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This dip is perfect for a party or healthy snacking. The avocado it contains is a healthy fat that regulates blood sugar to control cravings, while the black beans contain fiber to keep you full. By swapping sour cream for Greek yogurt, you’ll save roughly 200 calories per cup – so you can dig in guilt-free! Dr. Oz’s 7-Layer Fat-Fighting Dip Ingredients: 4 cups shredded lettuce 3 medium ripe avocados mashed and mixed with 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 1/2 cup Greek yogurt mixed with 1 package low-sodium taco seasoning mix 1 can black beans 3 medium diced tomatoes 2 cans sliced olives 8 oz 2% cheddar cheese Instructions: Starting with the lettuce on the bottom of a bowl, add each layer on top of the next, ending with sprinkling the cheese on top. Alternate one celery stick with each whole grain chip to cut your calories in half.

Pizza and nachos are two of my brother’s favorite foods; now he can enjoy them all at once. These nachos are the ultimate game day snack. I love that the recipe is adaptable, too. If pepperoni isn’t your thing, leave it off. Try adding mushrooms, artichokes, roasted red peppers, chicken, etc. Top the nachos with your favorite pizza toppings. The options are endless! Recipe > Pizza Nachos - Tasty Kitchen

I'm a big snacker and I'm always looking for healthy things to snack on. These asparagus baked fries are a great option,, It was so delicious! I served it with a Mahi sandwich, and I didn't miss the French fries at all. I didn't serve it with the Hollandaise. Instead, I served it with creamy Caesar with a dash of horseradish mustard,, Asparagus coated in panko bread crumbs and parmesan and baked until golden brown and crispy. Recipe >> Crispy Baked Asparagus Fries @ Closet Cooking

This Grilled Caribbean Jerk Shrimp was so fun to set on the table, a treat for my parents who were visiting for a few days. When grilled on the plank, the shrimp cook slower and turn out a bit saucier, with a hint of smoke. Simply fabulous! As a tantalizing appetizer, gorgeous salad topper, or main entrée star, this Caribbean jerk shrimp from the grill is one memorable course to any meal,, Recipe > Grilled Jerk Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers - Closet Cooking

These Lemon Herb Roasted Potato Nuggets are a terrific side dish with many meals like any roast chicken or lamb dinner or to serve with Greek Souvlaki. Lemon Herb Roasted Potato Nuggets Ingredients:     6- 8 large sized russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1½ to 2 inch chunks     juice of one lemon     ¼ to ⅓ cup olive oil (butter or other oil will work as well; a butter/olive oil combination is very good too)     ½ tsp kosher salt     ½ tsp cracked black pepper     1½ tbsp dried herbs, oregano, thyme and rosemary are good choices     1 whole garlic bulb broken into about 4 pieces (optional) Instructions  Parboil the potatoes in salted water for about 3-4 minutes, no longer.  Meanwhile in a 375 degree F oven, heat a baking pan of sufficient size to hold your potatoes without crowding them. A glass or metal pan is fine, as long as it is well heated beforehand. This will help...