Feb. 4, 2012
Super Bowl Recipes That Won’t Tackle Your Weight Loss Goal
A Post on Healthy Snack Ideas for the Super Bowl by Chanhassen Weight Loss Expert Justin Yule, BS, CPT, FMS
Are you ready for some football?!
Super Bowl Sunday is just days away. My two favorite things about Super Bowl Sunday are the hilarious commercials and, of course, the party food.
Unfortunately, all that party food can add up to some serious calories and pack on pounds of fat. In today’s post, I’ll show you how, with just a few tweaks, to make some of those delicious treats healthier and more figure-friendly.
The following is a comprehensive list of both approved food choices and/or healthier substitutes for traditional party foods. Use this list to satisfy your taste buds while saving at least hundreds if not thousands of calories in the process. If you use these strategies consistently for parties and social gatherings over the course of the year, this could prevent 5-10 lbs of fat gain… easily!
Section I- Appetizers
- Naked Sandwiches (preferably bun-less, only use whole grain bun option if absolutely needed)
- Thin Crust Whole Grain Pizza
- Fruit Salad (throw low carb whipped cream and dash of splenda/stevia on top as desired)
- Super Salad Bowl (use unlimited veggies and meats, dip dressing on the side or use low calorie substitutes)
- Sweet Potato Fries
- Tuna or Chicken Salad
- Nut Butter on Celery Sticks
- Mixed Nuts (no sugar, unroasted, low in salt)
- Cheese, Eggs, and Meat Tray
- Caprese Salad
- Raw Veggies (use dip sparingly)
- Grilled/Sauteed Veggies (use extra virgin olive or coconut oil)
- Figure-Friendly Nachos (see “accessories” below for ingredients: tortillas, cheese, salsa, and guac)
- Buffalo Chicken Bites (skinless, no breading, use low calorie buffalo sauce sparingly)
- Pasta Salad (use whole grain pasta and go easy on the dressings, choosing marina based sauces over creamier versions)
Section II- Accessories
- Natural Whole Grain Tortillas
- Natural Baked Chips
- Natural Cheetohs
- Diet Lipton Green Teas (or other low calorie/carb beverages)
- Water
- Natural Salsa
- Guacamole
- Salad Dressings: Vinegars of choice (apple cider, red wine, balsamic, etc.)
- Other Low Calorie Condiments of Choice: mustard, hot sauce, horseradish, etc.
Section III- Main Courses
- Lettuce Burgers (use extra lean sirloin or bison, preferably bun-less only using whole grain bun option if absolutely needed)
- Rotisserie Chicken (choose “plain” and remove skin and dab off any grease as needed with paper towel)
- Extra Lean Kosher Hot Dogs (preferably bun-less, only use whole grain bun option if absolutely needed)
- Chili (preferably bean-less, only use if absolutely needed and feel free to swap extra lean turkey for the beef version to cut down fat intake)
- Pizza (see “appetizers” above or use whole grain/thin crust options from restaurants or frozen food isles)
Section IV- Desserts
- Edy’s Grand Light Ice Cream
- Prograde Cravers (100% organic chocolate snacks bars)Larabars
- Cocoa Via Bars or Packs
- Low Carb Cheesecake from Cheesecake Factory
- Protein Cookies (swap in protein powder for flour)
Now get out to the grocery store and pick up some healthy snacks for the big game. I’m ready for some football!!
By the way for some more really great snack ideas and healthy recipes check out 197 Healthy and Delicious Fat Burning Recipes by CLICKING HERE
HAVE FAITH & TAKE ACTION!
Justin Yule, BS, CPT
Justin Yule, BS, CPT is the owner of Fitness Revolution in Chanhassen, MN as well as the Director of Franchisee Support for Fitness Revolution International. Justin holds a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education with a Concentration in Adult Fitness. Justin is also a certified personal trainer with the National Academy of Sports Medicine, a Functional Movement Screen Specialist, a Workout Muse Metabolic Training Expert, a Youth Fitness Specialist with the International Youth Conditioning Association, a Kettlebell Coach with Kettlebell Athletics, and a Resistance Band Training Specialist with PerforMax Performance Training. Justin has been helping clients achieve their health and fitness goals since 1997, and became a Best Selling Author in 2011 with his contribution to Total Body Breakthroughs. In addition, he has been nominated as one of the top Rising Stars in the Fitness Industry, and was featured in USA Today as a member of the World Fitness Elite. To contact Justin for training, education or to have him speak at an event please email Justin@justinyule.com.
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