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Tips For A Healthy 4th Of July BBQ!

July 1, 2015

Are you ready for 4th of July picnics and BBQs? Don’t blow up your diet like a firework! Try some of these simple swaps and tips to keep yourself on track during the holiday weekend.

Hamburgers

  • Choose leaner meat, such as sirloin burgers.
  • Reduce your fat intake by avoiding fatty favorites like sausages and hot dogs.
  • You can grill up some veggie or turkey burgers or chicken breasts.
  • Add fresh vegetables on top, such as lettuce, tomato, onion, and peppers.
  • Skip the cheese on top if you’re watching your calorie intake.

Hamburger buns

  • Try swapping white flour buns for the whole grain option.
  • Whole grain English muffins are made “sandwich thin” as a great substitute.
  • How about ditching the bun altogether and using Portobello mushrooms to hold it all together?

Corn on the Cob

  • Simple fix- avoid slathering butter and salt on top.
  • Try squeezing some fresh lime juice on top. Don’t knock it until you try it!
  • If you’re looking to add more veggies, try grilling some kebabs with colorful peppers, squash, onions, and tomatoes.

Potato Salad

  • For added fiber and nutrients, keep the skin on those red potatoes.
  • Swap out a traditional recipe that uses mayonnaise for white wine vinegar, mustard, and a little olive oil.

Cole Slaw

  • Try making homemade recipes instead of ordering from the deli. This way you can control the ingredients!
  • Instead of using regular mayo, try some nonfat Greek yogurt.
  • Add some apple cider vinegar to the mix to give it the right flavor.

Steak

  • If you’re searching for a leaner steak, look beyond the beef.
  • Tuna or salmon steaks will grill up nicely, especially if you brush a little olive oil and season with some herbs and spices.

Potato Chips

  • Put them on your plate- don’t eat out of the party bowl. This way you can control your portion.
  • Make a swap for homemade kale chips- add a dash of salt, pepper, and a little olive oil before you pop them in the oven.

Ice Cream

  • Purchase individual serving sizes instead of a gallon size container. This way you can control how much is scooped and served.
  • Swapping for low fat frozen yogurt is good if you’re craving something sweet, but always keep those portions in check.
  • Freshly cut fruit mixed together makes a great dessert option!

Cocktails

  • Be aware of sweet drinks with are high in calories and low in nutritional value.
  • Margaritas and daiquiris are big time offenders!
  • Make your own fruity version with vodka, seltzer or club soda, a splash of fruit juice and some fresh fruit to garnish.

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