What are your suggestions for a healthy appetizer or side dish?

Question

I'm attending a Mary Kay party over the weekend. Since it's starting at 11AM, the host has decided to serve lasagna and tossed salad for lunch. I'm planning on bringing something healthy as a side dish or appetizer. (I'm on Weight Watchers and want to supply something I know is good but low in points.) What suggestions do you have?

Answer 1

Rice side dishes are always good and you can add your own seasoning and flavors. Use plain rice.

One recipe I made was really good, since I do not like rice, it was good. I took some boil-in-bag rice and some potatoes, carrots, onion, shallot, garlic,celery and leeks, put in some vegetable broth like a soup, boiled vegetable half way then added rice out of the package and cooked til rice was tender. It was really good and healthy. I am vegetarian also so I am always coming up with delicious healthy recipes! Hope this helps!! Good luck!!

Answer 2

Fresh fruit with a dip. Folks can just much on the fruit, or add the dip for a little decadence. Sour cream with a bit of brown sugar (sometimes I add a little Grand Mariner or rum) makes a great fruit dip.

Dinner rolls with a bit of lemon zest or herbs mixed in make a nice side.

Answer 3

Bruschetta might be great for that! It's chopped tomatoes and spices on a crispy bread. Very festive and healthy!

Here is a recipe that they make on pizza crust, but you could substitute whatever you prefer for your own version.

Answer 4

I really like both fruits and fresh vegetables better, however they look and taste. You desire a little of both.

Answer 5

You can make a natural salsa. It's low in fat and low in carbs. When you make it yourself, you know there are no preservatives.

Answer 6

Broccoli or cauliflower or some kind of veggie casserole.