Not sure what to bring as a side dish to the next party? We know it can be difficult to go to family and friends parties without knowing if the food there will help you reach your goals. We recommend bringing a tasty and healthy side dish for everyone to try + you’ll be sure to have something that won’t compromise your goals.
Here are 3 delicious recipes to bring to the next party:
1. Cauliflower Tots Recipe
This is the recipe your friends will ask you to bring to every party!
Ingredients:
1 sack of cauliflower rice
2 large handfuls of spinach
1 cup full fat cottage cheese (I used @good_culture)
1/4 cup cheddar cheese
Garlic, rosemary and salt to taste
Direction:
1. Saute frozen cauliflower rice in a pan with chopped spinach and seasonings.
2. In a food processor or blender. Stir in the cottage cheese until smooth.
3. Let the cauliflower mixture cool and then combine it with the cottage cheese and cheddar cheese until combined.
4. Preheat your air fryer to 350 and line with foil or parchment paper
5. Use a spoon to scoop and form the mixture into “tots”
6. Cook for about 15-20 minutes. Mine took about 15, but check them regularly as all air fryers and ovens cook at different temps/rates.
2. Watermelon Feta Salad
This refreshing salad is the perfect combination of sweet and savory.
Ingredients:
Half of a Watermelon
One to two Cucumbers (depending on how many people you are serving)
Mint leaves
1 lemon
Optional: Balsamic Glaze
Direction:
1. Cut some fresh watermelon into cubes
2. Cut one to two cucumbers
3. Crumbled feta cheese on top
4. Sprinkle with fresh mint leaves
5. Squeeze lemon juice into the mixer
6. Optional: Drizzle with balsamic glaze for an extra burst of flavor.
And have fun! This dish is not only delicious but also hydrating, making it the perfect poolside treat.
3. HANGER BOMBS
This is the perfect sweet treat to bring to the dessert table! Delicious and guilt free! For more delicious guilt-free food and meals, check out my Guiltless Nutrition Recipe Book!
Ingredients:
1 cup almond butter
1/2 cup cacao butter
2 tbsp unsweetened baking cocoa
2 tbsp monkfruit sweetener (optional)
1/4 cup of chia seeds and/or hemp seeds
Direction:
1. Add cacao butter to a small saucepan over low heat and begin adding almond butter and monkfruit, if using. Let them all melt (3-5 minutes) while stirring occasionally.
2. Mix all ingredients (except toppings) in a medium bowl, and scoop into a lined muffin tin.
3. Sprinkle toppings on top and voilà! you are done
4. Place in the fridge or freezer to set up! If frozen, place them on the counter for 5-10 minutes before eating to soften a bit. Store in the freezer.
These three healthy recipes are sure to be a hit at your next party.