Low-calorie canapes for success at Christmas

December is moving towards Christmas celebrations and inevitable family meals, some meetings that have caused controversy about the menu, which should be served (and cooked) not only at the table, but also much earlier. Because what to eat, meat is also controversial. Traditions sometimes conflict with the tastes of some and the eating habits of others. But palatal delight does not necessarily mean expending calories. Moreover There are healthy and delicious ideas for fun to the fullest.

Beyond the main dishes, these are some suggestions for low-calorie canapes to spark the discussion:

grilled mushrooms

In most cases, success lies in simplicity. Some simple oyster mushrooms on the grill—we can choose other types—could provide consensus at the table. and results in the perfect appetizer to whet your appetite. We just need to follow a few very simple steps for them to be ready. To start, we put the extra virgin olive oil in a bowl with minced garlic and parsley. Cook mushrooms in a pan with a little oil until golden brown on both sides. Then we pour the mixture. They will be ready to take to the table in seconds.

shrimp couch

An offer that is a classic Christmas meal, shrimp couchoffers a variety of possibilities. If we use them cooked or marinated with a little lemon juice, for example, it’s a good idea to serve them. on whole wheat bread with cheese and sliced ​​sweet and sour cucumbers. To get the cucumber this taste, pour a glass of white vinegar, a glass of water, a pinch of salt, a little black pepper, dill, a glass of sugar into a saucepan and let the mixture warm over the fire. Cucumbers are then added to get the desired sweet and sour taste.

steamed mussels

A plate of steamed mussels. verified


Steamed mussels always a quick and easy idea that will satisfy just about anyone’s taste. They require almost no work other than cleaning and these a nutritious snack and perfect as a starter for any meal. After we clean them, we just need to put them in a saucepan with some bay leaves, minimal water and some lemon. We cover, put the fire to medium heat and wait for them to open under the influence of steam. Then they will be ready to be served.

Avocado with deviled eggs

Following the classic deviled egg recipe, we only need to follow a few very easy steps. First, boil the eggs, peel them and cut them lengthwise. Then we take out the yolk and mash it together with the avocado with a fork – we can also pass it all through the blender –, salt and pepper and, if desired, add cilantro, scallions and tomatoes, or chopped red pepper. Fill the bowls with eggs and they will be ready to serve.

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