Phyllis Smith, Appetizers & snacks, 300 or fewer calories Recetas

Hemp Seed Balls

Powerful little protein bombs.

Tuna Stuffed Eggs

I first had these as part of a beautiful salad that also included fried eggplant rounds and several types of olives, at the Locanda Rosati near…

Jacques Pepin's Ravigote Sauce

Including this here so I can always find it -- wonderful on poached salmon.

Cafe Flora Asparagus Tarragon Scramble

Super simple for Springtime, asparagus and eggs. I use their recipe for Sundried Tomato Aioli with this, a…

Tuscan White Bean Spread

So good, so easy, so adaptable ... Make it the way YOU like it.

Giada's White Bean Dip/Spread

She calls this a sort of Italian version of hummus. It's excellent for dipping with pita bread or spreading on crostini.

Easy Whole Grain Flatbread (Mark Bittman)

This is beyond easy, and beyond delicious. I have only done it with chickpea flour, for a gluten free version.

Breakfast smoothie

Super berry green smoothie

Italian Bruschetta

This is as close as I have gotten to the treat I have enjoyed in Italy many times. Some regions include ricotta cheese, some have parmigiano…

Zuppa Di Verdure, Vegetarian

Quick, easy, good. Be careful not to overcook vegetables.

My Thick Split Pea soup

This is a very simple recipe, and my husband's favorite. No ham required.

Mexican Tomato Rice Soup

This can be garnished with avocado, sour cream or Greek Yogurt and cilantro. A smaller amount of stock will make a thicker soup; use your…