Healthy Latkes


Updated 12/20/06 12:34 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Healthy Latkes

Hanukkah lasts for 8 nights, so we're only halfway through the festivities. By now you might be wanting some variations on latkes. If you are looking for something a little more healthy or possibly you are watching your carb intake, try these cauliflower latkes. Here is a recipe for low fat latkes. Basically you just use the egg whites instead of the whole egg. Speaking of eggs, here's a Read more

3 Gluten-Free Make-Ahead Snacks to Satisfy Salty Cravings


Updated 05/18/12 5:52 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Gluten-Free Salty Snack Recipes

When you're craving something salty, crackers and pretzels are a popular choice, but they're not an option if you're avoiding gluten. You could buy pricey gluten-free alternatives, but they're not exactly the healthiest snacks. Here are three salty snacks you can prep ahead of time that are free of wheat, barley, oats, and rye. Gluten-Free Quinoa Pizza Bites Made with cooked quinoa, gooey Read more

Crispy Baked Zucchini and Sweet Potato Latkes


Updated 08/24/11 4:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Baked Zucchini and Sweet Potato Latke Recipe

A neighbor's generous zucchini gift inspired me to make something besides the usual baked sweet bread. Although they're traditionally made with potatoes, I whipped up a healthier batch of latkes using vitamin A-rich sweet potatoes and low-calorie shredded zucchini, which adds extra fiber, potassium, and vitamin C. Baking the latkes instead of frying in a layer of oil makes for a savory and sweet Read more