Snacks and Sides 

Roasted Edamame

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Serving Size: 1
• Essential Info: A crunchy snack high in protein and fiber.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup frozen edamame, shelled
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Toss edamame in olive oil, garlic powder, and salt.
3. Roast for 20 minutes until crispy.

Carrot and Celery Sticks with Tzatziki

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Serving Size: 1
• Essential Info: A refreshing and low-calorie snack.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup tzatziki sauce
• 1 carrot, sliced into sticks
• 1 celery stalk, sliced into sticks

Directions:

1. Serve tzatziki with carrot and celery sticks for dipping.

Pumpkin Seeds

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Serving Size: 1
• Essential Info: A crunchy, fiber-rich snack packed with healthy fats.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup pumpkin seeds
• 1 tsp olive oil
• ½ tsp chili powder
• Salt to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Toss pumpkin seeds with olive oil, chili powder, and salt.
3. Roast for 15 minutes until golden and crispy.

Cauliflower Rice with Cilantro Lime

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 minutes
• Serving Size: 1
• Essential Info: A light side dish that’s great with tacos or grilled dishes.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cauliflower rice
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 tsp lime juice
• 1 tsp cilantro, chopped

Directions:

1. Sauté cauliflower rice in olive oil for 5 minutes.
2. Stir in lime juice and cilantro, then serve warm.

Almond and Fruit Snack Mix

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Serving Size: 1
• Essential Info: A quick, nutrient-dense snack that’s great for energy.

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup raw almonds
• ¼ cup dried cranberries
• ¼ cup chopped apple or pear

Directions:

1. Mix almonds, dried cranberries, and chopped fruit.
2. Serve as a quick snack.

Cucumber and Avocado Sushi Rolls

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Serving Size: 1
• Essential Info: A low-cholesterol sushi alternative made with avocado and cucumber.

Ingredients:

• ½ cucumber, sliced into thin strips
• ¼ avocado, sliced
• 1 nori sheet
• 1 tsp low-sodium soy sauce

Directions:

1. Lay the nori sheet flat.
2. Arrange cucumber and avocado strips in the center.
3. Roll up the nori and slice into bite-sized pieces.
4. Serve with soy sauce for dipping.

Greek Yogurt with Berries

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Serving Size: 1
• Essential Info: A protein-rich snack that’s naturally sweetened with fruit.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• ¼ cup mixed berries (e.g., strawberries, blueberries)
• 1 tsp honey (optional)

Directions:

1. Spoon Greek yogurt into a bowl.
2. Top with berries and drizzle with honey if desired.