Summertime is all about get-togethers and delicious food. But if you’re goal is eating healthy, get-togethers can be tough. Bring a healthy salad to your next summer party and enjoy the good times guilt-free. Inside this article, I share one of my favorite recipes for a slaw that is packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. Plus, it’s easy to make so you’ll have more time to enjoy the party!
Summer Barbeques Don’t Have To Stop You From Eating Healthy
Summertime and the livin’ are easy! I adore the lazy days of summer and getting together with friends and family for barbeques and swimming at the pool. There is always delicious food, which was a huge stress source for me. When dieting, I always felt like the food at parties was off-limits.
Once I ditched diets and learned about balanced nutrition, I started bringing food I knew I could build a balanced meal around. A balanced meal includes protein, fat, fiber, and greens. I usually offer to make a salad (I have mentioned I don’t cook very well). This way, I know I will have my greens and fiber.
Most barbeques have grilled meat (protein), but I knew the sauces could be a source of hidden sugar. So I started bringing a bottle or two of sauces. My favorites are Primal Kitchen Classic BBQ, Mango Jalapeño BBQ, and Hawaiian BBQ.
This is how I build my plate:
- Fill the plate with salad.
- Add some roasted veggies.
- Pile some meat on and top with some BBQ sauce. (The sauces can also be your source of healthy fat.)
I never deny myself food; I have a smaller portion if I see something else I want. However, I am pretty satisfied once I eat this balanced meal. Below is one of my favorite salads to bring to parties.
Favorite Summer Recipe: Easy Asain Slaw
Ingredients
- 1 lb shredded veggies (your choice of cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, snow peas, broccoli slaw, brussel sprouts, etc.) roughly 6-7 cups.
- Three scallions, sliced.
- 1 cup cilantro (or Italian parsley or mint) chopped
Dressing
- Primal Kitchen Sesame Ginger Vinaigrette.
Optional toppings
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Roasted, crushed peanuts, or cashews
Instructions
- Toss slaw ingredients together in a large bowl. Add cilantro and scallions.
- Pour half a cup of dressing into slaw and toss well.
- Add more dressing into slaw as needed and toss.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and/or nuts.
Notes
Salad will keep up to 3-4 days in the fridge.
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Recap: Healthy Eating All Summer
There’s nothing better than summertime when the livin’ is easy. A balanced meal includes protein, fat, fiber, and greens – so you can enjoy all the deliciousness without feeling guilty. For more healthy recipes, download my FREE guide where I share 3 quick and delicious recipes to help you eat well and stay balanced.
Now you can enjoy summer parties without any stress about what to eat. And that’s how summertime should be – easy and enjoyable!
