Meatless Monday

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Meatless Monday: Super Bowl Party Foods
Beat out only by Thanksgiving, Super Bowl Sunday is the second biggest eating day in America. Party favorites, like chips, pretzels, pizza, and beer, help the average American snack through an extra 1,200 calories and 50 grams of fat on top of their regular meals.
It’s also a big day for meat consumption, with dishes like chili, chicken wings, and bacon-wrapped morsels making appearances on buffet tables across the country. In fact, the National Chicken Council estimates that Americans will gnaw their way through 1.25 billion wings—that’s 90 billion calories worth—during this year’s game.
If you’re looking for a way to indulge in your favorite party foods (and keep hungry guests satisfied) without feeling like a linebacker by the forth quarter, try these healthy, meat-free twists on classic game day fare. And if you’ve got a favorite vegetarian party food recipe, tell us about it in the comments section below!
Chunky Guacamole with Jicama Sticks Even though avocados are packed with healthy monounsaturated fat, the calories in guacamole add up fast. In this version of the popular dip, crunchy fresh vegetables add texture and help you keep calories in check.
Zucchini Chips If you like kale chips, give this crispy, low-carb snack a whirl.
Whole Wheat Pizza Margherita If you love pizza, but not the dripping-with-oil delivery type, try this DIY pie that has only five ingredients. Two slices won’t even cost you 400 calories.
Vegetarian Chili Bursting with protein and fiber, this chili will keep you satisfied—and less tempted to dip back into the salty snacks all night.
Whoopie Pies Keep these tasty chocolate-and-marshmallow treats on the tiny side and you’ll end up with a 100-calorie dessert to pass at your game day potluck.

Meatless Monday: Super Bowl Party Foods

Beat out only by Thanksgiving, Super Bowl Sunday is the second biggest eating day in America. Party favorites, like chips, pretzels, pizza, and beer, help the average American snack through an extra 1,200 calories and 50 grams of fat on top of their regular meals.

It’s also a big day for meat consumption, with dishes like chili, chicken wings, and bacon-wrapped morsels making appearances on buffet tables across the country. In fact, the National Chicken Council estimates that Americans will gnaw their way through 1.25 billion wings—that’s 90 billion calories worth—during this year’s game.

If you’re looking for a way to indulge in your favorite party foods (and keep hungry guests satisfied) without feeling like a linebacker by the forth quarter, try these healthy, meat-free twists on classic game day fare. And if you’ve got a favorite vegetarian party food recipe, tell us about it in the comments section below!

Chunky Guacamole with Jicama Sticks Even though avocados are packed with healthy monounsaturated fat, the calories in guacamole add up fast. In this version of the popular dip, crunchy fresh vegetables add texture and help you keep calories in check.

Zucchini Chips If you like kale chips, give this crispy, low-carb snack a whirl.

Whole Wheat Pizza Margherita If you love pizza, but not the dripping-with-oil delivery type, try this DIY pie that has only five ingredients. Two slices won’t even cost you 400 calories.

Vegetarian Chili Bursting with protein and fiber, this chili will keep you satisfied—and less tempted to dip back into the salty snacks all night.

Whoopie Pies Keep these tasty chocolate-and-marshmallow treats on the tiny side and you’ll end up with a 100-calorie dessert to pass at your game day potluck.