Party Poppers Galore

The time for parties is upon us! With weather getting warmer and summer right around the corner, we know you want to get outdoors and shake things.

We've picked out some great party poppers that everyone will enjoy. With these recipes, you’ll be sure to get a healthy dose of vegetables and protein. The party will never end with good eats like these around.

Five-Layer Dip

2 green onions
1 tsp. oil
1/2 cup cooked kidney beans
1/2 tomato, chopped
1 oz. reduced-fat cheddar cheese
2 Tbsp. salsa
1 Tbsp. fat-free sour cream

In medium bowl, combine one chopped green onion, oil, and cooked beans.

With a fork, mash beans to form a paste. Place bean paste in bottom of small bowl.

Top with chopped tomato. Top tomato with cheese, then follow with salsa. Spread sour cream over cheese layer.

Sprinkle with remaining green onion.

Servings: 4



Deviled Eggs

6 eggs, hard boiled
2 Tbsp. lite mayonnaise
Dash onion powder
1 tsp. Dijon mustard, dry
½ tsp. paprika

Remove shells. Cut eggs in half, lengthwise.

Remove egg yolks and mash them with a form in a small mixing bowl.

Add mayonnaise, onion powder, and dry mustard to egg yolks.

Spoon mixture into egg whites. Sprinkle with paprika. Chill before serving.

Servings: 2



For more party ideas check out the L A Lite Cookbook available at your local center.