I know “healthy foods” and “Super Bowl” go together like black socks and sandals but when you are trying to do right by your body you have to realize that healthy foods can go with any occasion, holiday, or major sports event. The playoffs are here and the Super Bowl is right around the corner. You may want to skip the BBQ pork ribs and nachos this year, but there are several healthy snack items that you can replace them with.
Homemade Guacamole Homemade guac is a simple treat and fairly healthy. Yes, it is pretty loaded with fat and even though it is considered a “good fat”, you may want to take it easy. Mash a few avocados, some onion, cumin, cayenne, fresh cilantro, and lime juice and you have the perfect dip for veggies and even a few baked corn chips.
Turkey Brats Bratwurst is a must have with big sporting events. Choose a lower fat turkey brat and grill it. Skip the bun and top with mustard and onions for a meaty snack.
Chili Chili can be an excellent health food. Switch out the ground beef with ground turkey breast. Add plenty of veggies and consider using vegetable broth as the base. A lower sodium broth is a good choice. Serve with hot sauce and crumble some of those baked corn chips on top to get the crunch of the crackers without the processed carbs.
Crudités (aka the veggie tray) Despite it being chocked full of veggies everyone, even those who don’t care about their waist line, will devour a tray of these. Put some light ranch out for dipping or try some hummus for something different.
The Super Bowl, just like Christmas, doesn’t have to be a huge road bump in your healthy eating. Simply incorporate some of these healthy foods and you can still have fun while keeping your calorie consumption at a somewhat reasonable level. However, like other holidays and special events, have fun. Drink a few beers and don’t feel guilty. Tomorrow will be business as usual and time to get back on track with those fitness goals.
Jan 27, 2010 @ 09:19:44
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