40 Healthier Recipes for Super Bowl Snacking
It's always the same: You make an ambitious New Year's resolution to eat healthier, and just a few weeks later, The Super Bowl comes along, tempting you with tasty but deeply unhealthy snacks.
But Super Bowl Sunday doesn't have to be a waistline expander of a day!
To help you snack along with everyone and still stick to your goals, we've assembled these healthy Super Bowl recipes! Some use lower-fat or lighter substitutes, such as yogurt instead of sour cream or ground chicken instead of beef. Others make use of nutritious ingredients, such as nuts, squash, herbs, and of course plenty of vegetables. But most importantly, all of them are so tasty that everyone at the party will be munching on them.
Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Using ground chicken skips the skin on the chicken wings—where all the sat fat is—making these meatball snacks arguably a little healthier and more fun. The recipe calls for stuffing them with blue cheese, but you may want to skip that.
Get the recipe for Buffalo Chicken Meatballs.
Sausage-Stuffed Mushrooms
These snackable bites are easy to make and even easier to eat. Serve them as finger food, or with toothpicks and a good dipping sauce.
Get the recipe for Sausage-Stuffed Mushrooms.
Tzatziki Sauce
Ooh, here's a good dipping sauce for those mushrooms—or for anything! The yogurt gives it lots of tang and makes it a little lighter than sour cream.
Get the recipe for Tzatziki Sauce.
Saltines with Basil Mayo and Burst Tomatoes
Sometimes you want something a little healthier to snack on. These simple roasted cherry tomatoes and basil mayo are full of flavor!
Get the recipe for Saltines with Basil Mayo and Burst Tomatoes.
Chicken Quesadillas
We made these homemade bites a little smarter, so the insides are less likely to fall out. And they're perfect for munching on during the game.
Get the recipe for Chicken Quesadillas.
Sweet-and-Spicy Roasted Pecans
You'd be hard pressed to find a more nutritious food than nuts. Pecans, for instance, are high in fiber, with plenty of iron and other vitamins. Roasted with a touch of honey and some spice, these are absolutely delicious.
Get the recipe for Sweet-and-Spicy Roasted Pecans.
Smashed Acorn Squash and Garlicky Walnut Crostini
Roasted until it's impossibly sweet, acorn squash makes a tasty toast-topper for a party—and a better-for-you option than cheesy dips.
Get the recipe for Smashed Acorn Squash and Garlicky Walnut Crostini.
Vermouth Air Fried Shrimp
These tender shrimp are snackably delicious and fast to make!
Get the recipe for Vermouth Air Fried Shrimp.
Cilantro and Sunflower Seed Dip
Skip heavy cheese dips and give your crackers a healthier option with this herby mix. Jalapeño gives it some kick and lime and orange offer a little tang.
Get the recipe for Cilantro and Sunflower Seed Dip.
Quick Refrigerator Pickles
Watching your carbs? Skip the crackers or bread for dips and go with pickled veggies instead! With this nearly-any-veggie pickle recipe, you can use whatever you prefer: We chose okra, baby peppers, baby rainbow carrots, pattypan squash, and cherry tomatoes, but fennel wedges, green beans, peppers, and even onions would be delicious.
Get the recipe for Quick Refrigerator Pickles.
Creamy Avocado Dip with Scallions
Avocado and Greek yogurt make a creamy alternative to sour cream based dips!
Get the recipe for Creamy Avocado Dip with Scallions.
Ground Chicken Tacos
Crunchy tacos are a delicious hand-held game day treat. Skip the ground beef and add plenty of veggies to make them healthier.
Get the recipe for Ground Chicken Tacos.
White Bean-and-Pea Dip
This version of hummus uses cannellini beans, peas, and fresh mint for a flavorful, healthy dip.
Get the recipe for White Bean-and-Pea Dip.
Onion Rings with Sage Aioli
Yes, these are fried, but by cooking the onion rings at home, you can control the amount of salt and batter, keeping them a little healthier than what you might purchase from a restaurant.
Get the recipe for Onion Rings with Sage Aioli.
Classic White Chicken Chili
Chili is a Super Bowl staple. This recipe cuts out the beef (and all that sat fat) while keeping all the flavor.
Get the recipe for Classic White Chicken Chili.
Vegetarian Chili with Grains and Beans
To make chili even healthier, skip the meat altogether! You can make this recipe ahead of time in your slow cooker, and then serve it in the same pot so it stays warm throughout the party.
Get the recipe for Vegetarian Chili.
Cornflake-Crusted Baked Chicken
This take on fried chicken provides a lightened-up option, since it's baked instead of fried.
Get the recipe for Cornflake-Crusted Baked Chicken.
Skillet Spinach-Artichoke Dip with Fire-Roasted Bread
This classic app gets a smoky treatment when cooked on a grill. To keep the fat content down, use lighter versions of sour cream and cream cheese.
Get the recipe for Skillet Spinach-Artichoke Dip.
Buffalo-Marinated Bacon Lettuce Cups
These snackable cups have plenty of fresh veggies, but are anchored by bites of crispy bacon marinated in Buffalo sauce, so you still get plenty of flavor.
Get the recipe for Buffalo-Marinated Bacon Lettuce Cups.
Pepita Guacamole
Serve this creamy, crunchy guacamole with freshly sliced vegetables for healthy dipping.
Get the recipe for Pepita Guacamole.
Mini Portobello Burgers
Flavorful and meaty, mushrooms lack the saturated fat that beef has, and they're a good source of fiber as well!
Get the recipe for Mini Portobello Burgers.
Mozzarella, Red Pepper, and Bacon Skewers
These skewers are a great way to stick to a healthy diet, even on game day.
Get the recipe for Mozzarella, Red Pepper, and Bacon Skewers.
Crispy Oven Chicken Fingers
Bake these crispy chicken fingers to cut the fat without losing the flavor.
Get the recipe for Crispy Oven Chicken Fingers.
Pineapple-Serrano Pico de Gallo
Anthony Lamas, chef and owner behind Seviche in Louisville, Kentucky, gets all the credit for this flavorful salsa recipe.
Get the recipe for Pineapple-Serrano Pico de Gallo.
Thai Steak Tacos
Try these Thai-inspired tacos for a twist on traditional game-day food.
Get the recipe for Thai Steak Tacos.
Broiled Shrimp Vermouth
Don't skimp on the shrimp. These Asian-inspired skewers are a protein-packed snack guests will love.
Get the recipe for Broiled Shrimp Vermouth.
Sliced Radish and Radish Leaf Toasts with Lemon Butter
These radish toasts are a perfect finger food. They've got a crispy, bold bite without a ton of calories.
Get the recipe for Radish Toasts with Lemon Butter.
Marinated Squash Tart
Fresh veggies, creamy cheese, and a good puff pastry. What more could you want?
Get the recipe for Marinated Squash Tart.
Zucchini-and-Pecorino Fritters
Bake these crispy fritters in the oven and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Get the recipe for Zucchini-and-Pecorino Fritters.
Pretzel-Crusted "Fried" Chicken
A healthy fried chicken? Yep. This version is coated in pretzels and baked instead of fried. All the crunch, with way less fat.
Get the recipe for Pretzel-Crusted "Fried" Chicken.
Golden Beet Tart
This delicious tart can be served as both a side dish and savory dessert.
Get the recipe for Golden Beet Tart.
Grilled Artichokes
Believe it or not, artichokes can look as scrumptious as they taste, especially with this mouthwatering recipe.
Get the recipe for Grilled Artichokes.
Avocado Toast
This easy-to-prepare avocado dish makes a simple and tasty starter.
Get the recipe for Avocado Toast.
Tomatoes with Lemon Dill Dip
Shelled, dried runner beans are used here to create an attractive, easy-to-assemble presentation that helps anchor this hors d'oeuvre.
Get the recipe for Tomatoes with Lemon Dill Dip.
Veggie Burgers
Use canned pinto beans to make this easy and quick recipe.
Get the recipe for Veggie Burgers.
Spiced Sweet Potatoes
Trade in greasy french fries for our healthier—yet equally delicious—recipe.
Get the recipe for Spiced Sweet Potatoes.
Roasted Peppers Stuffed with Goat Cheese
Sheepnose Pimento peppers, soft goat cheese, pine nuts, and raisins make up this savory dish.
Get the recipe for Roasted Peppers Stuffed with Goat Cheese.
Corn-Stuffed Tomatoes
Take advantage of the fresh tastes by stuffing vine tomatoes with corn, avocado, and cilantro.
Get the recipe for Corn-Stuffed Tomatoes.
Turkey Chili
By using ground turkey or 95 percent lean beef, you'll save at least 7 grams of fat and 59 calories per serving. Plus the beans offer lots of fiber.
Get the recipe for Turkey Chili.
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