Simple Snack - Strawberry Peanut Butter Sammie

Strawberry Peanut Butter Sammie & Baby Carrots

Like me, I know a lot of you are short on time.  I often find myself saying "If only there were more hours in a day!".  Well, I wanted to share with you this SUPER simple low calorie snack idea that anyone (even kids) can make when pressed for time!

We're taking it back, old school style, with a slight twist on the staple PB&J sandwich ;)

Ingredients:

- 1/2 of an Arnold's Multi-Grain Sandwich Thin

- 1 tbsp of Jif Natural Peanut Butter

- 1/4 cup of Sliced Strawberries

- 3 oz of Baby Carrots

- 2 tbsp of Walden Farms Ranch Dressing

This heart-healthy meal contains 7 grams of protein and is under 200 calories total.  It is a great balanced meal that incorporates essential protein, good carbohydrates, fruits, and vegetables.

Ingredient Information:

Arnold’s Multi-Grain Sandwich Thins

• No high fructose corn syrup
• 0g trans fat
• 11g whole grains per serving
• Cholesterol free
• Excellent source of fiber

Jif Natural Peanut Butter

• Low sodium
• Made with five simple ingredients
• Available in Creamy or Crunchy

Strawberries

• Nutrient-rich and packed with antioxidants (like vitamin C)
• Promote eye health and aid in cancer prevention
• Help to improve skin’s elasticity and resilience
• Reduce inflammation

Carrots

• Help lower the risk of breast cancer, lung cancer and colon cancer
• Contain vitamin A which improves vision and skin tone
• Beta-carotene helps the body to fight against free radicals

Walden Farms Salad Dressings

• Zero Calorie
• Zero Carb
• Zero Sugar
• Fat Free
• Gluten Free

Enjoy!

Warm Carrot Cake Oatmeal

This recipe is absolutely perfect for fall!

I was so excited to try it out and was blown away by how scrumptious it was!  Inspired by a recipe posted on sarahfit.com which used quinoa, I decided to try quick cooking oatmeal instead.   It's wonderful because it incorporates fruits and veggies for a delicious balanced breakfast.  I made it as a hearty snack to satisfy my sweet tooth.  Using basic ingredients, it is super simple to prepare, taking only about 10 minutes total!  Wow!

Warm Carrot Cake Oatmeal  

(Serves 2)

Ingredients:
- 1 cup Cooked Oatmeal 
  (Cook according to directions, you only need 1 cup COOKED, should be about 1/2 cup uncooked)
- 2/3 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk (I used Vanilla Almond Breeze)
- 2 tablespoons Raisins
- 1/2 cup of Shredded Carrots (I shredded mini carrots in my VitaMix)
- 1/2 tablespoon of Stevia
- 1/2 tablespoon of Cinnamon (I probably used more like 1 tablespoon because I love cinnamon)
- 1 wedge Laughing Cow Smooth Sensations Cream Cheese Spread Classic Cream 1/3 Less Fat
- 1/4 cup walnuts or slivered almonds (optional topping)

Instructions:
- Prepare oatmeal according to directions.  
  (I used quick cooking oatmeal which took about 2 minutes in the microwave).
- In a small pot, combine almond milk, raisins and shredded carrots.

- Heat for about 5 minutes or until the raisins are plump.

- Add in the cooked oatmeal, Laughing Cow wedge, cinnamon and Stevia.

- Stir until the Laughing Cow Cream Cheese is dissolved.

- This recipe yeilds 2 servings, but, I broke it down into 3 servings to share with my parents!

- Top with your favorite chopped nut (I used walnuts of course).

Be prepared for euphoria in your mouth :)

 

 Enjoy!