Three Healthy Holiday Appetizers that Sleigh
Shanthi Appelo, MS, RD
| 2 min read
According to a YouGov survey of more than 1,100 Americans, roast potatoes take the No. 1 spot for the most popular holiday dish, followed by mashed potatoes and turkey. The holiday season often brings an abundance of indulgent foods. While it’s OK to enjoy your favorite foods, it’s a good idea to mix in nutrient-dense and vegetable forward options with the traditional spread.
Healthy holiday appetizers don't need to be bland or boring. Mini phyllo shells are a versatile vehicle for healthy and flavorful fillings. These crisp, flaky vessels offer a light, crunchy contrast to soft fillings. Try these three healthy, holiday-worthy mini phyllo shell appetizers with fresh fillings:
These seafood crab and dill bites are a perfect refreshing and protein-packed starter. Dill adds a burst of flavor while cucumber brings a crisp elementto this dish. Simply mix light mayonnaise with lemon juice and herbs, then add the protein to combine and fill the shells.
This bite-sized appetizer brings balanced flavor with fat from avocado, acid from lime, salt from turkey bacon and a sweet-tart flavor from sundried tomatoes. These bites will bring color to your holiday table.
This bite-sized appetizer brings balanced flavor with fat from avocado, acid from lime, salt from turkey bacon and a sweet-tart flavor from sundried tomatoes. These bites will bring color to your holiday table.
