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With several sports seasons in full swing, you might be curious about which healthy tailgate snacks you should offer to friends and family.<\/p>\n
The good news is you can still enjoy the tailgate experience without overloading on chips, dips, hot dogs, and wings.<\/p>\n
You just need to know what foods to choose and which to avoid!<\/p>\n
That's why we've laid out 25 great healthy tailgate snacks you can serve at home or on the road, as well as some things you should always try to avoid.<\/p>\n
Keep reading for our favorite healthy tailgate snacks that are sure to score with all your friends and family!<\/p>\n
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It helps your body burn more fat before, during, and after your workouts, which will improve your body composition while boosting your energy + metabolism.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t Another simple, yet healthy tailgate snack is Capri salad kabobs you can easily take with you to pregame tailgating parties.<\/p>\n You'll need grape or cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella balls, basil leaves, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar plus skewers.<\/p>\n Simply string the mozzarella balls, tomatoes, and basil leaves on skewers according to your recipe instructions<\/a> and drizzle them with, or dip them in, a mixture of oil and vinegar!<\/p>\n Whip up a batch of your favorite fall turkey chili<\/a> and bring it in a crockpot to your next tailgate or pregame party this sports season.<\/p>\n Ingredients include lean ground turkey (you can also choose shredded chicken) plus tomato juice or sauce, veggies, beans, and all of your favorite chili seasonings!<\/p>\n Turkey chili is loaded with protein, fiber, and a variety of other heart-healthy nutrients and makes the perfect addition to tailgating festivities.<\/p>\n Black bean and turkey burgers, or lean organic beef burgers, are more nutritious than traditional, fatty burger patties.<\/p>\n Choose very lean beef or ground turkey, black bean burgers, or other veggie burgers on the grill this sports season.<\/p>\n Pick whole-grain buns or skip the bun altogether in favor of lettuce-wrapped burgers!<\/p>\n Nuts and seeds make the perfect healthy tailgate snack because they're loaded with protein, fiber, heart-healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals.<\/p>\n Nuts and seeds boost satiety without posing a risk of unwanted weight gain.<\/p>\n Avoid nuts or seeds coated in sugar, however.<\/p>\n Choose dry roasted nuts or seeds or unsalted nuts if you're watching your sodium intake.<\/p>\n Mix nuts with whole-grain cereals, pretzels, or roasted chickpeas if you'd like!<\/p>\n Chickpeas are also nutrient-dense and one of the healthiest healthy tailgate snacks available.<\/p>\n These peas are packed with protein, fiber, and micronutrients and they boost satiety.<\/p>\n Simply roast chickpeas in olive oil, salt, pepper, or other seasonings according to roasted chickpea recipe instructions<\/a>.<\/p>\n Afterward, let them cool and bring them to your next pregame event!<\/p>\n \t\t In just 6-weeks on our FOUNDATIONS<\/u> Program, you'll transform your health and body, for the rest of your life!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t Rather than traditional meatballs in sauce containing added sugar for a tailgate snack, make your own homemade turkey meatball recipe<\/a> instead!<\/p>\n Ingredients include very lean ground turkey, eggs, bread crumbs, garlic, onions, parsley, salt, pepper, and oregano.<\/p>\n Or, mix and match your favorite nutritious ingredients to create your own version of healthy pre-game turkey meatballs!<\/p>\n Consider a simple, nutritious, avocado bean dip recipe as a healthy tailgate snack your friends and family will love, as it's loaded with flavor.<\/p>\n Ingredients include cannellini beans, avocados, cilantro leaves, lime juice, onion powder, salt, cumin, hot pepper sauce, and garlic powder.<\/p>\n Combine the ingredients according to your recipe instructions<\/a> and serve them with fresh veggies, pretzels, or whole-grain chips and enjoy!<\/p>\n Edamame is simple to make, yet it's loaded with fiber, high-quality protein, vitamins, and minerals.<\/p>\n Boil edamame to cook it until tender (about 4-5 minutes), drain it, and toss with salt, ginger, garlic powder, or any other favorite seasonings.<\/p>\n Serve and enjoy!<\/p>\n This mouth-watering, healthy tailgate snack of tuna artichoke salad is loaded with nutrients and flavor, and it's easy to make.<\/p>\n Ingredients include artichoke hearts, dill, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, spinach, black pepper, red bell peppers, and canned light tuna (drained).<\/p>\n Combine the ingredients according to your recipe instructions<\/a> and serve the tuna mixture over whole-grain bread, whole-grain crackers, or inside of large, fresh tomatoes with the insides removed!<\/p>\n Spice up traditional hummus by choosing a colorful beat and garlic hummus recipe as your next healthy tailgate snack!<\/p>\n Ingredients include beets, garlic, olive oil, chickpeas, salt, pepper, lemon juice, tahini, cumin, Greek yogurt, and dill or parsley.<\/p>\n Prepare the ingredients according to your recipe instructions<\/a> and serve the mixture with fresh vegetables or whole-grain pita chips!<\/p>\n \t\t As a busy women, it\u2019s challenging to stay consistent with healthy eating. That\u2019s why we created SuperFuel<\/strong>\u2026 the delicious \u201call-in-one\u201d nutrition shake for busy women 40+<\/span> to give your body the protein + key nutrients you need<\/strong> for more energy, fat burning, and muscle building.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t Serve up fresh, sliced, marinated tomatoes to add extra flavor to a nutritious tailgate snack!<\/p>\n In addition to fresh, thick-sliced tomatoes, other ingredients in marinated tomato recipes<\/a> include olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, cloves, onions, fresh parsley, and minced or dried basil.<\/p>\n Combine all of the ingredients and marinate tomatoes in the mixture in your refrigerator until chilled.<\/p>\n Serve and enjoy them at your next tailgate party!<\/p>\n While traditional salsa is also an excellent choice as a healthy tailgate snack, wow friends and family with this flavorful avocado corn salsa recipe!<\/p>\n Ingredients in it include corn, avocados, peaches, sweet red peppers, red onions, olive oil, white wine vinegar, lime juice, garlic, jalapeno peppers, and a variety of seasonings.<\/p>\n Combine the ingredients together based on your recipe instructions<\/a>, serve, and enjoy this snack by itself or served with whole-grain chips!<\/p>\n Instead of traditional tailgate snack foods, try a healthier asparagus salad instead!<\/p>\n It's simple to make and loaded with vitamins, minerals, and fiber.<\/p>\n Common ingredients in asparagus salad recipes include asparagus, salt, pepper, lemon juice, olive oil, tarragon, garlic, and Dijon mustard.<\/p>\n Simply combine together and cook the ingredients according to your recipe instructions<\/a>, serve, and enjoy!<\/p>\n If you're looking for an alternative to ice cream as a healthy tailgate snack, consider a banana cream freeze recipe<\/a> instead!<\/p>\n Ingredients in this refreshing snack include bananas, almond milk, shredded coconut, peanut butter, walnuts, raisins, and vanilla extract.<\/p>\n The recipe tastes a lot like ice cream, but you can eat it guilt-free and your kids will adore it!<\/p>\n Pass on the hot dogs, brats, and sloppy joes in favor of this savory pork tostadas recipe<\/a>.<\/p>\n Ingredients include chicken broth, cumin, salt, pepper, boneless pork roast, onion, cloves, limes, and tostada shells (optional).<\/p>\n Nutritious toppings you might choose include lettuce, avocados, cilantro, lime wedges, salsa, and traditional or refried beans.<\/p>\n \t\t
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Healthy Tailgate Snacks to Choose<\/h2>\n
Popcorn<\/h3>\n
Veggie Platters<\/h3>\n
Fruit Plates or Kabobs<\/h3>\n
Cubed Cheeses<\/h3>\n
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Turkey Chili<\/h3>\n
Black Bean or Turkey Burgers<\/h3>\n
Nuts or Seeds<\/h3>\n
Roasted Chick Peas<\/h3>\n
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