Zesty Cheerios Diet Snack
Add a bold twist to your snacking routine with this Zesty Cheerios Diet Snack—an easy, flavorful treat that’s perfect for guilt-free munching. Made with plain Cheerios coated in a zesty blend of lemon zest, lime juice, garlic powder, and a hint of chili and paprika, this snack delivers a vibrant kick of flavor in every crunchy bite. A quick trip to the oven ensures a crispy texture that’s impossible to resist. With only 15 minutes of prep and cook time, this healthy snack is both convenient and satisfying, ideal for those looking for a lightweight, low-calorie snack option. Perfect for portioning out for meal prep or serving fresh for a crowd, this recipe is your go-to for wholesome flavor-packed snacking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cheerios cereal (plain)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons Chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lime juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, add the olive oil, lemon zest, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Whisk together until well combined.
Add the Cheerios cereal to the bowl and gently toss until all the pieces are evenly coated with the zesty mixture.
Spread the coated Cheerios in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even crisping.
Remove from the oven and let the Cheerios cool completely on the baking sheet. They will become crunchier as they cool.
Once cooled, transfer the Zesty Cheerios Diet Snack to an airtight container for storage or serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
673 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.2 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1165 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 12.8 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 416 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 32.8 mg | 182% | |
| Potassium | 372 mg | 8% | |
*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.
