Tips to make your Memorial Day cookout healthy
Posted: 05/25/2012
BALTIMORE - Here are some tips to make your Memorial Day cookout healthier.
Look for hot dogs that are low in saturated fat. Turkey dogs are a great alternative to beef.There are also many healthy burger choices too like veggie, turkey or mushroom.
You could also try a salmon burger. Denise Cole, a registered dietician with the Cleveland Clinic says, "Salmon burgers are great. Put them on the grill. Put them on buns like you normally would a hamburger, a whole wheat bun would be optimal, some lettuce and tomato, you have a great omega-3 rich food for memorial day."
Don't forget about the side dishes. Try grilling fruits or vegetables like pineapple or corn.
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