Great for anytime of year, this fun dip using carrot chips puts a smile on all the faces around the table. A GOLO-friendly choice for gatherings and special occasions.

Hummus Serving size: 1/2 cup Each serving contains: 0 protein, 1 carbohydrate, 0 vegetables, 1 fat You can use 1/2 cup hummus for a protein OR a carb serving! Ingredients: 1 15-oz can chickpeas 1/3 cup Tahini paste 1/4 cup olive oil 1/2 large lemon, juiced 1-2 large garlic cloves Sea salt and ground black pepper, to taste 2 tsp cumin 3-4 Tbsp water (or use the liquid from canned chickpeas) paprika for garnish, optional fresh chopped herbs for garnish, optional Flavor Tip: If you do not like garlic, or have other seasonings in mind, season as you like. You can also opt for different veg...

GOLO Guacamole Makes 4 servings Each serving contains: 0 proteins, 0 carbohydrates, 1 vegetable, 0 fat Ingredients: 1½ cups avocado, peeled, pitted and mashed ½ lime, juiced ½ tsp sea salt ¼ cup onion, diced ¼ cup corn, thawed 1 ½ Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped 1 cup roma tomatoes, diced ½ tsp garlic, minced 1 pinch cayenne pepper to taste Directions: In a bowl, mash together avocado, lime juice and salt. Mix in the onion, corn, tomatoes, garlic and cayenne pepper. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour for best flavor.

Who says you can't eat fries while losing weight? Try this tasty recipe and enjoy this veggie side dish! This satisfying GOLO-friendly dish is packed with flavor.

Mini Egg BitesServing Size: 1 bite *This is an appetizer, as such it does not have enough of any food group to count as an entire serving. Enjoy responsibly. :) Ingredients: 6 Eggs 1 Cup Whole Milk ½ Cup Veggie of your choice, chopped Sea Salt and Pepper to taste Organic Cooking Spray or Coconut Oil 1/2 cup Cheese, shredded Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Whisk Eggs and Milk together in mixing bowl. Add Vegetables, Cheese Salt, Pepper and Herbs/Seasonings if desired. Grease muffin tins with Organic Cooking Spray or Coconut Oil. Pour into individual mini muffin cups. Bake for ...

Sweet Potato Skins Makes: 5 sweet potato skins *This is an appetizer, as such it does not have enough of any food group to count as an entire serving. Enjoy responsibly. :) Ingredients: 2 Tbsp Olive Oil 2 Sweet Potatoes, sliced into ¼ to ½ inch pieces (use a mandolin if possible) 1 ¼ tsp Sea Salt, divided ¾ tsp Black Pepper 1/3 Cup Cheddar Cheese 2 Avocados, peeled and diced 2 Tbsp Plain Greek Yogurt 1 Tbsp Fresh Lime Juice ½ tsp Smoked Paprika 2 oz Uncured Bacon (2 to 3 slices) cooked and crumbled 3 Tbsp Cilantro, chopped Directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line 2 rimmed baki...

Stuffed MushroomsServing Size: 1 Mushroom *This is an appetizer, as such it does not have enough of any food group to count as an entire serving. Enjoy responsibly. :) Ingredients: 2 lbs Mushrooms, cleaned and stemmed 3 Tbsp Olive Oil 1 Cup Feta Cheese, crumbled ½ Cup Kalamata Olives 1 Cup Tomatoes, finely chopped 1 tsp Garlic Powder Sea Salt and Pepper to taste Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Very lightly, coat the Mushroom Caps and the edges with Olive Oil and place on a rimmed baking sheet. In a small bowl, add Feta Cheese, Olives, Tomatoes, Garlic Powder and Salt and Pepp...

Mini Chicken Pot Pies Makes 12 Mini Chicken Pot PiesThis is an appetizer. As such, it does not have enough of any food group to count as an entire serving. Enjoy responsibly. Ingredients: 1 medium carrot, chopped 1 stalk of celery, chopped ¼ cup onion, chopped 1 Tbsp olive oil, for vegetables Sea salt and pepper to taste 1 tsp garlic powder ½ tsp thyme 1 cup chicken stock 3 Tbsp flour 12 oz chicken, cooked and cubed 2 slices multigrain bread, cubed (or 1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs) 1 Tbsp olive oil Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F. Sauté vegetables in olive oil until tender. Add salt, p...

Holiday Zucchini BitesServing Size: 3 *This is an appetizer, as such it does not have enough of any food group to count as an entire serving. Enjoy responsibly. :) Ingredients: 1 ½ Cups Zucchini, raw and finely diced into cubes 1 ¼ Cups Panko Bread Crumbs 1 Clove Garlic, finely diced ¼ Cup Red Pepper, finely diced 3 Eggs, lightly scrambled ¼ Cup Cheese, shredded Salt and Pepper to taste 1 Tbsp Olive Oil, to grease the cookie sheet Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place Zucchini, Eggs, Panko, Red Pepper and Cheese into a mixing bowl and stir to combine. Add Sea Salt and Pepper. ...

Healthy Holiday Spinach DipServing Size: ¼ Cup *This is an appetizer, as such it does not have enough of any food group to count as an entire serving. Enjoy responsibly. :) Ingredients: 6 Cups Spinach, chopped (frozen & thawed or cooked & drained) 2 Red Peppers, finely chopped ½ Cup Plain Greek Yogurt 3 oz Cheddar Cheese, grated 8 Tbsp Parsley, chopped ½ tsp Cumin Sea Salt & Black Pepper to taste Directions: Add all ingredients to a bowl and stir to combine. Add plenty Salt and Pepper. Note: if you are using frozen spinach, you can either add it to a frying pan over...