Heart-Healthy Salt Sticks
Elevate your snacking game with these delightful Heart-Healthy Salt Sticks, a wholesome twist on traditional savory treats. Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour and seasoned with flavorful herbs like rosemary and thyme, these crunchy sticks are both delicious and mindful of your health. A light brushing of egg white ensures the perfect crisp texture, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds and cracked black pepper adds irresistible depth. Crafted with low-sodium vegetable broth and an optional salt substitute, this recipe is ideal for those seeking heart-smart snack options without compromising on taste. Ready in just under an hour, these homemade salt sticks make the perfect accompaniment to soups, salads, or as a guilt-free snack on their own. Try this easy recipe today and savor the goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 Egg white
- 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Cracked black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt substitute (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour and baking powder.
Cut the unsalted butter into small pieces and add to the flour mixture. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the low-sodium vegetable broth, mixing with a fork or spatula until a dough forms.
Lightly flour a clean surface and knead the dough for about 2-3 minutes until smooth. Roll the dough out into a rectangle approximately 1/4 inch thick.
Brush the rolled-out dough lightly with beaten egg white.
In a small bowl, mix together the dried rosemary, dried thyme, sesame seeds, cracked black pepper, garlic powder, and salt substitute (if using).
Sprinkle the herb and seed mixture evenly over the egg-washed dough.
Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the dough into sticks about 1/2 inch wide.
Place the sticks on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
Let them cool on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy these heart-healthy snacks anytime as a savory treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1272 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.6 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.3 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 672 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.8 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.2 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 39.6 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 131 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 3183 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
