Tooth-Friendly Super Bowl Recipes

The Super Bowl is just a few days away! Are you hosting a party for the Big Game? Be sure to choose some tooth-friendly treats! Try out a few of these guilt-free game day snacks.

Tooth-Friendly Super Bowl Recipes

Hummus & Cucumber

Chickpeas are full of healthy nutrients that promote cell growth. The cucumbers are a healthy alternative to chips, and will help freshen your breath, too!

Ingredients:

¼ Cup Lemon Juice

2 Cans of Chickpeas

4 Tablespoons Sesame Seeds

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil

1 Garlic Clove

1 Teaspoon Cumin

1 Teaspoon Salt

1 Teaspoon Pepper

1 Cucumber

½ Tablespoon Parsley

Mix all of the ingredients in a blender (except the cucumber). Blend and place in a serving dish. Slice up the cucumber and dip a piece in hummus for a delicious treat.

Meat and Cheese Platter

Cheese is full of tooth strengthening calcium. Shape some sliced pepperoni in the shape of a football for a festive Super Bowl platter.

Ingredients:

Gouda

White Cheddar

Havarti

Pepper Jack

Whole Wheat Crackers

Healthy Dip

Everyone loves chips and dip, but why not swap out the unhealthy potato chips with baby carrots and celery sticks? Choose a low-fat dip and you won’t even notice the difference!

Ingredients:

Low Fat Dip

Baby Carrots

Cucumber

Celery

No matter what game day snacks you choose, remember to brush after! Prolonged snacking means more time for bacteria to eat away at your tooth enamel.

If you have any problems with your dental health or it’s time to schedule your biannual cleaning and exam, don’t hesitate to reach out to our office. Give a call at 203-254-3780 to schedule an appointment.

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