It’s football season, and you know what that means: game-watching parties with friends and family, complete with an array of delicious foods. The problem? These foods can pack a punch of sodium, fat, and empty calories, throwing your nutrition game out-of-bounds.
The good news is you don’t have to sacrifice taste for health! The following foods are sure to score points with fellow gameday fans without dropping the ball on nutrients.
1. "Copycat" healthy Chick-fil-a nuggets with light honey mustard dipping sauce.We love our Chick-fil-a in the south! Unfortunately, our bodies do not, with all the extra fat from the frying process. Switch to this healthier version by Host The Toast instead, complete with a recipe that goes the whole nine yards by adding a lightened-up honey mustard sauce.
2. Taco chicken chili.With temperatures dropping, comfort foods like soups and chili start making their way onto the starting lineup. Traditional chili includes fat-packed ground beef, as well as lots of sodium. The alternative? This delicious, nutritionally-dense chicken chili over at
3. Greek yogurt ranch dip + hummus + vegetables.No good party is complete without delicious dips! Pairing this Greek yogurt ranch dip by Gimme Some Oven cuts the fat, adds protein and doesn’t skimp on flavor. Turn it into a yummy platter by adding fresh vegetables, hummus, and whole-wheat crackers.
4. Healthy black bean dip.While we’re talking dips, take a peek at this Yummy Healthy Easy spin on a traditional refried bean dip. Black beans and low-fat sour cream come together like a dream team, and the perfect combination of spices makes this dip an absolute touchdown. Pair with fresh veggies, baked corn chips, or whole-wheat pita chips, and you’ll definitely score some flavor points with your gameday guests.
5. Apple nachos with peanut butter drizzle and chocolate chips.Last, but definitely not least, we come to dessert. This sweet gameday treat by Trial and Eater is simple to prepare, making it a perfect addition to whip up during halftime. Rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and protein, your guests will leave feeling satisfied regardless of the outcome of the game. (
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Jordan Trahan is a Dietetic Intern at Lamar University, currently pursuing her Master of Science in Nutrition. In her free time, she loves cooking healthy, delicious foods for her family, playing with her sweet puppy, and watching some good ole Texas college football.
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