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Zucchini Garlic Bites
Zucchini is one of those veggies that loves to crisp up in your air fryer. It can easily mimic more carb heavy snacks like potato chips or french fries. Zucchini is chock full of antioxidants as well as having high fiber content which will make you feel full and aid in digestion. These tasty Zucchini Bites are a great way to get your veggies in but also feel like you're having a treat! Try them in your air-fryer for that crispy "fried" taste.
TOTAL TIME
25 Mins
COURSE
Appetizer, Snack
CUISINE
American, Profile
SERVINGS
1
INGREDIENTS
- 1 bag Profile Salt and Vinegar Chips crushed
- Profile Marinara Sauce
- 1 cup zucchini grated and drained
- 1 egg whisked
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese
- 1-2 tsp. garlic
- 1 Tbsp. parsley
- 1 tsp. basil
- 1 tsp. oregano
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly coat a baking sheet with non-stick spray. (or consider using your air-fryer!)
- Use a cheese grater to grate zucchini. Place in a paper towel and wring out the moisture.
- In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients except the marinara sauce and mix well.
- Shape mixture into small balls, using about a tablespoon of the mixture, and place on baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden. Serve with warm Profile Marinara Sauce.
NOTES
Profile Exchange: 1 Profile Meal, 1oz lean protein, 1-2 cups vegetables, 2 fats
KEYWORD
Keyword air fryer, healthy swaps, profile comfort foods, Profile-Approved Zucchini, Zucchini
Fried Pickles
Depending on what part of the country you are from, you may know these as “frickles.” This classic bar food doesn’t have to be on your no-no list. Low in carbs because you are using the Profile Pancake Mix and low in fat because you are air frying instead of deep frying is a win-win. Enjoy this appetizer favorite and all the zesty flavors with a boost of added protein!
TOTAL TIME
25 Mins
COURSE
Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
CUISINE
American
SERVINGS
1
INGREDIENTS
- 1 package Profile Pancakes
- 1 egg white
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 1 ½ – 2 Tbsp. of water
- 1 small jar of dill pickle chips
INSTRUCTIONS
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Pat dry the pickle chips with a paper towel
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Combine Profile Pancake mix, garlic powder, and baking powder into large mixing
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Add egg white and water and mix all ingredients together
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Dip dill pickle chips in batter
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Add pickle chips into an Airfryer and bake for 8-10 minutes at 400 degrees
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Alternatively, place pickles on baking sheet and bake at 450 degrees for 8 minutes on each side
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Let cool and enjoy your fried pickles!
Tip: The secret to getting your air fryer fried pickles EXTRA CRISPY is to make sure you let the pickles drain out as much extra moisture as you can before frying. Put them in a strainer and then pat them dry.
NOTES
Profile Exchange: ½ meal replacement, ½ oz. very lean protein, 1 cup vegetables
KEYWORD
air fryer, Low-carb swaps
Baked Veggie Chips
This is a great way to use the Profile Simply the Zest Spice Blend Seasoning. Sprinkle on a little or a lot, depending on your taste, and pop these veggies in your oven or your air fryer. Either way you are in for the crunch of your life! Fresh produce is plentiful this time of year, and this delectable recipe is a great way to enjoy it.
TOTAL TIME
30 Mins
COURSE
Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
CUISINE
American, Profile
SERVINGS
8
INGREDIENTS
- To Taste Profile Simply the Zest Spice Blend
- 1 zucchini
- 1 large carrot
- 1 small sweet potato
- 1 small turnip
- 1 medium beetroot
- Olive Oil spray
INSTRUCTIONS
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees or put then in your air fryer at 390 degrees.
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Slice all veggies into uniformly thin slices.
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In a bowl, toss veggies with the oil and Profile seasoning until evenly coated.
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Spread out on a baking pan lined with parchment paper. Bake for 10 minutes. Flip over. Bake another 5-10 minutes until crispy and slightly brown but not burnt.
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Remove from oven or air fryer and allow to cool for a few minutes before consuming.
NOTES
Profile Exchange: 1 cup vegetables, 1 flex food
Bring your dishes to life with a dash of our Simply The Zest Seasoning. Notes of citrus married with pepper deliver a low-sodium zing of flavor that you will undoubtedly savor.
KEYWORD
Profile-approved
Low Carb Tortilla Chips
If you’ve been around the world of low carb foods for awhile, you may know about the many varieties of high fiber/low carb tortillas in your local grocery store. They are available in almost every supermarket and most brands are just as good as the next. Look for the packaging to say “High Fiber” or “Low Carb.” Crisp these bad boys up using either the oven or air fryer, it's up to you!
TOTAL TIME
15 Mins
COURSE
Appetizer, Snack
CUISINE
Mexican, Profile
INGREDIENTS
- 4 high fiber and low carb whole wheat tortillas
- vegetable oil spray
- herbs and spices to your taste
- optional: salt and black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
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Preheat oven to 375 degrees and spray a cooking sheet with vegetable oil spray.
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Stack tortilla rounds together and cut into 8 wedges.
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Place on cooking sheet individually; do not stack or double up giving them room to toast.
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Spray tops of tortilla wedges lightly with vegetable oil spray and toast till browned, about 5 minutes.
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Remove pan from oven and turn over wedges to brown on other side for 5 minutes or until crisp.
NOTES
Tips: Watch closely to prevent over-browning of chips. Serve with Hot Artichoke Dip and crisp fresh veggies! Also, great with our Healthy Greens Veggie Dip!
KEYWORD
Low-carb swap ideas, Low-carb swaps, Low-carb tortilla chips
Everything Bagel Chips
The Profile Pizza Crust has more uses than just as a pizza crust! A healthier version of the classic Everything Bagel Chips, you'll love the crunch without the extra carbs. This recipe is also a great way to use the Profile Everything Bagel Seasoning.
TOTAL TIME
20 Mins
COURSE
Side Dish, Snack
CUISINE
American, Profile
SERVINGS
1
INGREDIENTS
- 1 Profile Pizza Crust
- Profile Everything Bagel Seasoning
- Olive oil spray
INSTRUCTIONS
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Cut pizza crust into small triangles using a pizza cutter.
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Spray each triangle with olive oil spray and top with Everything Bagel Seasoning and place in air fryer.
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Bake for 10-15 minutes at 350, or until chips reach desired crispiness.
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Enjoy chips with guacamole, hummus, or cheese spread!
NOTES
Profile Exchange: 1 Profile meal replacement
KEYWORD
Air fryer recipes for weight loss, Low-carb swaps, Profile Swaps
Oven-Baked Kale Chips
Kale sometimes gets a bad rap as a healthy but tasteless food. That’s SO not true! Yes, Kale can be surprisingly delicious. It’s rich in Vitamin A, C and K, which makes it super healthy but it’s also really tasty if you prepare it right. You can use the oven or your air fryer for this. Follow this recipe for easy to make, low-carb Kale chips! They're a great substitute for your favorite snack chip.
TOTAL TIME
30 Mins
COURSE
Snack
CUISINE
American
SERVINGS
4
EQUIPMENT
- 4 oz fresh Kale
- 1 T Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp garlic powder optional
- Parchment paper
INGREDIENTS
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Preheat oven to 275 degrees or try it in an air fryer at 390 degrees.
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Wash and dry Kale, then cut out and discard center stems.
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Place ½ of Kale in the center of a paper towel and fold over to dry
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the Kale and to help flatten the Kale to make chips.
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Repeat with the other half.
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Cut the Kale into small pieces (2 inch diameter) to make about 40-45 chips.
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Line baking sheets with parchment paper and place Kale on a single layer. Note: You won't need the parchment paper if you use an air fryer.
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Using a pastry brush, dab a small amount of olive oil on each piece, then sprinkle with salt (and garlic powder).
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Bake 20 min until crisp but not brown.
Pro tip: the air fryer produces a similar, delicious result as deep frying without all of the oil!
INSTRUCTIONS
Profile Exchange: 1 fat, 1 cup vegetables
KEYWORD
healthy swaps, Kale, Kale Chips, Low Carb Snacks, Profile Swaps, Weight Loss Swaps
Skinny Chili Cheese Dip
Now this just sounds like crazy talk, right? Chili cheese dip that is healthy AND tastes good? It’s all true. Using the Profile Vegetarian Chili you can create a lower carb and lower fat version of a true party and gameday favorite. You'll love this "skinny" version of a classic party dip.
TOTAL TIME
5 Mins
COURSE
Side Dish, Dip
CUISINE
American
INGREDIENTS
- 1 package Profile Chili
- 8 oz. of water
- 2 Laughing Cow Light Cheese Wedges
- 2 cups cut up raw vegetables of your choice
INSTRUCTIONS
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Prepare chili as directed mixing with 8 oz. of water.
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Add both cheese wedges and heat in microwave for 1 minute to melt cheese.
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Mix well and enjoy with veggies to dip.
NOTES
Profile Exchanges: 1 meal replacement, 1 fat serving; 2 cups vegetables
KEYWORD
chili, dip
Fat Free Yogurt Dipping Sauce
As long as we’re talking about chips and dips we have to mention the versatile fat free yogurt dipping sauce. Use it on veggies, one of the Profile chip recipes, or on a salad as dressing. No matter who you are, we all get a craving for a good dipping sauce sometimes! Here's an incredible fat-free dip that will blow you, your family and guests away.
TOTAL TIME
5 Mins
COURSE
Condiment, Sauce, Side Dish
CUISINE
American, Profile
INGREDIENTS
- ¼ cup Fat Free Greek Yogurt
- 1-2 T. fresh Chives coarsely chopped
- ½ medium Cucumber that has been seeded coarsely chopped
- Salt and ground Black Pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
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Pulse in food process or blender to combine.
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Enjoy with Zucchini Chips or use as a Fat Free Salad Dressing
NOTES
Profile Exchange: 1 flex food
KEYWORD
Fat Free Dip, Fat-Free Dipping Sauce, Low Carb Dip, Profile Dipping Sauce, Profile Friendly Dipping Sauce
Hot Artichoke Dip
Gooey, warm, cheesy and always a favorite appetizer. This dip is almost too good to be true. Low-fat, low-carb and all kinds of the flavor? You got to try this one out!
TOTAL TIME
1 Hr
COURSE
Appetizer, Condiment, Dip, Snack
CUISINE
American, Profile
INGREDIENTS
- 1 9 oz package frozen artichoke hearts thawed, drained, and chopped
- 3/4 cup of olive oil mayo or Walden Farms Mayo
- 1 8 oz block of fat-free cream cheese
- 3/4 cup of reduced fat Parmesan Cheese grated
- 4 cloves of garlic peeled, washed, and minced, or 2 T minced garlic from a jar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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Spray a 9 x 9″ baking pan with vegetable oil spray.
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Mix all ingredients in a bowl and pour into a 9 x 9″ baking pan that has been sprayed with vegetable oil spray.
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Bake for 35-40 minutes or until dip is hot and bubbly.
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Enjoy your hot artichoke dip!
KEYWORD
Healthy Chips and Dip, Low Carb Dip, Low Carb Snacks
Healthy Greens Veggie Dip
Did we save the best for last? That’s for you to decide, but this veggie dip will get you through many potlucks or snack days at work. Very similar to french onion dip and super easy to prepare it’ll be a hit in any situation. This perfect, healthy vegetable dip pairs great with veggies like Jicama, celery and broccoli.
TOTAL TIME
30 Mins
COURSE
Appetizer, Condiment, Dip, Sauce, Shake
CUISINE
American, Profile
SERVINGS
12
INGREDIENTS
- 1 10 oz: pkg. frozen chopped spinach thawed and drained
- 1/3 of English cucumber
- 3 T fresh chopped chives or green onion
- 1 1/2 cups of fat free Greek yogurt unsweetened
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp oregano leaves dried
- 1/2 tsp basil leaves dried
INSTRUCTIONS
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Place thawed spinach on a piece of cheesecloth or onto two heavy duty paper towels
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Fold up and squeeze out all moisture.
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Add spinach to food processor and pulse to loosen up.
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Add English cucumber and pulse.
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Add rest of the ingredients and pulse.
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Place in a serving bowl.
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Serve surrounded with low carb veggies like Jicama sticks, celery, cucumber rounds, radish slices, steamed artichoke leaves, broccoli, cauliflower, dill pickle slices, carrot spears, red, green and yellow pepper strips.
NOTES
Profile Exchange: Trace Fat; 32 calories; 1 flex food
KEYWORD
Fat Free Dip, Healthy Chips and Dip, Low Carb Snacks, Profile Snacks, Snacks for Weight Loss
