It’s all a game!
The Super Bowl isn’t just
about the game- it’s about the people you are with, the yummy food, and the
commercials! Along with the fun, comes thousands of calories that are consumed.
Did you know that aside from Thanksgiving, the Super Bowl is one of the biggest
calorie feasts of the year? If
we are not careful, we could eat our daily intake of calories, doubled, during
one super bowl game.
It
is true, that for many of you, since your New Years resolutions, you
have been working hard to get into better shape. You have been determined to exercise
daily (or at least you try) and to eat well. You are getting ready for swimsuit
season, as Spring Break will be here in a NY minute!
So, don’t throw away your hard work on greasy chicken wings,
refried beans, nachos and beer!
I have found some recipes that are lower in calories and
much less fattening than the traditional Super Bowl dishes. There is no reason
not to lighten up! And, if you are going to someone else’s house for the game,
offer to bring something healthy! That way, you have no excuse not to eat
healthy!
Turkey Chili Taco
Soup
- 1.3 lbs 99% lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 10 oz can rotel tomatoes with green chilies
- 15 oz canned or frozen corn, drained
- 15 oz kidney beans, drained
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 16 oz fat free refried beans
- 1 packet taco seasoning (you can use 40& less sodium)
- 2 1/2 cups fat free low sodium chicken broth
In a large pot, brown turkey on medium heat, breaking up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. When cooked through, add onions and pepper and cook 2-3 minutes. Add tomatoes, corn, beans, tomato sauce, refried beans, taco seasoning and chicken broth. Bring to a boil and simmer about 10-15 minutes.
Serve with a few baked tortilla chips and your favorite toppings such as low fat sour cream, jalapeños, reduced fat cheese, chopped scallions, onions, or chopped fresh cilantro. Freeze leftovers in individual portions for future meals.
Healthy Nachos
1/2 c chickpeas, drained
1/2 c black beans, drained
1/2 c corn, drained
1/2 onion, chopped
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp paprika
1 tpsp chili powder
4 tbsp your favorite salsa
1/4 c shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 c fresh tomatoes, diced
1/2 c black beans, drained
1/2 c corn, drained
1/2 onion, chopped
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp paprika
1 tpsp chili powder
4 tbsp your favorite salsa
1/4 c shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 c fresh tomatoes, diced
4 servings of baked tortilla chips
Sautee
the chickpeas, onion, and spices together in a pan over medium heat. When
onions begin to sweat, add black beans corn, and salsa. When thoroughly warmed,
move to a serving bowl, top with cheddar cheese and tomatoes. Serve with the
chips, and enjoy! Dish is low in fat, high in fiber, nutrients and taste!!!
BLUE CHEESE DRESSING:
- To make the blue cheese dressing: In a small bowl, mash together the blue cheese and sour cream with the back of a spoon. Stir in the green onion and vinegar until blended. Set aside.
- To make the chicken bites: Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a medium bowl, toss together the chicken cubes, scallion, and 1 tablespoon of the pepper sauce. Thread the chicken on twelve 6" bamboo skewers, using 2 pieces of chicken per skewer. Arrange on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, toss together the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons pepper sauce and the butter. Arrange the cooked chicken skewers on one half of a serving platter in a single layer. Brush the chicken cubes with the pepper sauce. Place the celery and carrots on the platter and serve with the blue cheese dressing.
Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies
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