BLOG NUTRITION, FOOD
October 1, 2014
Host a Healthy Halloween
Halloween marks the start of the holiday season. It can feel overwhelming to plan a festive, fun but healthy party. Here are some ideas to try, which keep the fun of the season and the spookiness of the holiday, without focusing on a spread of processed foods:
Autumn-Style Trail Mix
- Mix Pumpkin seeds, lightly salted edamame, roughly chopped figs and cacao nibs for a healthier and seasonal twist
Orange Chocolate Bites
- Dip mandarin or satsuma orange sections in melted chocolate or dark chocolate for a lighter sweet treat
Festive Fall Sweet Potato Dip, with Veggies
- We love this recipe from Once Upon A Cutting Board's site, and would recommend serving it with a non-starchy veggie platter (veggies are great low-cal crunchy snacks for when the party is long and you're snacking more often):
http://www.onceuponacuttingboard.com/2012/01/southwest-sweet-potato-dip.html
Savory Snack Bags
- Stuff mini orange bags with a serving (3 1/2 cups) of Skinny Pop brand light popcorn for a high-volume treat. Great for movie or game nights where it can be easy to over-do portions! http://skinnypop.com/our-popcorn/naturally-sweet/
And if you're feeling extra crafty, check out these super-cute but healthy party menu items from Spoonful that are a festive feast for your eyes and taste buds! http://spoonful.com/halloween/best-halloween-recipes-gallery
How does your family celebrate Halloween? Share your tips, recipes or games with others here or on our Facebook site!
Happy Halloween!
MEDICALLY-BASED