into the fibrous green leaves tenderizes them, making the healthy vegetable more palatable in its raw form.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 4.1g | Fat: 3.2g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 1.9g | Calories: 50
This recipe has been marked private.
Cinnamon Glazed Almonds
O.K. 2.6/5

Whip up a batch and make sure to keep a stash hidden in your kitchen pantry when in the midst of a snack attack.

Submitted by ALMOND_BOARD

Carbs: 21g | Fat: 20g | Fiber: 5g | Protein: 6g | Calories: 300
Cheesy Vegetable-Stuffed Eggplant
Very Good 4.3/5

This recipe is part of "The SparkPeople Cookbook." Order your copy today! This was an excellent member-submitted recipe that required very few tweaks to improve its healthy profile.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 24.4g | Fat: 9.8g | Fiber: 8.3g | Protein: 9.6g | Calories: 208.8
FANNETASTIC FOOD'S Cinnamon Raisin Almond Balls
Very Good 4.4/5

These are SUPER easy, quick, and amazing – perfect for snacking on the go.

Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

Carbs: 26.7g | Fat: 12.1g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 5.9g | Calories: 220.3
Kitchen Basics: Creamy Herb Dressing
Very Good 4.3/5

Use this to dress your salad or as a dipping sauce for cut vegetables. Don't like cilantro? No problem, just swap it out for Italian parsley or dill.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 1.1g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 1.3g | Calories: 8.8
Tahini-Lemon Dressing
Very Good 4.2/5

Use this on falafel or a salad. Add fresh or dried herbs and it becomes goddess dressing. The toasted sesame oil imparts a stronger sesame flavor to the dressing.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 3.6g | Fat: 6.5g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 1.9g | Calories: 74.6
This recipe has been marked private.
Strawberry-Kiwi Yogurt Freezer Pops
Incredible! 5.0/5

These are so cute and colorful! The kiwi in the bottom of the cup not only adds more fruit and color to the freezer pop, it also holds the stick in place.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 7.8g | Fat: 2.6g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 1.3g | Calories: 56.8
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