Ryvita has been around since the 1930s and is the go to snack for dieters looking to fill a gap without the calories. Made from whole grain rye they are high in fibre and a great healthy choice when it comes to snacking. The only problem? On their own they can taste pretty much like cardboard. There, I said it - they don’t exactly tantalize the taste buds. Follow these quick and easy steps to make your Ryvita into a culinary masterpiece that Gordon Ramsey would be jealous of. Okay, maybe thats going a little too far, but they will be tasty.

Savoury

1 - Hummous and veggies

Hummus is a great, tasty idea for spicing up some Ryvita. It’s very versatile due to the fact that it can come garnished with anything from jalapeno peppers to lemon and parsley, so whatever you’re in the mood for there will be a hummus to do the job! Simply spread the hummus over the ryvita and top it off with your favourite veggies. Peppers and grated carrot work especially well.

2 - Cream cheese

Possibly the most obvious, but nonetheless tasty idea, is cream cheese. Again, you can buy a different cream cheese to suit every taste, and you can always opt for a low fat one if you’re watching your calorie intake. Yet again, you can top this off with veggies - chopped tomatoes are especially nice with some oregano or basil on top.

3 - With soup

Ryvita can be great alternative to bread or croutons when you need something to give a little more bite to a bowl of soup. Shake some cracked black pepper over them and either dip them in or break them into small pieces for healthier croutons.

4 - Cheese and pickle

A great alternative to traditional crackers, top your Ryvita with your favourite cheese and either chopped silverskin pickles or some Branston pickle spread. Again, this can be adapted for dieters, just choose low-fat cheese and go easy on the spread.

5 - Smoked Salmon

Smoked salmon can add an air of sophistication to the humble Ryvita. Tastes great with cream cheese and some herbs on top.

6 - Tuna and cucumber

With or without mayonnaise, tuna makes a great topping for Ryvita. Add some cucumber to give it some crunch and help you towards your five a day!

7 - Curried chicken or Quorn

Some marinated chicken can add spice to Ryvita and give you some essential protein. For the vegetarians out there, substitute the chicken for Quorn and you’re good to go.

Sweet

8 - Chocolate and fruit

Spread your favourite chocolate spread over a Ryvita and top it with chopped strawberries or raspberries for a quick and easy sweet treat.

9 - Peanut butter and banana

Peanut butter is not only tasty but full of protein. This is a great way to satisfy a sweet tooth without being unhealthy.

10 - Honey and nuts

Drizzle a little honey over your Ryvita and top with some finely-chopped nuts for a great snack on the go. This is especially good if you don’t have time for those crunchy-nut cornflakes in the morning!

So there you have it, the top ten ideas to brighten up a Ryvita. Happy crunching!

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