Party food. The phrase alone is enough to induce fear and panic in anyone who is trying to eat healthier. But a Halloween-themed party menu, often dominated by candies, cakes and sugar, is extra scary!
Don't fear Halloween parties this year! We've compiled some not-so-devilish recipes that you can make for your guests, or offer to bring to your next costume party.
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Crawling Mexican Layer Dip
This party dip is always a hit! To draw the spider web on the top, put the sour cream in a sandwich bag, snip a small piece from one corner and squeeze.
123 calories, 2.8g fat, 6mg cholesterol, 662mg sodium, 13g carbs, 3g fiber, 11g protein
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Toxic Waste Soup
This healthy soup looks ominous and spooky, thanks to nutritious green peas. Serve with a bit of cheese to make this "hazardous" soup a real treat!
226 calories, 4 g fat, 13mg cholesterol, 557mg sodium, 31g carbs, 9g fiber, 17g protein
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Jack O' Lantern Smoothies
Melted chocolate painted on the inside of a glass makes this seasonal smoothie into a fun, decorative drink. Let kids paint their own funny faces!
147 calories, 1g fat, 6mg cholesterol, 80mg sodium, 28g carbs, 2g fiber, 7g protein
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Possessed Pumpkin Chowder
Trying to use up your Halloween pumpkins? This flavorful soup will do the trick!
173 calories, 6g fat, 18mg cholesterol, 474mg sodium, 25g carbs, 3g fiber, 5g protein
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Black and Orange Soup
Black beans and orange sweet potatoes might seem an odd combination, but they're perfect for Halloween!
274 calories, 1g fat, 0mg cholesterol, 1,455mg sodium, 57g carbs, 13g fiber, 11g protein
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Cackling Corn and Black Bean Salsa
The bright colors of this salsa will rival any fanciful costume. Stuff this light dish into orange peppers for a really festive display!
147 calories, 1g fat, 0mg cholesterol, 6mg sodium, 31g carbs, 7g fiber, 7g protein
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Black Sludgy Fudgy Brownies
Black beans in brownies? Sounds spooky, but beans add richness and fiber without adding fat—a tricky treat for sure!
105 calories, 3g fat, 37mg cholesterol, 84mg sodium, 17g carbs, 3g fiber, 4g protein
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Vampire Deterrent
Just a touch of this pungent condiment of garlic and parsley will flavor any meal—and ward off vampires as a bonus! Serve it with cooked meat, fish, or vegetables.
3 calories, 0g fab, 0mg cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 1g carbs, 0g fiber, 0g protein
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Witch's Cauldron Chili
Warm your family to the bone with this hearty one-pot meal. Take it to your next Halloween party!
185 calories, 6g fat, 24mg cholesterol, 434mg sodium, 22g carbs, 6g fiber, 11g fiber
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Bloody Popcorn Balls
Just add a dash of red food coloring to this mixture to dye traditional popcorn balls red. Warning: Eat this popcorn and face the fate of Lady Macbeth. Thy hands shall never be clean again!
157 calories, 2g fat, 5mg cholesterol, 21mg sodium, 36g carbs, 1g fiber, 1g protein
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Seasonal Stuffed Pumpkins
Pumpkins used as serving bowls can hide all sorts of mysterious foods, like eye of newt or frog livers! In this case, miniature pumpkins hold savory rice!
120 calories, 3g fat, 0mg cholesterol, 608mg sodium, 21g carbs, 2g fiber, 5g protein |
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