This Asian-inspired spicy cucumber salad recipe is light, refreshing, and healthy. It's packed with fresh ingredients like crisp accordion cucumbers, green onion, soy sauce, red chili flakes, garlic, and sesame oil. The perfect 5-minute side dish, appetizer, and snack!

You've probably already stocked up on your favorite all-natural, mind-altering substance. But Healthy(ish) stoner snacks help you enjoy.

Golden, crispy, salty, crunchy chickpeas are delicious on salads or soups, paired with roasted veggies, or as a topper to a grain bowl. Here's how to make them.

These healthy high protein snacks are meal prep friendly, and will help to keep you full in between meals! Includes sweet and savory snacks.

Save money on your grocery budget with this easy, homemade fruit leather recipe. You will never go for store-bought fruit roll-ups again!

WARNING: This is a long post. It is a post you may have no interest in, and thats okay:) After a discussion in the car, my husband encouraged me to blog about what I have discovered about food, and having lots of free time to rest, I decided to do so :)... After loosing my weight (about 35 lbs) about a year ago, many people ask me "What do I eat?" I tell them it is a lifestyle change, healthy eating and exercise but I promise my biggest secret is what I do NOT eat. We had lunch today at a place that served little bags of Grippo's BBQ potato chips. Has anybody had these? They are DELISH and highly addictive. Made here in Cincinnati, Grippo's BBQ chips are a famous deal around these parts and I understand why. They have the most amazing seasoning of sweet, tangy and spicy that cover each chip that leave you wanting more and more. I was reading the ingredient list as I do with most foods...(which yes, I read the nutritional values too but I promise what is IN your food is much more important that fat and calories to me) and I discovered three things that highly disturbed me. Two of the ingredients listed on these chips happen to be two out of three "do not eats." Over my weight loss/ healthy journey I have really taken an interest into nutrition. Being a nurse, I love science, and have always loved nutrition but I have spent a lot of time learning about harmful effects of processed foods over the last year and have made nutrition a mini hobby of mine. I say this, but I am no expert. I want to take care of the body that God has given me, so for anyone who cares, here is my soap box of the three things you should avoid eating at all costs.... 1. Hydrogenated oil. Even if it says "partially hydrogenated" it is hydrogenated none the less. When an oil is hydrogenated, it is actually a process of forcing hydrogen into an oil at a really high heat and a really high pressure. Hydrogenated oils replace butter in many things and is a cheap way to add flavor and prolong shelf life. You will find this is MANY processed foods. It can be quite depressing really, because it is in SO much! Being pregnant, a box of cookies sounded so good to me the other day, so I went up the cookie isle and just about every Keebler or Peperidge Farm cookie contained these yucky oils. You may have heard hydrogenated oils be referred to as Trans fats... it is basically a fat that turns solid at room temperature. These fats contain trans fatty acids which are extremely bad for you and your heart. Because they are artificially made, our body doesn't recognize them and so it doesn't really know what to do with them. These trans fatty acids have been shown to contribute to heart disease, cancer , and diabetes. Again, I am no expert but the way I understand it is that FAT IS GOOD! Our body needs fat and our body won't stop being hungry until we get the fatty acids it needs. "Polyunsaturated fats" are the "good fats" found in things like olives, nuts, fish and eggs. These fats don't really make you fat and in fact, once our body receives these fats, our hunger mechanism will turn off because the body received the good fat it needed. The problem with these trans fats is that THEY MAKE YOU EAT MORE because they make you consume more fat to get the good fatty acids that you need. Besides causing disease, they are also bad because they interfere with the body's ability to use good fats. You may also see words in the label like "partially hydrogenated soybean oil" This is TERRIBLE because this oil actually slows your thyroid down which makes you tired and slows your metabolism. Look for hydrogenated oils in most cookies, chips and crackers. Bummer, I know. Heres the thing though, by taking care of your body your aren't stuck to tofu and wheat grass I promise. Here are a couple examples of swaps you can make to avoid these oils... Cool whip is CHEMICAL whip that contains hydrogenated oil. Instead, use.... Full fat, real whipped cream. I am not implying that whipped cream is a diet food. You don't really have to be on a diet to eat well. Eat these things in moderation and when you do need whipped cream, use the real stuff. Fat free cool whip is probably the worst! A general rule, dont buy FAT FREE because it is usually loaded with harmful chemicals to make up for the fat deficit. Again, not another diet food... but if you are going to eat potato chips, eat.... Lays classics or most kettle chips! Lay's classics contain potatoes, sunflower oil and salt. Thats it. Baked Lay's are low in fat, but full of junk! Again, Im not saying to loose weight, eat these, because they do have "saturated fat" but if you want an occasional potato chip, live a little and DO SO! Just eat pure chips. 2. High Fructose Corn Syrup. You may have seen commercials talking about how there is nothing wrong with HFCS. But here is why I don't eat it... It is a synthetic sugar. Again, your body doesn't recognize this as sugar so your body will tell you to eat more because it doesn't even think it is getting real sugar. A low sugar diet is best... Don't get me wrong, regular sugar in high doses also contributes to obesity and diabetes just as HFCS does, HFCS attributes to obesity more than sugar because it affects our normal appetite functions. Bottum line... What makes me not want to eat this substance... Our liver doesn't metabolize HFCS so it goes straight to fat. This stuff can even cause scarring to our liver. Again, the major bummer with this stuff is that it is in virtually EVERYTHING... breads, cereals, granola bars, yogurts, soups and condiments. However, more and more products are being made with out HFCS, you just have to look at the labels. Many times it will advertise "No HFCS" on the front of the package. Luke's new favorite no hfcs product... 3. MSG aka Monosodium glutanate. This stuff is a "flavor enhancer" linked to obesity. In short, it is the nicotine of food. It literally addicts you to the food it is added to and it changes the way your body breaks down fat, making you, well, fat. This stuff is in many processed foods and MOST fast foods and many chain restaurants. MSG is called an excitotoxin and can lead to Diabetes, stroke, cancer, seizers, high blood pressure and encephalitis. Your label wont always say MSG, it can be hidden in these words... Monosodium Glutamate Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Hydrolyzed Protein Hydrolyzed Plant Protein Plant Protein Extract Sodium Caseinate Calcium Caseinate Yeast Extract Textured Protein (Including TVP) Autolyzed Yeast Hydrolyzed Oat Flour Corn Oil That really stinks doesn't it? It feels like a full time job just to pick out food and this is where I want to drive my point... You have to have FREEDOM in your life when it comes to food. No person should be so obsessed with dieting that they would say I can NEVER eat this or that. The same goes for all of these "do not eats" Yes, I check my labels, and won't buy it I see that it is in there. But if I am going over to someones house and they have Dorritos, will I grab a couple? Sure! I can't be a wierdo always checking labels, and freaking out. Early in my pregnancy it was OREO's 100th birthday, and I had Luke run and get some OREO's. Not a norm, but a TREAT. I will occasionally have something with one of these three ingredients in it, I just dont make it a part of my regular diet. What I want you to take from this, is start being more aware of what you are eating. Being pregnant, I have eaten plenty of ice cream, cheeses and higher fat foods to give my babies what they need. I just eat REAL ice cream, REAL cheese, and avoid processed foods. It is amazing what delicious snacks and goodies you will find in your natural food section of your grocery store. God made us to enjoy food. God also made food... he knew what he was doing when he created fruits, vegetables and meats. Sure we can enjoy packaged food too, but try to buy packaged things with ingredients that you can pronounce... REAL and PURE food. So much of my healthy journey is not about the way I look, but the way I take care of the body that the Lord has provided me with :) Avoiding these ingredients is something I believe God has laid on my heart and something he has motivated me with to take care of my family. Luke is so appreciative to eat healthy, and has appreciated the weight loss benefits too. These "do not eats" will encourage you to cook more too. Last night we had chicken taquitos... something I once enjoyed out of a box, but I made them by scratch and it was an EASY recipe. I often look for simple recipes and find many on Dr.OZ.com. We had pound cake with strawberries and whipped cream for dessert. Again, I eat like I regular person and cannot deprive myself and live under bondage. I have discovered wonderful self control and discipline that the Lord has blessed me in wanting to take care of my body and health. I have found freedom in PURE food and I hope that you can enjoy the same freedom I have found :) Hebrews 12:11 No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.

These homemade Cheez Its are made with 6 basic ingredients including real cheddar cheese. Learn how to make them in this simple tutorial.

OVEN BAKED PARMESAN CRISPS are so good! Parmesan crisps truly make the most simple yet elegant snack. While you can buy them at the store for the price of an arm and a leg, it’s

These simple and delicious oven roasted chickpeas come out perfectly crispy and packed with so much flavor. They are made with just canned chickpeas, oil, and seasoning and are a wonderful healthy snack that even the kids will love!

No-knead focaccia is a super-easy snack idea made with zero effort and no technique (not even kneading). With the softest crumbs, fantastic texture, and delicious flavor, it’s the easy focaccia recipe you didn’t know you were looking for.

When you put seasoned saltines in the oven, you can pull out one of the South's favorite appetizers a few minutes later. So simple, yet oh so delicious.

This easy and creamy Taco Bell nacho cheese is an easy cheesy dip that you can make in the comfort of your own home.

Loaded with sweet, fruity banana flavor and plenty of nutty goodness, these fantastic banana nut muffins are perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert.

Learn how to make the best homemade hummus! It's creamy, dreamy and light. This hummus recipe is easy to make—no peeling chickpeas or overnight soak required. Recipe yields about 2 cups.

Here's a healthy gummy bear recipe that uses just fruit, honey, gelatin, and love. A tasty take on the classic (but kinda junky) kid's candy.

This homemade hummus recipe is quick and easy to make, super-smooth and creamy, and tastes so fresh and flavorful!

Super moist, EASY, and delicious, this is the Best Banana Bread recipe ever! It’s our favorite way to use up overripe bananas and it freezes really well too!

These Protein Bagels are an easy healthy version, using only 2 ingredients. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or as a snack

How to make chewy dehydrated bananas in a dehydrator, in the oven, or in an air fryer.

These easy homemade soft pretzels are buttery, chewy, salty, sweet and just like Auntie Anne's!

The exact recipe for Tanghulu Strawberries you see on TikTok! Make candied strawberry!

A step-by-step guide for making the best bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers.

This zucchini bread is an easy one bowl quick bread recipe that is perfect plain or you can dress it up by adding nuts or chocolate chips!

Let’s learn how to make perfect blistered shishito peppers with a garlicky aioli sauce! They are not only crazy delicious, but also super simple to make. An excellent paleo + whole30 snack or side dish made with only a handful of healthy ingredients + a skillet! For a vegan version grab your favorite vegan dipping sauce!

These popular, healthy, delicious, protein-packed banana muffins taste like classic banana bread, but are low in added sugar and way more filling!

TikTok Egg Boil is an easy-to-make recipe consisting of jammy or hard-boiled eggs, swimming in a spicy sauce made of garlic, butter, chicken broth and spices. This recipe makes for a tasty snack or light lunch.

Easy recipe for delicious Homemade Applesauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it makes the perfect sweet snack or healthy dessert.

Easy recipe for Cream cheese apple dip. A perfect way to enjoy crisp, Autumn apples. Just three ingredients for a healthy snack.

These roasted pumpkin seeds use one simple trick to ensure addictively crunchy pumpkin seeds every time! They are a great and healthy snack that the whole family is sure to love.

If you're tired of flimsy chips that break under the weight of your favorite dips, you’ve got to try this baked tortilla chips recipe! With just three ingredients—corn tortillas, oil, and salt—you can whip up sturdy, homemade chips perfect for even the thickest guacamole.

This easy buffalo cauliflower wings recipe is the perfect crowd pleasing appetizer to serve up for game day! These baked cauliflower buffalo wings are made with under 10 ingredients and are a great healthy snack!

This queso dip is so smooth and creamy and it's made with real cheese! We top this off with pico de gallo or a scoop of guacamole before digging in with our favorite tortilla chips.

Oven Roasted Asparagus Recipe – Looking for the perfect side dish? The roasted asparagus Recipe is the perfect springtime side dish, whether for brunch or dinner. Our garlic parmesan roasted …

Arepas con queso are savory, cheese filled corn cakes cooked until they are soft inside and crispy and golden brown on the outside. Perfect as a snack or served as part of a meal.

Delicious and easy homemade salsa

Make Outback Steakhouse's Blooming Onion Recipe at home tonight for your family. Our Secret Restaurant Recipe for their Bloomin' Onion and Creamy Chili Dipping Sauce tastes just like Outback Steakhouse's.

Roasted pecans, often called the "little black dress of appetizers," are one of the easiest, healthiest, and quickest snacks or appetizers to prepare. Toasting pecans in the oven brings out their natural oils and intensifies their rich, irresistible, nutty flavor.