Just when you are tempted to reach for that slice of bread, think again. There are plenty of alternatives, including this healthy snack. It will provide you with a satisfying taste and is packed with goodness.
It is great for an in between meal snack or even a light supper.
Ingredients:
2 Slices of pumpernickel bread
2 tbs of cottage cheese (full cream)
1 Fresh organic tomato
Red or Spring onion
Cracked pepper and Himalayan salt to taste.
Fresh parsley or basil to garnish.
Place pumpernickel bread on a plate. Spread the cottage cheese over the bread. Cover with sliced onion and tomato. Sprinkle seasoning to taste.Garnish with fresh herbs.
Most importantly enjoy the healthy snack!
Why Pumpernickel Bread?
Pumpernickel has a GI of 42. It is ideal for diabetics.
Pumpernickel is a brown bread made from course rye flower.
One slice of pumpernickel bread contains 2.26 g of protein, .81 g of total fat, 12.35 g of carbohydrate and 1.7 g of fibre. Pumpernickel is low in fat and cholesterol-free, with one slice containing a diet-friendly 65 calories