Skinny Dips and Snacks for Lunchboxes or After School

Here are two delicious dip recipes for dunking bite-size pieces of fruit. Kiwi and banana slices and whole strawberries were used for the nutrient analysis.

Honey-Almond Dip

Makes ¾ cup

• 2/3 cup plain nonfat yogurt
• 3 Tablespoons toasted, slivered almonds, finely chopped
• 2½ Tablespoons honey

Nutrition information per 2 Tablespoons dip and ½ cup assorted fruit:

• 103 calories
• 3 grams fat
• 3 grams protein
• 2 grams fiber
• 42 milligrams vitamin C

Chocolate Fudge Dip

Makes ¾ cup

• 6 Tablespoons plain nonfat yogurt
• 6 Tablespoons prepared chocolate fudge sauce
• 1½ teaspoons frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed

Nutrition information per 2 Tablespoons dip and ½ cup assorted fruit:

• 118 calories
• 4 grams fat
• 3 grams protein
• 2 grams fiber
• 42 milligrams vitamin C

Cantaloupe Surprise

Halve cantaloupes and scoop out seeds. Fill cavities with nonfat lemon yogurt and sliced strawberries, raspberries, grapes or any other bite-sized fruit.

Fruit Skewers

Thread strawberries, thick banana slices, and fresh or canned pineapple chunks onto a bamboo skewer.

Favorite Fruit Shake

Blend 1 cup fresh berries, ½ banana (cut into 1 inch pieces), ¼ cup vanilla nonfat yogurt, ¼ cup orange juice, and 1 cup ice cubes for a tasty treat.