Ideal for a healthy snack or as an extra ‘something’ in the school lunch box, popcorn is tasty, healthy and filling (thanks to the protein in the kernels). It takes mere minutes to pop your own, and you can then add as much or as little butter or salt that you like. So, go on, give it go!
Healthy Snacks
BLUEBERRY CREAM CHEESE BAGELS
With just three ingredients, blueberry cream cheese is simple and uncomplicated, and makes a very tasty spread for freshly baked bagels.
GRINGO’S GUACAMOLE
Guacamole is a must whenever you’re serving Mexican food, from tacos to nachos and burritos. It’s also just fabulous on it’s own. Dip a corn chip into it and pop it in your mouth, then go back for another … and another …
SAVOURY AVOCADO SALAD BOWLS
Avocados make such wonderful small bowls for mini salads. What’s more, you can eat the bowl! Change up the contents of this salad how you like (whether you are feeding kids or adults), but I think you’ll find this combo of ingredients is really scrummy!
HUMMUS TO HUM ABOUT
As far a flavour and texture go, bought hummus doesn’t hold a candle to the homemade version. And really, hummus only takes about 5 minutes to whip up, so why would you bother buying it anyway?!
BEETROOT HUMMUS
This quick and easy brilliant pink beetroot hummus is an eye-catching dip or Middle Eastern side.