Body Building Snack Stack

Ingredients Whole-wheat crackers 1 avocado, mashed 1 tablespoon lime or lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon cumin 2 tablespoons minced parsley, cilantro, or dill Lean ham or turkey deli meat Apple, sliced Low-fat cheese Directions Place whole-wheat crackers on a plate. Combine the mashed avocado, juice, cumin, and the parsley, cilantro, or dill together in a bowl. … Read More


Surprise Salad

Makes 12 servings Ingredients 1 apple 2 bananas 1/2 cup lemon juice 3 cups carrots, shredded 1/2 cup sugar 1/3 cup seedless raisins 1/2 cup low-fat salad dressing Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Wash apples, bananas, and carrots. Chop apple. Peel and slice bananas and put in a mixing bowl. Add lemon juice to keep … Read More


Tacos

Makes 12 servings Serving Size: 1 taco Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. lean ground beef 1 small onion, chopped 1/4 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 12 taco shells 2 cups shredded low-fat Monterey Jack or taco cheese 1 cup dark green lettuce, washed and shredded Directions Wash hands and surfaces. In a … Read More


Trail Mix

Ingredients Whole-wheat or corn square cereal Oat O-shaped cereal Pretzels Small animal-shaped cookies Raisins NOTE: Other cereals and dried fruits could be used for this trail mix. Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Put some of each food in a small bowl. Take one spoonful from each bowl and place in a baggie. Shake the baggie … Read More


Veggie Mix

Makes 2 servings Ingredients 1 carrot 1 potato 2 tablespoons water 1/2 teaspoon margarine 1 teaspoon brown sugar Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Scrub or peel carrot and cut into slices. Scrub or peel potatoes and cut into slices. Place vegetables in saucepan and add water. Cover and cook vegetables on medium heat for 10-15 … Read More


Food Group Funny Face

Makes 1 serving Serving Size: 1 cracker Ingredients 1 square graham cracker 1 tablespoon peanut butter 3 or 4 raisins 1 tablespoon shredded low-fat cheddar cheese 2 large green peas 1 grape Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Spread peanut butter on cracker. Sprinkle grated cheese at top of cracker for hair. Place raisins on cracker … Read More


Yogurt Pops

Makes 2 servings Serving Size: 1 yogurt pop Ingredients 1 (8-ounce) cartons of low-fat yogurt, any flavor 1/4 cup of orange juice 1 tablespoon honey Directions Stir the following ingredients together in a bowl: 1 carton yogurt 1/4 cup orange juice 1 tablespoon honey Pour the mixture into the paper cups and put in freezer … Read More


Vegetables with Pasta

Makes 8 servings Serving Size: 1/2 cup Ingredients 1 cup uncooked macaroni 1 (16-ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables 1 medium tomato, chopped 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/3 cup fat-free Italian dressing 1/4 cup chopped onion (optional) 1/4 cup chopped green pepper (optional) 1/4 cup chopped cucumber (optional) Directions Cook macaroni. While macaroni is cooking, place … Read More


Tossed Green Salad

Makes 12 servings   Ingredients 12 cups dark green leaf lettuce 4 cups tomatoes, chopped 6 green onions, chopped 2 cups cauliflower, sliced Low-fat salad dressing Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Wash lettuce in the colander under cool, running water. Drain well. Tear into bite sized pieces and place in a large bowl. Wash tomatoes … Read More


Taco Bowl

Makes 1 serving Ingredients 7/8-ounce bag baked corn tortilla chips 2 tablespoons mild salsa 1/2 tomato 1/2 cup shredded dark green lettuce 1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheese Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Wash tomato and lettuce. Dice tomato. Shred lettuce. Place chips in bowl. Top with lettuce, tomato, cheese, and salsa. Refrigerate leftovers immediately. … Read More


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