Keyword/Tag: Snacks

Game Day with Brighter Bites

Posted on October 6, 2017 by -

With football season in full swing, party snacks are in high demand. Though you might be accustomed to seeing a lot of WHOA-foods at your football watch party (think hot dogs, chips, dip, and chicken wings), it’s easier than you might think to get more GO-foods in on game day!

Brighter Bites has put together our own game day menu full of nutritious recipes that make for an easy and budget-friendly way to step up your celebration. Whether you’re hosting the tailgate or bringing an item to a friend’s, Brighter Bites has handpicked our most de-lish dishes so you can wow your crowd and encourage healthy eating.

So what’s on the menu? How ’bout Brighter Bites-approved dip, salsa, cookies, and more? Check out the recipes:

Game Day Menu

Better Than Ranch Dip
Black Bean and Corn Salsa
Chicken (No Chicken) Salad
Turkey Veggie Chili
Sweet Potato Cookies

Better Than Ranch Dip. Ranch dips are a favorite at game day parties. Why not swap out the conventional ranch for a healthier and just as tasty option? Serve alongside a variety of fresh broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, celery, snap peas, or cherry tomatoes.

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Black Bean and Corn Salsa. Game day parties are seldom complete without chips and salsa. This colorful and veggie packed salsa will be a great addition to your party food spread! Serve with whole wheat tortilla chips.

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Tip: To feed a crowd on a budget, use frozen or low-sodium canned veggies.

Chicken (No Chicken) Salad. Cold salads are a perfect party food item you can bring to your next game day party. It is simple to prep and easy to transport. Serve this refreshingly light dish with whole grain crackers.

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Turkey Veggie Chili. When the temperature drops during football season, what is more satisfying than a warm bowl of chili? This hearty chili recipe hits the spot without skimping on the veggies!

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Sweet Potato Cookies. Finally, every party needs a sweet treat! Enjoy these sweet potato cookies packed with Vitamins A and C.

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Happy game day and happy healthy eating!

 

The Big Apple!

Posted on December 5, 2015 by -

Fall is finally upon us! With the crisp, autumn breeze comes our favorite crisp, autumn fruit: the apple. With over 7,500 varieties worldwide and apple orchards located in every state, there are options galore for any apple lover. Below is a helpful table of the 12 most popular varieties of apples. Also listed are flavor characteristics as well as the best way to eat each variety. When shopping for apples, a firm, hard apple with a uniform texture is ideal, so avoid apples that have bruises or blemishes, and apples that are soft or have mushy spots. Finally, don’t be afraid to get creative! Along with the countless kinds of apples are the countless ways there are to enjoy them, from baking them into a pie to chopping them up for a fresh addition to a chicken salad, or just grabbing one for a healthy snack on the go!

Apple chart courtesy of the New York Apple Association

Apple chart courtesy of the New York Apple Association

 

All About Apples

Posted on April 10, 2015 by -

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For hundreds of years, apples have been associated with a healthful diet. They are high in fiber and vitamin C. The concept of eating an apple every day to prevent ailments dates back all the way to ancient Asian medicinal practices. However, not until the 1860s was the phrase recorded as, “eat an apple on going to bed, and you’ll keep the doctor from earning his bread.” In modern times the phrase has evolved into the popular, easy-to-remember saying, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Researchers who study the health benefits of apples concluded that eating an apple a day lowered unhealthy cholesterol levels in adults. The nutrients in an apples can also help reduce the risk of developing diabetes, Alzheimer’s and heart disease. If you think it might be challenging to eat an apple each day, then try some of our recommended recipes to help. Baked Apples for dessert or Crunchy Apple Crisps for a midday snack could help you along the way. You and your family will not be disappointed! Sources: The Washington Post, How Stuff Works