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Crispy Za’atar Chickpeas

October 7, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

Craving something crunchy and flavorful? Our crispy za’atar chickpeas are the perfect snack or side dish! 🤤 Packed with protein and Middle Eastern spices, these chickpeas are sure to satisfy your taste buds. 🧆

 

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4 servings
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4 servings
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Ingredients
  • 15 ounces low sodium chickpeas rinsed
  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons za’atar seasoning
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Instructions
  1. Spread out chickpeas on a paper towel and pat or rub dry.
  2. Heat oven to 425 degrees.
  3. Place chickpeas in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil and za’atar. Stir to mix, ensuring that the chickpeas are evenly coated with seasoning.
  4. Line a heavy rimmed sheet pan with foil and spread chickpeas evenly on the pan.
  5. Bake in the center of the oven until crunchy, about 20 minutes, stirring and rotating after 10 minutes.
  6. Store any cooled leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week.
Recipe Notes

Crispy Za'atar Chickpeas Nutrition Facts Serving size 1/2 cup (109g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 120 % Daily Value Total Fat 4 g 5 % Saturated Fat 0 g 0 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 10 mg 0 % Total Carbohydrate 16 g 6 % Dietary Fiber 5 g 18 % Total Sugars 2 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 5 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 33 mg 2 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 229 mg 4 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: beans, chickpea, chickpeas, Side Dishes, snacking, Snacks

Candied Pecans

November 21, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

These Candied Pecans are the perfect appetizer or snack for any gathering or just to munch on at the end of the day! These Candied Pecans are lightly sweet and pair well with wines such as Moscato, Riesling, and Blanc du Bios.


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16 1/4 cup servings
Ingredients
  • 1 pound pecan halves
  • 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 large egg white
  • 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
Servings: 1/4 cup servings
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  1. Preheat the oven to 300 Degrees F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with either parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  3. In a bowl, combine the sugar, salt and cinnamon.
  4. In a large bowl combine the egg white, and the vanilla extract. Add the pecan halves and toss to coat the pecans in the egg white mixture.
  5. Sprinkle the sugar mixture overtop the pecans and toss again to coat.
  6. Spread pecans in a single layer on the lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Stir and spread out again and bake for another 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before moving. Once completely cooled stir and break apart nut clusters.
  8. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: appetizer, appetizers, pecans, snack, snacking, Snacks

Protein Hot Chocolate

November 21, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

This Hot Chocolate recipe has a little extra protein to keep you full and satisfied longer with your favorite seasonal drink. This big batch of hot chocolate is perfect for your family’s personal stash or to give as gifts to friends and family this holiday season.


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Protein Hot Chocolate
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14 4.5 tablespoon servings
Ingredients
  • 2 cups instant nonfat dry milk
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 scoops of vanilla protein powder, no sugar added (approx. 6 tbsp)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Servings: 4.5 tablespoon servings
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  1. Place all ingredients in a large bowl and stir until well combined.
  2. Store in air tight containers.
  3. Combine 4.5 tablespoons of cocoa mix with 8 –10 ounces of hot water, stir until dissolved. Enjoy!
  4. Give as gifts: 14 gifts – 4.5 tablespoons per container (one serving) 7 gifts – 9 tablespoons per container (two servings)
  5. Store in a cool dry place for up to 6 months.
Recipe Notes

Nutritional Analysis does not include mini marshmallows or other toppings.

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Desserts, drink, hot chocolate, snack, snacking, Snacks

Everything Spiced Nut Mix

November 15, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

This Everything Spiced Nut Mix will bring a rich and unique flavor to your next holiday gathering. Bring a bowl to share at your next potluck, or divide the recipe into small, airtight containers as an edible gift your friends are sure to love!


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12 1/3 cup servings
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  • CourseSnacks
Servings
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Servings
12 1/3 cup servings
Ingredients
  • 1 cup cashews raw, whole
  • 3/4 cup almonds raw, unsalted
  • 1/4 cup pistachios raw
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seed kernels
  • 40 fat-free mini pretzels unsalted, (about 2 cups)
  • 1 large egg white large
  • 1 teaspoon light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Poppy seeds
  • 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoons dehydrated onion flakes
Servings: 1/3 cup servings
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  1. Begin with a clean work surface and wash your hands.
  2. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
  3. In a large bowl, stir to combine the cashews, almonds, pistachios, sunflower seed kernels, and pretzels.
  4. I a small bowl, lightly whisk to combine the egg white, light brown sugar, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, kosher salt, and dehydrated onion flakes.
  5. Pour the egg mixture over the nut mixture and stir to evenly coat the nut mixture.
  6. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the nut mixture evenly over the top.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes. Let cool before serving.
  8. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
Recipe Notes

1/3 cup serving of Everything Spiced Nut Mix includes approximately 0.5 grams or 1% Daily Value of Added Sugar

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: almonds, appetizer, cashews, nuts, pistachios, snack, snacking, Snacks

Mediterranean Hummus Board

September 13, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

This recipe is the perfect way to add nutritious flavor to store-bought hummus! Pair this Mediterranean Hummus Board with your favorite vegetable “dipper” for an extra healthy option at your next gathering!


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Ingredients
  • 10 ounces hummus traditional flavor
  • 10 black olives halved
  • 10 cherry tomatoes quartered
  • 1/2 cucumber ucumber small diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1 Tablespoon reduced fat feta cheese crumbled
  • 2 Tablespoons pine nuts toasted
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
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  1. To toast pine nuts: Add pine nuts to a skillet (do not add oil) over medium heat. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning. Pine nuts are toasted when slightly browned and fragrant.
  2. Evenly cover the surface of a flat serving dish with the hummus. We recommend using the back of a spoon to create a decorative scalloped effect.
  3. Over the top of the hummus, evenly spread the black olives, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and pine nuts.
  4. Sprinkle the parsley, kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika evenly over the top.
  5. Divide evenly into 6 servings and serve with your favorite “dipper.” We recommend bell peppers, snap peas, or broccoli!
Recipe Notes

The nutritional analysis does not include dipper.

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: appetizer, board, hummus, snacking, Snacks

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