LindsayT 596 Posted June 18, 2023 I'm craving something crunchy. I'm not allowed raw vegetables yet. What are some good alternative options? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KathyLev 285 Posted June 18, 2023 I eat Ritz crackers for a crunch. Even on my pureed diet - you can chew them down to mush ~~~ ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CarolineLittle 92 Posted June 18, 2023 Crackers with Protein, dried chickpeas and Beans, nuts, pumpkin or other seeds. Air fry thinly sliced veg like carrot, sweet potato, zuchinni, beets to make homemade healthy chips. I plan to do that at some stage and eat with dips like hummus, tzatziki and salsa. Cucumber if allowed? 1 Petkato reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LindsayT 596 Posted June 18, 2023 I've never had roasted chickpeas. Recommendations on brand or flavor Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CarolineLittle 92 Posted June 18, 2023 I can't help there being on the other side of the world lol. I'm sure there all good. They're really yum Lindsay! Roasted Broad Beans are good too, they have a slightly nutty taste. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LindsayT 596 Posted June 18, 2023 I guess I have some homework. 1 CarolineLittle reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Petkato 12 Posted June 18, 2023 11 minutes ago, LindsayT said: I've never had roasted chickpeas. Recommendations on brand or flavor https://thegoodbean.com try this. They have roasted crunchy chickpeas. I have ordered even roasted Fava Beans from them . It is really yum. they have lot of other options Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LindsayT 596 Posted June 18, 2023 Just now, Petkato said: https://thegoodbean.com try this. They have roasted crunchy chickpeas. I have ordered even roasted Fava Beans from them . It is really yum. they have lot of other options Great! Thanks! 1 Petkato reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arabesque 7,413 Posted June 19, 2023 Cucumber wedges. Sprinkle with a little salt. Yum. The high Water content should make cucumber easy to eat & digest. Worth a try anyway. If you can’t have raw vegetables yet, which is so you don’t strain or overtax your digestion, roasted chick peas & fava Beans, & vegetable chips may be off the table too (too dry & coarse) but check with your dietician to be sure & for suggestions. You never know. I was told my vegetables had to be soft & well cooked (almost mushy) to begin. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuziDavis 546 Posted June 19, 2023 I am obsessed with Moon Cheese, its just baked cheese, has Protein, and its so good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LindsayT 596 Posted June 19, 2023 So I bought roasted chickpeas and roasted edamame. I tolerated them both really well. They are nice because they chew to a very small consistency. My only complaint is that it makes me thirsty because they are so dry. They satisfy the crunch craving, and I get Protein and Fiber, so win. Thanks for all the suggestions! Keep them coming if anyone has other ideas. 1 CarolineLittle reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CarolineLittle 92 Posted June 20, 2023 That's great Lindsay! I love edamame but have never had toasted ones. I have 4 tins of depodded ones, will have to air fry some. 1 LindsayT reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites