Festive gatherings can result in some unwise calorie spending, so with July 4th around the corner, we’re grilling you on the smartest BBQ choices.
No food is more patriotic than a hot dog in a bun with the fixings, but it can cost you 250-350 calories and up to 18g of fat.
INSTEAD: To get more bang (and less fat) for your buck, have a turkey frank in a whole grain bun with a few tablespoons of salsa…and you’ll still have room for an ear of corn on the cob and a cup of grapes.
A typical hamburger might smell great off the grill, but at 350-400 calories and about 15g of fat, you might want to reconsider.
INSTEAD: A turkey burger on half a whole grain bun will satisfy your craving, plus you can feel free to add a green salad with vinaigrette and ½ a cup of light ice cream.
We think of potato salad as a side dish, but 1 cup can contain 300 calories and up to 20g of fat, making it richer and fattier than an entire meal should be.
INSTEAD: Using yogurt and spices instead of mayo will add flavor to potato salad without the calories or fat. Try this recipe and have it with a small grilled veggie burger over greens.
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