Chapter 18: Smart Snacking 271
Stage: Regular foods
Preparation time: 5 minutesYield: 1 serving (^1 ⁄ 2 cup)1 teaspoon light mayonnaise
2 teaspoon fat-free sour cream(^1) ⁄ 2 teaspoon lemon juice
(^1) ⁄ 4 teaspoon dried parsley
(^1) ⁄ 4 teaspoon granulated garlic
(^1) ⁄ 8 teaspoon black pepper
A dash of salt
(^1) ⁄ 2 cup baby carrots
T Parmesan Popcorn Delight
A little parmesan cheese and black pepper are all it takes to perk up ordinary popcorn.
This whole-grain snack is perfect for any occasion. Just be sure to check your surgeon’s
recommendations for popcorn before including it in your diet. This is one of those
foods that you may have to wait several months before eating.
Stage: Regular foods
Preparation time: 2 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 serving (2 cups)
2 cups popped light-butter microwave
popcorn
2 teaspoons grated parmesan cheese
(^1) ⁄ 8 teaspoon black pepper
Pop the popcorn according to directions. As soon as the popcorn is done, place 2 cups
in a small bowl, add parmesan cheese and pepper, and toss.
Per serving: Calories 80 (From Fat 30); Fat 3g (Saturated 1g); Cholesterol 5mg; Sodium 190mg; Carbohydrate 12g
(Dietary Fiber 2g); Protein 3g; Sugar 0g.
In a small bowl mix all ingredients except carrots until well blended. Serve dip with
baby carrots.
Per serving: Calories 60 (From Fat 20); Fat 2g (Saturated 0g); Cholesterol 5mg; Sodium 240mg; Carbohydrate 9g
(Dietary Fiber 1g); Protein 1g; Sugar 4g.