Two Low-Calorie Summer Recipes
Greek Yogurt Treat
Ingredients:
- 3 oz Nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp cherry fruit preserves
- ½ tsp honey
- 2 tsp toasted walnuts
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place walnut pieces or halves on a baking sheet and toast for 12 minutes, or until golden and fragrant. Allow to cool.
- Spoon 3 ounces nonfat Greek yogurt into a dessert bowl. Top with 1 tablespoon cherry preserves.
- Drizzle with honey and top with toasted nuts. Serve
Serves 1
Nutrition Facts:
135 calories, 17 g carbohydrates, 9 g protein, 1 g fiber, 3.5 g fat (0.2 g saturated fat), 32 mg sodium.
Italian Bean and Tomato Salad
Ingredients:
- 2 cans white beans, drained, rinsed
- 2 cups cut fresh green beans
- 2 cups chopped tomatoes
- ½ cup light Italian dressing
- 2 tbsp chopped basil
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
Directions:
- Combine beans, tomatoes and dressing; cover.
- Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
- Sprinkle with basil and cheese before serving.
Serves 6 (1 cup servings)
Nutrition Facts: per cup
200 calories, 31 g carbohydrates, 12 g protein, 8 g fiber, 4.5 g fat (1.0 g saturated fat), 200 mg sodium.
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