What would football be without tailgating?

Football is a great time to hang out with friends and watch a superior game. As the first football season here at Georgia State, let’s start it out right: Healthy Tailgating. Here are some tips and great recipes to help you tailgate the healthy way.

Tips:
oFuel up on fruit, veggies, half a sandwich, or a big glass of water or diet drink before you head out to the game.
oPrepare some light finger food for the tailgate. Try new recipes.
oLook at the entire spread of food before digging in. Take only the food that you will enjoy the most.
oTry half the portion if you want a larger variety of things.
oIf you plan on grilling, choose 93% lean meat, veggie burgers, or some grilled chicken. Marinate and spice your own meat instead of buying it pre-seasoned.
oAlways have some water or a diet soda with you. They fill you up without a ton of calories.
oKeep breath mints, gum or sugar-free candy to keep your mouth busy without the calories.
oIf your party includes alcohol, have plenty of water as well to replace what is lost due to the alcohol.
oEnjoy healthy deserts, like fruit kabobs and substitute sugar-free applesauce for butter in your favorite brownie or cookie recipe.
oThe number 1 tailgate tip is to be happy and enjoy your choices. Enjoy the fellowship and event, not the loads of calories that could be damaging.

Recipes:

All American Potato Salad
Serves: 8

Ingredients:
o 2 lbs medium-size red potatoes, unpeeled
o 1/3 cup thin sliced celery
o 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
o 1/3 cup grated carrot
o 1 tbsp + 1 tsp sweet pickle relish

Dressing:
o 1/3 cup nonfat or reduced fat mayonnaise
o 1/3 cup nonfat sour cream
o 2 tbsp spicy mustard
o ¼ tsp ground black pepper



Instructions:
1.Cut the potatoes into ¾ inch pieces, and place in microwave or stove top steamer
2.Cover and cook at high power or over medium-high heat for 8 – 10 minutes, or until tender.
3.Rinse with cool water and drain
4.Place the potatoes in a large bowl
5.Add the celery, onion, carrot and relish and toss gently to mix
6.Combine the dressing ingredients in a small bowl and stir to mix well.
7.Add the dressing to the potato mixture and toss gently
8.Cover the salad and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts: Calories: 139; Fat: 0.2g; Fiber: 3g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Protein: 3.5 g; Sodium: 185mg

Homemade Hummus
Serves: 8

Ingredients:
o 1 can chickpeas
o 2 cloves garlic
o 12 whole pitas
o ½ tsp pepper
o 1 tsp grated parmesan cheese
o 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
o ½ lemon
o ½ tsp salt
o 1 pinch oregano

Instructions:
1.Place 1 can chickpeas into a food processor with 2 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil.
2.Pulse until it creates a smooth consistency.
3.Add 2 cloves of garlic (crushed), juice from ½ a lemon, ½ tsp salt and ½ tsp pepper.
4.Take whole wheat pitas and brush them lightly with extra virgin olive oil.
5.Dust them with 1 pinch of oregano, 1 pinch of salt, 1 pinch of pepper, and 1 tsp of grated parmesan cheese.
6.Place them into a toaster oven on medium.
7.When they come out, slice them into 8 triangles with a pizza cutter.
8.Serve hummus with pitas for dipping ( a serving is 2 tbsps of hummus and 8 pita triangles).

Nutrition Facts: Calories: 50; Total Fat: 3g; Fiber: 2g; Protein: 1g