Even The Sexy Can Eat Right!

During the holiday season we have a tendency to over-consume.  Yes, even I, the Barefoot Diabetic, can get "the nibbles."  But never fear!  You, too, can eat good, nutritious food without guilt.  Below I have included a recipe taken from "Supermarket Weight-Loss Diet" magazine that could be used as an horderve for your holiday meals, or all year long!

BLT CUKES

 

3 slices crisp-cooked bacon, chopped

½ cup finely chopped lettuce

½ cup finely chopped baby spinach

¼ cup diced tomato

1 ½ tablespoon nonfat mayonnaise

Pinch of salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

1 large cucumber

Minced parsley or green onions (optional)

 

1.      Combine bacon, lettuce, spinach, tomato, and mayonnaise.  Season with salt and pepper; set aside.

 

2.      Peel cucumber.  Trim off ends and slice in half lengthwise.  Use spoon to scoop out seeds; discard seeds.  Divide BLT mixture between cucumber halves, mounding in hollowed areas.  Garnish with green onions.  Cut into 2-inch pieces.

 

Makes 8 to 10 pieces

 

Note:  Makes these snakes when cucumbers are plentiful and large enough to easily hollow out with a spoon.  You may make these up to 12 hours ahead of time and chill until serving.

 

NUTRITION INFORMATION

 

Nutrients per Serving (1 piece):  Calories 26, Total Fat 2 g, Saturated Fat <1 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Sodium 72 mg, Carbohydrate 2 g, Dietary Fiber

<1 g, Protein 2 g

 

Dietary Exchanges:  Free

 

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I shared samples with my Zumba class on Sunday (without complaint, mind you).  Truly delish!  Try it yourself!

 

Korky