Name: Protein Rich Snack Mix
Ingredients: 8 cups Rice Chex® cereal (gluten free); 1/2 cup salted soy nuts (roasted soybeans); 3 tablespoons olive or canola oil; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon chil powder (optional); 1 cup mixed salted nuts (optional); 1 bag fat-free butter-flavor microwave popcorn, popped (3 ounces) – Substitute fresh popcorn prepared on the stovetop or using a hot air popper; 1/3 cup shredded or grated Parmesan and Romano cheese blend (or just Parmesan)

Ingredients

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2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 green onions, sliced, white and green parts separated
1 cup corn kernels (2 ears corn)
1 cup shelled frozen edamame
1/2 cup chopped red or green sweet pepper (substitute sliced hot red pepper according to taste)
1 cup steamed green beans
1/8 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 teaspoons unsalted butter – optional
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh basil (substitute marjoram or oregano)

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium/medium-high heat. Add white part of green onion and cook until fragrant and starting to brown slightly, about 1 minute.
Stir in corn, edamame, sweet pepper, salt, and black pepper and cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes.
Remove from heat – stir in butter (optional).
Sprinkle top with remaining green part of green onions and fresh herbs.

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