Eggnog, fried potato pancakes and creamy pies aren’t exactly good for anyone’s waistline and while we all deserve to indulge from time to time, holiday bites don’t need to be unhealthy to taste delicious. Here’s a look at some mouthwatering good-for-you nibbles for the holidays and beyond.
Healthy Bites For The Holidays And Beyond
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Sweet Potato and Avocado Bites
This recipe ingeniously swaps crackers or bread with a sweet potato base, resulting in a deliciously healthy one-bite appetizer.
Image: Pinterest via Blissful Basil
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Crispy Quinoa Bites
Still on the fence about quinoa? This recipe will convince you of its gastronomic appeal. Plus, it packs double the protein and fiber punch by also incorporating black rice.
Image: Pinterest via The Healthy Apple
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Zucchini Tater Tots
Baked instead of fried, these tater tots are also loaded with zucchini. (View the recipe here)
Image: Pinterest via Cupcakes & Kale Chips
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Sweet Potato and Spinach Bake
While this dish is perfect on its own, meat eaters can easily add in extra protein for a more hearty bite. (View the recipe here)
Image: Pinterest via BBC Good Food
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Buffalo Cauliflower “Wings”
What better way than a little sriracha to spice up some cauliflower? Easy to make, this recipe only has a handful of ingredients.
Image: Pinterest via Umami Holiday
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Quinoa and Kale Patties
Check out this versatile recipe to transform your leftover quinoa into hearty bites.
Image: Pinterest via Yummy Supper
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Black Bean Brownies
We've already shared fantastic dessert recipes made with avocados and now we bring you mouthwatering black bean infused brownies. (View the recipe here)
Image: Pinterest via Chocolate-Covered Katie
