Can BBQ's Be Healthy eating? TLS Recipe
Submitted by: Paula Gerie
Healthy eating and weight loss is a hot topic dominating our
time; everything we do and everywhere we go has now become
affected by how ‘healthy’ it is. When the summer months spring
upon, it is important that we are all looking and feeling the
part. The entire year has now become dedicated to achieving that
ideal summer body we all crave. But how do we continue with this
regime we have devoted ourselves to once summer has dawned upon
us? All of those food drenched BBQ’s hosted by the family and
days out dining with friends will surely put a spanner in the
works, won’t it? Possibly not!
BBQ’s such as the Weber Genesis e330 or a Weber Spirit Premium
S320 which can be purchased from Weber accessories online, can
actually offer the ideal opportunity for us to eat healthier
(believe it or not!). Not only is it guaranteed to taste great,
but food can be whipped up in a matter of minutes; in fact, the
chances are it will probably take longer to flare the BBQ up!
Summer is the perfect time to pull out that mean grilling
machines and get the family and friends over for a good old
knees up! Unsurprisingly we say BBQ and immediately thoughts are
damaging; “Sausages, wings, burgers, calories and fats?!” Worry
not, your thoughts got completely carried away and forgot about
the amazing chicken breasts, fish fillets, fresh vegetables and
fruit! Yes, that’s right, we said fruit! All of these, when
cooked will not fail to tickle your taste buds! Even BBQ’s have
the potential to deliver healthy and nutritious meals without an
ounce of guilt flying your way. If you deem anything from kebabs
(chicken and vegetable), to marinated chicken and fish,
asparagus and potatoes unhealthy, you are not entirely normal
and probably cannot be helped. We joke of course! On a serious
note, these are all types of foods that can be cooked on the BBQ
in no time at all and will not threaten your health in the
slightest. Don’t forget you can buy your own sides such as low
fat potato salads and coleslaw to accompany main meals as well
making a green, leafy salad complete with a delicious dressing.
And now you are no doubt thinking “Well, what about dessert?!”
You lot aren’t easily pleased are you?! Well you cannot go wrong
with a fruit salad on a blistering hot summer’s day! Slice and
dice some fine, fresh fruit, anything you fancy and finish the
dish with a cool and creamy, low fat yoghurt. Simple!
Alternatively, whilst the BBQ is cooling down, fruits can be
wrapped up in foil, placed on the grill for several minutes and
left to cook. As the fruit cooks, juices will begin to flow,
leaving you with a warm, sticky fruit salad which can be topped
with a dash of syrup for extra flavouring.
Experimenting with your BBQ is the way forward; cooking can be
fun and exciting as well as healthy. Never let the prospect of a
stereotypical BBQ get the better of you, there are always
alternatives! Low fat, flavoursome and nutritious foods pave the
way for a great BBQ. Try to avoid BBQ sauces when cooking
healthy meals and stick to herbs and spices to marinade your
meats; these will leave chicken tasting tender and full of
flavour. It is a common fact that grilling is an ideal way of
cooking that reduces fat; cooking lean meats with little
marinade and serving with vegetables will lend you the perfect,
healthy BBQ.
About the Author: An avid BBQ and outdoor grill specialist;
Paula has dealt with varieties of high quality barbeques
including
http://www.bedsbbq.co.uk/barbecue-shop/Weber_Barbecues.html
weber BBQ’s and a range of BBQ accesories. Paula possesses years
of experience and can advise on anything and everything from
tools to first time BBQ tips. http://www.bedsbbq.co.uk/
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