It was HOTCHACHA here in NYC recently. The city felt like it was melting!!! But, I am NOT complaining! Personally, I will take heat any day over the cold winter!!! It’s the Southern Italian blood in me:)
But, I must admit, there was one day that I was literally HIDING from the heat, and locked myself in my house, with my cat and Netflix…..and I kept feeling myself drawn to the fridge!! Yikes!
Lucky for me, I don’t keep junk food in my house, if it’s not REAL, I don’t eat it! Special thanks to my Mom and Dad:) As much as I BEGGED for chips, sugary cereal and chef-boyardee…..they wouldn’t allow it, and now I am so grateful!!! Because my parents ate REAL FOOD, I never really had the taste for junky stuff from boxes and bags.
But what about when you have the munchies?? When you just HAVE to have a little snack? Well, as long as it’s REAL and healthy, snack away!!
Here are my 5 favorite snacks, that will fill you UP not OUT!
Fat Free Greek Yogurt Parfait: This is so delicious you will want to kiss me:) Just take GREEK style fat free yogurt (without honey or pre-added toppings) and then YOU add an all fruit jam, and for some crunch a small handful of nuts or seeds or even your favorite cereal. Delicious!!!
Homemade trail mix: Take your favorite nuts and some raisins or other dried fruit (without added sugar) and throw them in a little snack pack zip lock. Easy peasy and no more getting HANGRY!!
Oatmeal: Sounds weird but this is a trick I do all the time. I take a little ramekin or small bowl, and put oatmeal, some cinnamon and raisins and add water. Place in the microwave for a minute or two, add skim milk and a little agave or honey for sweetness….so good!!!
The NON-CHUNKY-CHUNKY: I love chunky candy bars….yum! But not such a great thing for my booty. Take a few tablespoons of DARK chocolate chips (I keep these in my freezer) some raw sunflower seeds or almonds, and raisins. Mix them together and eat.
Kale Chips: These are THE BOMB and so good for you! Thanks to all that gave such great feedback and made these. I told you they were delicious! Check out the Video – Click Here to Watch Online
Do YOU have a fave snack that I left out?? Let me know! Email me at tracy@tracycampoli.com. Snack up buttercup!!