Marinated Artichoke Cheese Toasts

by the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.


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Marinated Artichoke Cheese Toasts
Yield: Makes 12 servings
This low-calorie appetizer provides vitamins A and C, potassium and calcium and has the added bonus of being low in sodium and fat.
Ingredients:
1
jar (8 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained

1/2
cup (2 ounces) shredded reduced-fat Swiss cheese

1/3
cup finely chopped roasted red peppers

1/3
cup finely chopped celery

1
tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons reduced-fat mayonnaise

24
melba toast rounds

Paprika



 
Preparation:
1.
Rinse artichokes under cold running water; drain well. Pat dry with paper towels. Finely chop artichokes; place in medium bowl. Add cheese, peppers, celery and mayonnaise; mix well.

2.
Spoon artichoke mixture evenly onto melba toast rounds; place on large nonstick baking sheet or broiler pan. Broil 6 inches from heat about 45 seconds or until cheese mixture is hot and bubbly. Sprinkle with paprika.



Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 2 toasts (without garnish)
Sodium 65 mg
Protein 4 g
Fiber 1 g
Carbohydrate 7 g
Cholesterol 4 mg
Saturated Fat 1 g
Total Fat 1 g
Calories from Fat 23 %
Calories 57
Dietary Exchange:
Starch 1/2


This recipe appears in: Vegetables