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Superbowl Snacks That Are Also Healthy

Football + Family and Friends gathering usually equals a lot of not-so-healthy food options. This year encourage your Superbowl party to support your health AND your team with these recipes that also deliver on flavor!

Quinoa Chili Fries:
https://meatlessmonday.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8f9935158441b7563030ecd70&id=0a0a3b8510&e=c328ae49d2

Cauliflower Buffalo Wings Bites:
http://www.meatlessmonday.com/recipes/cauliflower-buffalo-wing-bites/?utm_source=Meatless+Monday&utm_campaign=4aa0b52d48-MM_Newsletter_1_29_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_de1349b88c-4aa0b52d48-67562805

Eggplant Fries with Wasabi mayo:
2 Eggplants
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp wasabi powder
1/3 cup mayonnaise

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F, then cut the eggplants lengthwise into fry-like strips and place on a cookie sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and and little salt and pepper, then bake for 20-25 minutes. Remove, re-season with salt and pepper, and let cool before serving.

2. Dissolve the wasabi powder in 1 tsp water to make a paste, then add to the mayo and use as a tasty dip!

Step up your drinking game on Superbowl Sunday with these healthier options which include fruits!
Mimosas with Fresh Fruit Icecubes:
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/22745/mealtimes/breakfast-brunch/cocktails/?did=211994&utm_campaign=ew_nosh_012018&utm_source=etg-newsletter&utm_medium=email&cid=211994&mid=11196692531

You can't go wrong with dessert, even if it is a bit healthier! These brownies are delicious and the black beans actually give them added moisture for a much fudgier texture and little extra protein and fiber.
Black Bean Brownies:
1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
3 eggs
3 Tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup white sugar
1 tsp instant coffee (optional)
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease an 8x8 square baking dish.
2. Combine the black beans, eggs, oil, cocoa powder, salt, vanilla extract, sugar, and instant coffee in a blender; blend until smooth; pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the chocolate chips and/or nuts over the top of the mixture.

3. Bake until the top is dry and the edges start to pull away from the sides of the pan, about 30 minutes.

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