Nutrient-Rich Snack Swaps
Nowadays it seems snacking has become the norm for how we consume most of our daily nutrients. So holistic health coach and NOW® Wellness Expert Kelly LeVeque shares better-for-you makeovers to favorite snacks, that’ll suit the taste buds of the entire family.
Swap For: Scooping nut butter from the jar or simply snacking on almonds. These protein-rich bites are sure to satisfy any craving in a protein-rich way.
DIRECTIONS:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Soak dates in water for 20 minutes.
- Remove dates from water and blend with almonds, vanilla protein, strawberries and flax meal until puree consistency is reached. Add water if needed.
- Make 1 inch balls and roll them in coconut to coat.
- Store in the fridge for 5-7 days.
Swap For: Traditional store-bought brownies. These protein and fiber packed brownies will make you feel full in a delicious way. And you won’t even know they’re made with black beans! Plus, we’re using alternatives to conventional white flour and sugar to make these a bit more nutrient dense.
DIRECTIONS:
- Preheat the oven to 375°.
- Line a 9’x9” brownie pan with parchment paper & lightly spray the paper with olive oil.
- Puree the black beans in a food processor fitted with a steel blade until smooth.
- Add the coconut oil, almond butter, eggs, and vanilla and pulse a few times. Then, add the coconut sugar, cocoa and coconut flour and mix well.
- Fold in baking powder and blend just until mixed.
- Gently stir in the remaining cup of chocolate chips.
- Pour it all into the prepared pan and, if you’re feeling nutty, top with hazelnuts or walnuts.
- Bake for about 25 minutes. Serve warm.
- Can be stored in air-tight container for up to one week
Swap For: Potato Chips
DIRECTIONS:
- Preheat oven to 350˚
- Blend cashews, bell pepper, lemon juice, nutritional yeast and salt together.
- Place dry kale on lined baking sheet and rub mixture on it
- Cook for 15-20 minutes.
