Party time!
The 4th of July holiday is right around the corner and it’s time to think about the menu for our annual pool party and cookout! For sure we will be grilling a variety of foods, such as hamburgers, hot dogs and hot wings.
To keep things in balance, I plan to have turkey burgers, chicken breast and seafood – possibly in colorful kebob form! Protein is a key way to make sure you are feeding yourself well – but the other issue is the side dishes! Many times, sides end up being chips and cookies because they are quick and easy.
I am going to really try hard to “be good” this weekend and in order to do that it’s important to plan ahead! Here are some recipes that I will gather supplies for and prepare to keep myself full and fueled!
- Texas Caviar
- Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
- Guacamole (see below)
- Southwestern Black Bean Salad
- Deviled Eggs
- Plenty of Fruit!
Quickest way to have awesome fresh guacamole?! Buy the fresh salsa, some garlic cloves, limes and avocados. Mash your avocados with a minced garlic clove or two, add in some fresh salsa and squeezes of lime juice and viola! Be sure to pick up the RW Garcia chips – my favorite!