Fourth of July food?
iheartmarshall
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What is everyone eating to stay healthy on the Fourth of July? I'm doing an appetizer-style luncheon with some friends and I'm making a "Skinny Taco Casserole" with ground turkey, taco seasoning, and typical taco toppings. Sounds iffy, but it's actually a Weight Watchers recipe! For dessert, we're doing sugar free (and low cal!) popsicles. I can't wait 
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We're having an annual pool party with a bunch of friends. Everyone is bringing something different. I plan on bringing a fresh fruit salad and a skinny buffalo chicken dip with baked tortilla chips! 0
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We are planning grilled chicken and schiscabobs with zucchini, red pepper, and mushrooms, with watermelon for an appetizer.0
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Those both sound like such great ideas. I am not sure what our menu will hold but for me it will include lots of veggies and fruit to keep me full. I love buffalo chicken so if you don't care to share I'd love to have that recipe! Thanks 0
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I'm going to be perfectly honest here. Unless you're the type of person who can't trust yourself to get back on the wagon after a day of splurging, there is absolutely nothing wrong with taking a cheat day especially on a major holiday that involves family get-togethers and good food. One day won't set you back, that is, unless you lack the willpower to keep just one day from totally derailing you. And, again, to be honest, not allowing yourself the opportunity to enjoy these events is something of concern because it says to me (and I could be wrong, but this is how I see it) that you are the type of person who takes it to an obsessive level that puts you at risk for some of the psychological disorders associated with it, including, but not limited to, EDs or "exercise bulimia." Take a day, enjoy it, and don't feel guilty. You're allowed.0
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We're having an annual pool party with a bunch of friends. Everyone is bringing something different. I plan on bringing a fresh fruit salad and a skinny buffalo chicken dip with baked tortilla chips!
Care to share the skinny buffalo chicken dip? It sounds very yummy0 -
Those both sound like such great ideas. I am not sure what our menu will hold but for me it will include lots of veggies and fruit to keep me full. I love buffalo chicken so if you don't care to share I'd love to have that recipe! Thanks
Of course!! We are obsessed with Frank's red hot and use it on a lot!!!!!! The recipe is right on the Frank's Red Hot website, but I substitute everything out with fat free or light. I use fat free cream cheese, reduced fat shredded mozzarella and light ranch dressing!! It's AMAZING!!
http://www.franksredhot.com/recipes/franks-redhot-buffalo-chicken-dip-RE12420 -
I'm going to be perfectly honest here. Unless you're the type of person who can't trust yourself to get back on the wagon after a day of splurging, there is absolutely nothing wrong with taking a cheat day especially on a major holiday that involves family get-togethers and good food. One day won't set you back, that is, unless you lack the willpower to keep just one day from totally derailing you. And, again, to be honest, not allowing yourself the opportunity to enjoy these events is something of concern because it says to me (and I could be wrong, but this is how I see it) that you are the type of person who takes it to an obsessive level that puts you at risk for some of the psychological disorders associated with it, including, but not limited to, EDs or "exercise bulimia." Take a day, enjoy it, and don't feel guilty. You're allowed.
Totally agree 100%0 -
We're having an annual pool party with a bunch of friends. Everyone is bringing something different. I plan on bringing a fresh fruit salad and a skinny buffalo chicken dip with baked tortilla chips!
Great idea!0 -
I'm going to be perfectly honest here. Unless you're the type of person who can't trust yourself to get back on the wagon after a day of splurging, there is absolutely nothing wrong with taking a cheat day especially on a major holiday that involves family get-togethers and good food. One day won't set you back, that is, unless you lack the willpower to keep just one day from totally derailing you. And, again, to be honest, not allowing yourself the opportunity to enjoy these events is something of concern because it says to me (and I could be wrong, but this is how I see it) that you are the type of person who takes it to an obsessive level that puts you at risk for some of the psychological disorders associated with it, including, but not limited to, EDs or "exercise bulimia." Take a day, enjoy it, and don't feel guilty. You're allowed.
Totally agree 100%
I don't see anything wrong with enjoying the day by eating healthier versions of your favorite recipes either. I don't think that if you don't take cheat days you'll develop psychological issues..... I think it's just a matter of personal preference for everyone. I dislike cheat days because the minute I eat unhealthy, my body gains 2-3 lbs....then it takes me 4-5 days to take those lbs back off...and then I can start losing for the week with only 3 days left to try. It sets me back an entire week, and right now all I want to do is see the scale drop. Once I am at my goal weight, I'll be good with maintenance and cheat days and all that!! Even eating healthier versions, like my skinny buffalo chicken dip, the calories do add up! By the time you count the calories in the chips and in the dip..you're a few hundred calories deep with 20 others dishes to choose from!!!!! Don't get me wrong, I do have my cheat days.... usually Friday night I'll have a higher calorie dinner than normal, so I don't throw them out altogether, but there ARE ways to enjoy days like tomorrow by eating healthier recipes!!! There are tons of yummy ideas out there!!!!!!
But yes, I do agree, cheat days are OK!!0 -
We're having an annual pool party with a bunch of friends. Everyone is bringing something different. I plan on bringing a fresh fruit salad and a skinny buffalo chicken dip with baked tortilla chips!
Where did you get the skinny buffalo chicken recipe?
http://www.franksredhot.com/recipes/franks-redhot-buffalo-chicken-dip-RE1242
go there! I substitute all regular items with fat free and light stuff!0 -
I'm running a 5k in the morning with a bunch of friends and family, and we're coming back to my house afterwards for baked french toast with fresh berries and yogurt. Yummy!
The rest of the day will be typical holiday eats... I normally try to stay in control by eating either chicken or steak and lots of grilled veggies.0 -
Here's a dessert idea- angel food cake topped with light Cool Whip, blueberries, and strawberries or raspberries
Angel food cake is actually pretty low in cals so this dessert feels like a "cheat" but it's really not!0 -
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I'm going to be perfectly honest here. Unless you're the type of person who can't trust yourself to get back on the wagon after a day of splurging, there is absolutely nothing wrong with taking a cheat day especially on a major holiday that involves family get-togethers and good food. One day won't set you back, that is, unless you lack the willpower to keep just one day from totally derailing you. And, again, to be honest, not allowing yourself the opportunity to enjoy these events is something of concern because it says to me (and I could be wrong, but this is how I see it) that you are the type of person who takes it to an obsessive level that puts you at risk for some of the psychological disorders associated with it, including, but not limited to, EDs or "exercise bulimia." Take a day, enjoy it, and don't feel guilty. You're allowed.
I agree to some degree. but i know with myself. If i'm just at the begining of getting back to "it" ... I have to develop a habit before I can take a day off, otherwise it is a slippery slope.
Otherwise, I agree... I just try to remember my "staple" healthy eating.. i.e., i feel much better (afterwards) if i stay away from POP... and there is no need to have 500 carbs, just appreciate the food and be realistic...0 -
Toad in the hole. Yum!0
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I completely agree! I love homemade tacos but I am substituting my usual ingredients for low-fat/fat-free versions and I'm using ground turkey instead of ground beef. Just little changes, but I'll still get to enjoy something I loved pre-lifestyle change.
And honestly, I'm not quite ready for cheat days just yet. My start date for changing my habits was on Sunday (July 1st; figured it was easier to do it the first of a month!) and tomorrow, I'll only be four days in. I don't want to go back to old habits this soon, you know? Cheat days will come later though, I'm sure
On another note, here's another Weight Watchers-friendly recipe for Buffalo Chicken Dip. IT IS SO GOOD!
http://www.skinnytaste.com/2010/02/lighter-buffalo-chicken-dip.html0 -
these threads are funny.
im going to start with booze...likely white wine...might even get a bottle of hard stuff.
we'll have apps...scoops with maybe spinach artichoke dip, maybe buffalo dip if there's time.
then the grill gets fired up. there will be burgers, dogs, and sausages on it...and because im indecisive, i'll likely have some of each. burgers will need to have a lovely bleu cheese or gorgonzola crumbled on top. maybe bacon. no, eff that...DEF bacon. and lots of it.
sides of potato salad and cobs of corn. pasta salad too.
dessert will be brought by guests, so who knows what we'll wind up with....but in an effort to be polite, i'll have some of each.
time for fireworks.
finale....done.
back to the house.
another burger, more booze. "who wants another dessert?" *raises hand*
i will have run that morning, so that's good.
might even run on thursday (my off day), but no promises.
the best part...
i will have done NO damage to my progress.
YAY!0 -
Its a holiday..so I plan to eat whats there..brats, ribs, burgers, dips, soda...and cupcakes...yikes!0
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Here's our menu. It's not light or healthy, but I plan on being moderate with my portion sizes and doing Zumba before the party starts. With drinks, I may go over, and that's okay with me too.
Bratts
Potato Salad
Cole Slaw
Watermelon
Chips
Margaritas
and some yet to be determined dessert.
It is a holiday after all. I'm not going to go crazy and stuff my face, but I'm going to enjoy myself.0 -
these threads are funny.
im going to start with booze...likely white wine...might even get a bottle of hard stuff.
we'll have apps...scoops with maybe spinach artichoke dip, maybe buffalo dip if there's time.
then the grill gets fired up. there will be burgers, dogs, and sausages on it...and because im indecisive, i'll likely have some of each. burgers will need to have a lovely bleu cheese or gorgonzola crumbled on top. maybe bacon. no, eff that...DEF bacon. and lots of it.
sides of potato salad and cobs of corn. pasta salad too.
dessert will be brought by guests, so who knows what we'll wind up with....but in an effort to be polite, i'll have some of each.
time for fireworks.
finale....done.
back to the house.
another burger, more booze. "who wants another dessert?" *raises hand*
i will have run that morning, so that's good.
might even run on thursday (my off day), but no promises.
the best part...
i will have done NO damage to my progress.
YAY!
I'll copy-cat this^^^^
Only diff is the gym for me, no running.
ENJOY yourselves people!!0 -
I'm rolling over and grabbing the beer....and will not put it down til I go to bed. I will also proceed to stuff my face with WHATEVER my heart desires followed by various drinking games and then going into the city to watch the Fireworks! Coming home, and resuming the party even more til I pass out on my float in my pool. After all, America's b-day only comes once a year! lol Party hard!!0
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I'm rolling over and grabbing the beer....and will not put it down til I go to bed. I will also proceed to stuff my face with WHATEVER my heart desires followed by various drinking games and then going into the city to watch the Fireworks! Coming home, and resuming the party even more til I pass out on my float in my pool. After all, America's b-day only comes once a year! lol Party hard!!
now THERE's a chick who knows how to enjoy a holiday!
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i love buffalo dip thanks for sharing0
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I usually would just eat whatever's available, since it's a holiday, but my birthday is Saturday so I'll be doing the huge dinner/cake thing with my family Friday and the Lake Erie Islands on Saturday, and I'll want to enjoy myself then, so I'm trying to think of something healthy for the 4th.
My boyfriend has a big party every year and I offered to bring something, but I'm having a hard time thinking of something healthy, relatively cheap, and large enough to feed more than just me. A turkey taco salad doesn't sound bad! But bump because I hope people do come up with some good ideas before tomorrow.0 -
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I'm going to this guy's July 4th. :Othese threads are funny.
im going to start with booze...likely white wine...might even get a bottle of hard stuff.
we'll have apps...scoops with maybe spinach artichoke dip, maybe buffalo dip if there's time.
then the grill gets fired up. there will be burgers, dogs, and sausages on it...and because im indecisive, i'll likely have some of each. burgers will need to have a lovely bleu cheese or gorgonzola crumbled on top. maybe bacon. no, eff that...DEF bacon. and lots of it.
sides of potato salad and cobs of corn. pasta salad too.
dessert will be brought by guests, so who knows what we'll wind up with....but in an effort to be polite, i'll have some of each.
time for fireworks.
finale....done.
back to the house.
another burger, more booze. "who wants another dessert?" *raises hand*
i will have run that morning, so that's good.
might even run on thursday (my off day), but no promises.
the best part...
i will have done NO damage to my progress.
YAY!0 -
I'm going to this guy's July 4th. :Othese threads are funny.
im going to start with booze...likely white wine...might even get a bottle of hard stuff.
we'll have apps...scoops with maybe spinach artichoke dip, maybe buffalo dip if there's time.
then the grill gets fired up. there will be burgers, dogs, and sausages on it...and because im indecisive, i'll likely have some of each. burgers will need to have a lovely bleu cheese or gorgonzola crumbled on top. maybe bacon. no, eff that...DEF bacon. and lots of it.
sides of potato salad and cobs of corn. pasta salad too.
dessert will be brought by guests, so who knows what we'll wind up with....but in an effort to be polite, i'll have some of each.
time for fireworks.
finale....done.
back to the house.
another burger, more booze. "who wants another dessert?" *raises hand*
i will have run that morning, so that's good.
might even run on thursday (my off day), but no promises.
the best part...
i will have done NO damage to my progress.
YAY!
cmon over! bring a dessert, and prepare for a little pre party 2.5mi jog...either before or after a shot of hornitos. 0 -
I plan on having turkey polish sausage on the grill, with corn on the cob and watermelon, maybe some baked lays. And do LOTS of swimming and water games, doing water volleyball and chasing the grandkids with water balloons can burn some calories.LoL. Oh and also walk to the parade and back. it is about a mile from my house. A fun day with my family without going overboard and getting in some exercise in a fun way........ 0
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these threads are funny.
im going to start with booze...likely white wine...might even get a bottle of hard stuff.
we'll have apps...scoops with maybe spinach artichoke dip, maybe buffalo dip if there's time.
then the grill gets fired up. there will be burgers, dogs, and sausages on it...and because im indecisive, i'll likely have some of each. burgers will need to have a lovely bleu cheese or gorgonzola crumbled on top. maybe bacon. no, eff that...DEF bacon. and lots of it.
sides of potato salad and cobs of corn. pasta salad too.
dessert will be brought by guests, so who knows what we'll wind up with....but in an effort to be polite, i'll have some of each.
time for fireworks.
finale....done.
back to the house.
another burger, more booze. "who wants another dessert?" *raises hand*
i will have run that morning, so that's good.
might even run on thursday (my off day), but no promises.
the best part...
i will have done NO damage to my progress.
YAY!
^^^This, almost exactly. Except no bacon or blue cheese (but lots of guacamole), and I'm making both desserts (coconut-lime bars and brownies) myself, 'cause I'm an over-achiever that way.0 -
We are doing a block party just at our house we are doing carne asada(with all the stuff to go with it) hotdogs for the kids,corn on the cob, potato salad, fruit salad(no cool whip), chips and salsa, baked beans and whatever anyone is bringing. Beer, tea, soda, juice for drinks and of course water. I am really picky eater as funny as that sound so my hubs is bbqing a chicken breast for me(I do nto eat carne asada and will only eat certain type of hotdog) probably stay away from the potato salad because it will wind up making me sick as a dog but will be doing fruit salad. We live in the desert so more then likely I will not eat much due to being outside and will eat a decent lunch. I will however be having a beer or two. LOL0
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