Healthier choices made easy.
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When any holiday comes up, it’s an excuse for me to forgo any sort of healthy eating. From the burgers to the beer, trust me, I want it all. But that doesn’t mean I don’t want to partake in some sort of healthy snacks or make some healthy decisions. Instead of regular beer, choose light, or instead of the salty snacks, eat some fresh veggies or fruit. It’s all about balance, right?
If you’re looking for some healthy snacks to bring with you to your Fourth of July BBQ, keep scrolling!
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ROASTED KALE CHIPS
To curb that salty craving, these kale chips are so addicting to snack on. I Heart Umami’s recipe is super easy to follow where she gives tips on getting these kale chips really crunchy.
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PINK BEET HUMMUS
Make this colorful dip for all your chips and veggies from Veggiekin’s blog. It’s naturally colored from the beets and is vegan too!
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TAJIN + VEGGIES/FRUIT
This is one of my favorite summer snacks! It’s so flavorful – it’s spicy and sour all at the same time. Cut cucumbers, jicama, or mango into strips and sprinkle some Tajin all over. For the full recipe, click here.
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STEAMED ARTICHOKES + AIOLI
This is one appetizer that’s sure to please! My friend from GoFitJo, shows you how to make this step by step so you can make this simple artichoke recipe every time.
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ELOTE CORN SALAD
Every time I make this corn salad, it’s a hit with all my friends! It’s a great side to bring with you, especially if the menu is very burger or sausage heavy.
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BERRY SPARKLERS
Here’s a classic recipe that’s very Fourth of July appropriate! It’s super simple and is so light and refreshing on a hot summer day.
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STRAWBERRY SAGE YOGURT POPS
To satisfy your sweet tooth, make your own popsicles instead of the sugar-filled pops you find at the store. The two main ingredients are just greek yogurt and strawberries, but if you’re going dairy-free, try these coconut water berry popsicles instead.
