{"id":19499,"date":"2015-10-24T09:15:39","date_gmt":"2015-10-24T13:15:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=19499"},"modified":"2021-05-13T06:02:17","modified_gmt":"2021-05-13T10:02:17","slug":"healthy-tailgate-food","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/healthy-tailgate-food\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Healthier Tailgating Recipes"},"content":{"rendered":"

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A football game without food is like a beautiful pass without a catch: incomplete! Tailgating season is upon us, and while grilled meats<\/a>, cheesy dips and other finger foods can hit the spot at a chilly stadium, typical tailgating fare is full of undesirable fats and artificial ingredients. Chowing down until you feel like your stomach was hit with a 300-pound lineman is no way to fuel up, so check out these healthier game-day recipes sure to bring home a win. Clear eyes, full bellies, can\u2019t lose!<\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 8 Healthier Finger Food Recipes<\/a><\/p>\n

Healthy Tailgating Recipes for Game Day<\/h3>\n

\"Buffalo<\/p>\n

1. <\/strong>Buffalo Cauliflower Bites & Ranch Dip<\/strong>
\n<\/a>With the same texture and flavor as chicken wings, these cauliflower bites are a fiber-filled alternative for health-conscious and vegetarian tailgaters. Pair them with raw celery and a cool dip like this dairy-free ranch dip<\/a>. Photo and recipe: Mckel Hill \/ <\/i>Nutrition Stripped<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

\"Chocolate<\/p>\n

2. <\/strong>Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Footballs<\/strong>
\n<\/a>These festive desserts are healthier than your average baked dessert, so don\u2019t feel guilty about eating two (or three!). All you need is a microwave, berries, chocolate and the willpower to save a few for halftime! Photo and recipe: Jackie \/ <\/i>Domestic Fits<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

\"Turkey<\/p>\n

3. <\/strong>Turkey Chili<\/strong>
\n<\/a>A piping hot bowl of chili is a must-have for a chilly tailgate, and this recipe delivers a sweet and spicy combo of flavors that\u2019s sure to please. Lean turkey meat has roughly half the fat of ground beef, meaning you can gobble this up relatively guilt-free! Photo and recipe: Kelly \/ <\/i>Eat Yourself Skinny<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

 \"Buffalo<\/i><\/p>\n

4. <\/strong>Buffalo Hummus<\/strong>
\n<\/a>Skip the chips and dip and snack on some spicy hummus and veggies instead! This recipe has the same buffalo wing flavor as hot wings, but none of the unhealthy fats. Just be sure to use a low-sodium buffalo wing sauce to keep salt in check. Photo and recipe: Angie \/ <\/i>Eclectic Recipes<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 12 Healthy Homemade Chips Recipes<\/a><\/p>\n

 \"Pizza<\/i><\/p>\n

5. <\/strong>Mini Cauliflower Pizza Bites<\/strong>
\n<\/a>At only 20 calories a pop, these gluten-free pizza bites won\u2019t weigh you down. Use muffin tins to bake egg whites, cauliflower and seasonings together and you\u2019ll have finger-friendly snacks that are easy to pack for game day gatherings.  Photo and recipe: Katie \/ <\/i>Dashing Dish<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

\"Honey <\/i><\/p>\n

6. <\/strong>Honey Porter Glazed Chicken Skewers<\/strong>
\n<\/a>Spicy and sweet flavors steal the show in this drool-worthy recipe for glazed chicken skewers. Marinate them overnight and grill day-of for best results. (And pair with your favorite brew<\/a>, of course!) Photo and recipe: Jackie \/ <\/i>The Beeroness<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

\"Stuffed<\/p>\n

7. Loaded Sweet Potato with Peanut Sauce<\/a><\/strong>
\n<\/a>Here\u2019s a delicious and easy way to make stuffed potatoes more interesting! As a base, use either fiber-rich russet potatoes or sweet potatoes, which have additional nutrients like beta-carotene and vitamin A. Wrap them in foil for easy transport and don\u2019t forget the special peanut sauce to top those \u2018taters off! Photo and recipe: Emily Miller \/ Life by DailyBurn<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n

\"Healthier<\/p>\n

8. <\/strong>Healthier Hot Chocolate<\/strong>
\n<\/a>With no added sugar, this recipe puts a healthier spin on a cold weather favorite. Potassium-rich bananas boost the nutritional value of this simple and easy-to-make hot cocoa. Pack it in a thermos or reheat at your tailgate when temperatures start to dip! Photo and recipe: Bonnie \/ <\/i>going home to roost<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n

\"Quinoa<\/p>\n

9. Quinoa Vegetarian Chili Recipe<\/a><\/strong>
\nAt just 350 calories per serving, this chili recipe is a lighter way to warm up and stave off hunger if meat is off the table for you. Garnish with avocado for healthy fat and don’t forget to bring along some cornbread. Photo and recipe: Emily Miller \/ Life by DailyBurn<\/a> <\/em><\/p>\n

\"Black<\/p>\n

10. Zesty Black Bean Hummus<\/a><\/strong>
\nCan’t quit when it comes to chips and dip? Thanks to black beans, cottage cheese and almond butter, this hummus delivers a whopping 16 grams of protein per serving. It’s so zesty you’ll want to devour all the celery in sight! Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ Life by DailyBurn <\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Originally posted January 2014. Updated October 2015. <\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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