Most berries are excellent sources of health-
giving antioxidants and nutrients.
Sweet Blueberry
Crostini
(170 calories)
start to finish: 15 minutes
INGREDIENTS
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cup light ricotta cheese or crumbled
fresh soft-set paneer
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tbsp honey
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tsp finely shredded lemon peel
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cup fresh blueberries/frozen,
reconstituted or dried blueberries/
grapes, coarsely chopped
4
slices wholegrain bread, toasted
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cup sliced almonds, toasted
PREPARATION
1. In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese/paneer,
honey, and lemon peel. Stir in coarsely
chopped blueberries/grapes. Cut bread
slices diagonally into four pieces.
2. Divide blueberry/grape mixture among
bread slices. Top with toasted almonds.
Makes 4 servings.
Per Serving: 170
cal, 5 gm total fat
(lgm sat
fat), 4 mgchol, 124 mg sodium, 25 gm carb,
5 gm fibre, 8 gm pro. m
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Tips for
Purchased Snacks
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Opt for nutrient-rich snacks over high-sugar munchies
that have little pay-off.
2
Eliminate unplanned snacking by stashing treats in the
cupboard or in the refrigerator (follow out of sight, out
of mind concept).
3
Prevent over-indulging by measuring your portions or
buying one-serving snack packs. Never eat directly from
a standard-sized bag.
4
Make snacking a conscious activity—avoid munching
on autopilot while watching TV, working, or reading.
5
Choose low-fat options when nibbling cheese, yogurt,
and other dairy products.
