9 Healthy Predinner Snacks
Dinner's at eight, but you just can't wait. A healthy snack will tide you over.
Creamy Feta-Walnut Dip
Place 2 cups plain nonfat yogurt in a sieve lined with a coffee filter. Let stand in the refrigerator for 1 hour or overnight.
Discard the liquid and spoon the thickened yogurt into a small bowl. Add ¾ cup (3 ounces) crumbled Feta cheese, 2 cloves minced
garlic, 2 tablespoons finely chopped toasted walnuts, ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon hot sauce. Mix
well. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to blend. Makes 1½ cups.
Pair Feta-Walnut Dip with cherry tomatoes, a whole-wheat pita, or baby carrots.
Health bonus: An easy way to get calcium, protein, and monounsaturated fat.











