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Whip Heavy Whipping Cream. Mix all ingredients together. Refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes before serving.
The main ingrediant of Guacamole is the Avocado which has many nutritional benefits. Avocados provide nearly 20 essential nutrients, including fiber, potassium, Vitamin E, B-vitamins and folic acid. They also act as a "nutrient booster" by enabling the body to absorb more fat-soluble nutrients, such as alpha and beta-carotene and lutein, in foods that are eaten with the fruit. The monounsaturated fat in avocados is oleic acid, which may help lower cholesterol. One study found that after seven days on a diet that included avocados, there were significant decreases in both total and LDL cholesterol as well as an 11 percent increase in the "good" HDL cholesterol.
A super yummy orange smoothie that makes a great snack or breakfast for under 200 calories.
To jazz these up even more, serve with a squeeze of lime juice, or dip in no-fat mayo or dressing (not included in nutritional info).
*Mix everything together and spread on a greased cookie sheet. Put in fridge until solid, then cut and keep in Tupperware in fridge.
Source: Adapted from The Perricone Weight-Loss Diet © 2005 by Nicholas V. Perricone, M. D., published in the United States by Ballantine Books, an imprint of The Random House Publishing Group, a division of Random House, Inc., New York.
This is a simple high energy, no added fat recipe. Its quick to make. Ideal for the unplanned days, though still remaining on track :)
These granola bars make a great on-the-toad, gym bag or lunch-bag snack. They are delicious and packed with good ingredients to satisfy you between meals.