With Memorial Day right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about simple superswap sides to accompany the delicious burgers we’ll be grilling on the barbie.
Typical burger sides: chips, fries, creamy coleslaw salad, pasta salad, etc.
We. can. do. better.
I’ve got a round up of the BEST burger sides for your Memorial Day Cookout. The Superswap goal is to make veggies half of most meals. These sides are an easy & tasty way to meet your veggie quota…
8 simple superswap sides for your next burger:
1. Kale Chips
This is where healthy + fun meet. These chips provide skin-glowing vitamin A & energy-enhancing iron. Click >>>HERE<<< for the recipe.
2. Veggie Dippers
AKA: The superswap name for cut-up veggies. Pair with your favorite CRAP-free salad dressing like this cashew ranch dressing.
3. Jicama Triangles w/chili powder & lime
Jicama (pronounced: hick-a-ma) is a root veggie that is 90% water, which means it’s low cal & filling. It’s a fun cracker stand-in. Light, crisp & delicious. Love!
How to: Peel 1 jicama and trim it to the shape of a square block. Using a mandoline, cut the jicama into 1/8-inch slices and cut each diagonally into triangles. In a large bowl, toss jicama with sea salt & lime. Place on a platter and top with chili powder.
4. Zucchini Wedges
How to: Preheat the broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. In a small bowl, stir together 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, 1 tsp italian herb seasoning, sea salt, and pepper. In a large bowl, toss 2 zucchinis, quartered lengthwise, with 2 tsp EVOO and place on the baking sheet. Sprinkle w/ the cheese mixture and broil for about 8 minutes, until tender & golden.
5. Crunchy Cabbage Salad
This salad drops calorie-laden mayo for vinegar. Research suggests this superfood condiment keeps food in your stomach longer, so you’ll naturally feel more satisfied. Using vinegar can help you cut 200 calories per day without thinking about it. Aim for 1 to 2 T daily. Click >>>HERE<<< for the recipe.
6. Green Bean & Carrot Fries
These veggie fries have 5x fewer calories than regular fries (70 calories per cup vs 350 calories per cup). Click >>>HERE<<< for the recipe.
7. Grilled Vegetable Salad
Click >>>HERE<<< for the recipe.
8. Grilled Romaine Wedge Salad
Click >>>HERE<<< for the recipe.
