These healthy game-day goodies are sure to please the crowd!
1.
The Standard: Potato Chips & Sour Cream Dip
Try Instead: Crinkle Cut Carrot “Chips” (find them in the produce section) with smooth, creamy hummus (we like Trader Joe’s White Bean & Basil hummus.)
2.
The Standard: Beef Chili
Try Instead:
Tex Mex Chili Pie | Courtesy of the American Heart Association:
Serves 4; 1 1/2 cups per serving
Perfect for wintry nights or while watching sporting events, this hearty chili is accented with crisp corn tortillas, fat-free Cheddar cheese, and dollops of fat-free sour cream. This recipe is worth repeating, so save time now by making a double batch and storing the leftover chili in an airtight container for up to 6 months in the freezer.
Chili
- 1 lb extra-lean ground beef
- 1 15.5-ounce can no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 14.5-ounce can no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 8-ounce can no-salt-added tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 medium green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt-free all-purpose seasoning blend
- Cooking spray
- 4 6-inch corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup shredded fat-free Cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
In a large nonstick skillet, cook the beef over medium-high heat for 6 to 8 minutes, or until browned, stirring frequently to turn and break up the beef. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the beef to a 2- to 3-quart slow cooker. Add the remaining chili ingredients to the slow cooker, stirring to combine. Cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 7 to 9 hours, or until the onions and bell peppers are tender and the flavors have blended.
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
Using a sharp knife, cut each tortilla into 8 triangles. Place in a single layer on the baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the chips are golden brown and crisp. Transfer the baking sheet to a cooling rack. Let the chips cool for 15 minutes.
When the chili is ready, place 8 tortilla chips with a pointed end up around the inside of each rimmed soup bowl. Ladle the chili into the bowls. Sprinkle the Cheddar over the chili. Top each serving with a dollop of sour cream.
NUTRITION ANALYSIS (per serving)
Calories 371
Total Fat 6.5 g
Saturated Fat 2.5 g
Trans Fat 0.0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0 g
Monounsaturated Fat 2.5 g
Cholesterol 67 mg
Sodium 317 mg
Carbohydrates 40 g
Fiber 8 g
Sugars 12 g
Protein 39 g
3.
The Standard: Take-Out Pizza
Try Instead:
Do-it-yourself Pizza:
Buy ready-made whole-wheat crusts (Freschetta or Boboli are widely available), pizza sauce, and part-skim shredded Mozzarella cheese to make a basic pizza according to instructions on crust packaging. Typical cook time is 10 minutes. In place of Pepperoni, try slicing thin rounds of zucchini and yellow squash (first, lightly sauté them in a pan with olive oil and then arrange them on top of the pizza before baking). Sprinkle the pizza with oregano before baking for a zesty flavor. Tip: Opt for a whole-wheat, thin pizza crust to save on calories.
4.
The Standard: Chicken or Beef Tacos
Try Instead:
Asian Lettuce Wraps:
Here’s a link to one tasty recipe, but you can get creative with these!
http://www.dallasnews.com/lifestyles/columnists/kitchen-scoop/20130101-satisfying-asian-wraps-deliver-lots-of-flavor.ece
5.
The Standard: Buffalo Chicken Wings
Try Instead:
Find this smokin’ hot boneless chicken at the Deli; slice it thin and roll it up (secure with a toothpick) or order super-thick slices and cut into 1-inch cubes for snacking. Only 60 calories per serving!
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