Healthy Grilling

Now that summer's here, it's the perfect time to start thinking about cooking outside. One of my favorite things about summer is grilling out on the back porch. Whether we're grilling for two or a crowd it's always fun to enjoy the fresh air and sip on a summer cocktail while the food is cooking! I don't know about y'all but one of my favorite things to eat is a good, juicy hamburger straight off the grill. Keeping in mind that it is summer (and bikini season) I knew I needed to create a recipe that will keep my curves in check! So below you'll find our lean beef burger recipe that is packed with flavor and only has 1/4 of the calories.

Ingredients:

2 lbs lean ground beef
3/4 Cup of bread crumbs
1 egg
1/4 Cup of each pepper, diced
(red, green, and yellow bell peppers)
1/4 Cup of diced onion
1/2 Cup finely chopped spinach
3 or 4 fresh basil leaves finely chopped
1/2 Cup shredded mozz cheese
2 Tbls of Worcestershire sauce
Salt & Pepper


Mold into patties and grill these delicious burgers right up! To cut even more calories swap out the regular bun for a whole wheat light English muffin (or just skip the carbs all together). We also swapped out lettuce for spinach and only used light mustard & ketchup. Remember to keep your side dishes healthy as well! Instead of eating a 1/2 pound of french fries or onion rings try grilling some veggies marinated in a little olive oil and salt & pepper, or cut a tomato and drizzle with olive oil & balsamic glaze or even a homemade pasta salad with light Italian dressing. You could always follow our lead and make all three ;)



 

If you don't eat red meat then try grilling some of your favorite fish! We have tried this Mahi Mahi recipe & it is amazing! While you're there be sure to check out some of the other recipes if Mahi Mahi isn't your favorite.

*Hint: For grilling veggies use this Grilling Basket from Target! It works like a charm!

And there you have it. Simple, healthy & delicious!

 

xxxx, A