8 Versatile Snack Ideas That Suit Most Dietary Restrictions
I talked to Cooking Light in this piece about healthy snacks and appetizers:
This is an easy plant-based snack to make, and will provide your guests with protein, fiber, and heart-healthy unsaturated fats, along with calcium and iron, says New York-based registered dietitian Maya Feller, RD. Bonus: They’re naturally gluten-free. (Maple syrup is still sugar, though, so diabetics will need to be mindful of their intake.)
To make: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Place 1/4 cup of warmed maple syrup into a bowl with 1 bunch of chopped, fresh rosemary. Add 1 lb of almonds and coat them with the mixture. Once coated, place a single layer on a sheet pan and roast for 5-7 minutes on each side, taking care not to burn the almonds. Once cooled, serve them alongside your appetizers or on a fruit and cheese platter.
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