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Snacks: 7 healthy beach recipes
When it's this hot outside all your family wants to do is hit the beach. Here are some healthy meal and snack ideas that pack up easily and don't require a lot of maintenance when you're relaxing in the sand.
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Healthy beach snacks
Food and the beach don't always go hand in hand but here are some twists on classic recipes that will hold up to a day in the sand. Just pack in some tupperware, grab a few forks and hit the road. Don't forget the sunscreen!
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Iced apple mint sun tea
If you're looking for a healthy alternative to sugary juices or soft drinks try this thirst-quenching iced tea that steeps naturally in the sun. Bring the simple syrup separately and let it brew while the kids play.
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Newfangled macaroni salad
Without messing too much with a good thing, this salad retains all the important parts of the oldfangled version but you don't need to worry about mayonnaise in the hot sun.
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Grilled corn salsa
This salsa is flavourful, colourful and easy to make. It's really to transport in a container and can be put on practically anything! Try it with homemade flaxseed and sesame crackers for that extra fibre boost.
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Whole wheat maple snickerdoodles
How can you not love something called a snickerdoodle? Just saying the name puts a person in a good mood. And eating the cookie is even better.
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Sesame roast chicken salad
This salad can be stuffed into whatever you have on hand: croissants, buns, pitas, whatever. Just pop into a tupperware or sandwich bag and pack them in the cooler.
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Fresh herb and carrot slaw
Crisp and fresh, this coleslaw won't go soggy being left in the lunchbox while they play in the waves. Perfect side-kick to a sandwich or just as a snack later in the day.
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Cherry tomato and chive guacomole
Everybody loves chips on the beach but this guacomole will amp up the traditional snack (and can sneak in some veggies). Make sure to keep it closed tight to avoid browning.
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