A healthy diet helps to protect the human body against diseases such as obesity,cardiovascular diseases,
some types of cancer and skeletal conditions. Healthy diets also helps with maintaining an adequate body weight.
in this article we will cover one week of 5 healthy fat burning meals.
“I cant control everything in life but I can control what I put in my body”.
MONDAY
G.O.R.P
The classic hiking accompaniment makes a great snack.
Ingredients
1/2 ounce whole shelled (unpeeled) almonds
1/4 ounce unsalted dry-roasted peanuts
1/4 ounce dried cranberries
1 tbsp chopped pitted dates
1 1/2 tsp chocolate chips
Directions
- Combine almonds, peanuts, cranberries, dates and chocolate chips in a
small bowl.
(Makes 2 Servings)
Calories Per Serving: 102
TUESDAY
SESAME CARROTS
A simple snack, but the sesame seeds add a nice touch
Ingredients
2 cups baby carrots
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Pinch of dried thyme
Pinch of kosher salt
Directions
- Toss carrots with sesame seeds, thyme and kosher salt in a small bowl.
(Makes 3 Servings)
Calories Per Serving: 33
WEDNESDAY
HUMMUS
This fresh version of a store bought favorite will blow you away with it’s
fresh taste
Ingredients
2 cups canned garbanzo beans, drained
1/3 cup tahini
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tsp salt
2 cloves garlic, halved
1 tbsp olive oil
1 pinch paprika
1 tsp minced fresh parsley
Directions
- Place the garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon juice, salt and garlic in a blender
or food processor. Blend until smooth. Transfer mixture to a serving bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil over the garbanzo bean mixture. Sprinkle with paprika
and parsley.
(Makes 8 Servings)
Calories Per Serving: 77
THURSDAY
ROASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS
The Halloween favorite, is actually a nice healthy snack choice anytime of
year.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups raw whole pumpkin seeds
2 tsp butter, melted
1 pinch salt
Directions
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- Toss seeds in a bowl with the melted butter and salt. Spread the seeds in a
single layer on a baking sheet and bake for about 45 minutes or until golden
brown; stir occasionally.
(Makes 6 Servings)
Calories Per Serving: 83
FRIDAY
CHEESY POPCORN
This snack is so tasty you will think it can’t be healthy.
Ingredients
4 cups hot air-popped popcorn
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Cayenne pepper, to taste
Directions
- Toss popcorn with Parmesan and cayenne to taste.
(Makes 4 Servings)
Calories Per Serving: 75
SATURDAY
TOASTED NUTS
Nuts are full of heart healthy fats. A simple toasting will bring out their full
flavor.
Ingredients
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, or nut of your choice, you can also use a mix of
nuts if you want.
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Spread the nuts out on a baking sheet.
- Toast the nuts in the oven until they are lightly browned, about 8-10
minutes. Do NOT burn.
- Cool and store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
(Makes 8 Servings)
Calories Per Serving: 40
SUNDAY
SUN DRIED TOMATO DIP
This dip is perfect for veggies, tortillas or other healthy options like melba
toast.
Ingredients
1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, rehydrated
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 cup non-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup non-fat sour cream
basil leaves, for garnishing
Directions
- Puree the sun-dried tomatoes and balsamic vinegar in the food processor.
Add the cream cheese and process until the mixture is smooth.
- Add the sour cream and pulse until combined. (Be careful not to over
process or the mixture will liquify.)
- Transfer the spread to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh basil.
(Makes 10 Servings)
Calories Per Serving: 52
