Diet Designs' Inspired Eating at Superbowl XLV

Wouldn’t it be nice to have a one or two Super Bowl party snacks that won’t increase your waistline?  If you can’t resist a few appetizers, here are a couple healthy alternatives that will keep you satisfied.  Bring either of these delicious snacks to your party and your friends will be begging for more.  Be sure to read our “Healthy Holiday Eating” blog for more tips on how to enjoy the party while making better food & drink choices!

Remember to check out Fergie and the Black Eyed Peas at half time.  How does Fergie get her amazing, fit body?  In addition to her highly active lifestyle, Fergie sticks to her customized Diet Designs meal plan.  Diet Designs keeps her healthy eating routine in check while at home and on tour.

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Spicy Buffalo Turkey Meatballs

Ingredients:

1.25 lbs Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast
1 carrot, finely chopped
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
1/2 a small onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped or minced
2-3 Tbsps Frank’s Original Hot Sauce plus 1 cup
Salt & Pepper To Taste
1 1/2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Nonstick Spray
1 scallion, chopped, optional

Makes 16 meatballs; Serving size 2-3 meatballs

1.               Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line a cookie sheet with foil.  Spray with nonstick cooking spray.

2.               Chop veggies; combine with the turkey, hot sauce, salt and black pepper.

3.               Score your meat mixture into four and divide into 16 meatballs.  Place meatballs on the cookie sheet and set aside.

4.               Preheat a large skillet over medium high heat with Olive Oil or Cookie Spray.  Add meatballs and brown on each side, about 3-4 minutes per side.  Remove and place onto cookie sheet.

5.               Take 1/2 cup of Frank’s Sauce and pour over meatballs.  Toss to Coat and finish baking in the oven until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees, about 15-20 minutes.

6.               Remove from oven, toss to coat with extra Frank’s sauce, sprinkle with parsley and scallion.

7.               Serve it with low-fat ranch dressing and veggies.

7 Layer Southwest Bean Dip

Ingredients:

1 16 oz can nonfat refried black beans, spicy

1 15 oz can black beans, low sodium, rinsed

4 green onions, sliced

½ cup salsa fresca

½ teaspoon ground cumin

½ teaspoon chili powder

¼ cup green chiles, chopped

1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese, low fat

½ cup reduced-fat sour cream

1 medium tomato, chopped

1 medium avocado, chopped

¼ cup canned sliced black olives, (optional)

1.                  Combine refried beans, black beans, green onions, salsa, cumin, chili powder, and chiles in a medium bowl.  Transfer to a shallow dish and sprinkle with cheese.

2.                  Heat on high until the cheese is melted and the beans are hot.

3.                  Spread the sour cream over the bean mixture.

4.                  Layer the lettuce, tomato, avocado and olives.

5.                  Serve with baked tortilla chips.