May 27, 2016
10 Healthy Grilling Recipes You'll Want To Try This Memorial Day Weekend!
When you have fitness goals, long weekends can be difficult to navigate. Between barbecues, cocktails, and good ol' fashioned relaxing, it can be difficult to stick to your healthy habits. The thing is, it doesn't have to be.
Healthy eating doesn't have to mean boring, flavorless food. You don't have to hide yourself in the corner, snacking on rice cakes and celery! At BodyRock, we believe healthy eating can be enjoyable for everyone (check out our 30 day Meal Plan)! Prep one of these dishes and we guarantee all diners will be happy and more than satisfied!
The best part, each recipe is under 450 calories per serving!
1. Shrimp with Avocado-Mango Salsa
Nothing says summer quite like avocado-mango salsa! Ingredients:- Oil for cooking
- 8 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 lb medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, divided
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3/4 tsp salt, divided
- 1 large mango, peeled and diced
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
2. Grilled Pesto Chicken And Tomato Kebabs
Make your taste buds happy with a dose of fresh pesto! Ingredients:- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano
- kosher salt and fresh pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1-1/4 lbs skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 24 cherry tomatoes
- 16 wooden skewers

3. Grilled Chicken and Peach Salad
Need to add a little hint of sweetness to your backyard rendezvous? This is the dish for you! Ingredients:- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp fresh, ground pepper
- olive oil cooking spray
- 1 lb peaches, halved and pitted
- 1 tbsp whole grain mustard
- 1 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 8 cups baby arugula
4. Grilled Vegetable and Mozzarella Panini
Get a heaping dose of fresh vegetables in this tasty sandwich! Ingredients:- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- cooking oil spray
- 1 medium eggplant, cut lengthwise into 8 slices (1/4 inch each)
- 1 medium zucchini cut into 8 slices (1/4 inch each)
- 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and quartered
- 8 sliced ciabatta
- 1 cup shredded reduced-fat mozzarella
- 8 large fresh basil leaves
5. Grilled Portobello Benedict
Replace the English muffin with a grilled portobello and you've got yourself a healthy take on a classic! Ingredients:- Vegetable oil cooking spray
- 4 portobello mushroom caps (about 4 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 4 slices Canadian bacon
- 4 large whole eggs
- 4 large egg whites
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 teaspoons prepared basil pesto
- 8 fresh basil leaves, cut into ribbons
- 4 teaspoons freshly grated Parmesan
6. Grilled Hawaiian Teriyaki
Impress all your guests with this beautiful looking burger! Ingredients:- 2 lbs 93% ground beef
- 1/2 cup grated carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped scallions
- 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
- 1 tbsp reduced sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sriracha sauce
- 8 slices fresh pineapple
- 8 whole wheat 100 calorie buns
- 8 lettuce leaves
- 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh grated ginger, very fine
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
7. Pepper And Coriander Scallop Skewers With Tarragon Salad
This dish is full of minerals that provide a healthy boost. Your guests will thank you for the smashing flavor! Ingredients:- Vegetable oil cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 head Boston (or bibb) lettuce, chopped
- 2 tangerines, sectioned
- 1 cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh tarragon
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons crushed coriander seeds
- 1 tablespoon coarsely crushed black peppercorns
- 1 1/2 pounds sea scallops
- 1 egg white

8. Pizza with Sausages, Tomato and Basil
Who doesn't love pizza? Ingredients: Dough- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil cooking spray
- 1 pound red and yellow cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 pound turkey sausage, cooked and thinly sliced
- 1 cup grated part-skim mozzarella
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
9. Grilled Salmon and Zucchini with Red Pepper Sauce
Get a hit of healthy fat with this tasty salmon dish! Ingredients:- 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted (see Tip)
- 1/4 cup chopped jarred roasted red peppers
- 1/4 cup halved grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
- 1 small clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or red-wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon paprika, preferably smoked
- 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided
- 1 1/4 pounds wild-caught salmon fillet (see Note), skinned and cut crosswise into 4 portions
- 2 medium zucchini or summer squash (or 1 of each), halved lengthwise
- Canola or olive oil cooking spray
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- Preheat grill to medium.
- Process almonds, peppers, tomatoes, garlic, oil, vinegar, paprika, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a food processor or blender until smooth; set aside.
- Coat salmon and zucchini (and/or summer squash) on both sides with cooking spray, then sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Grill, turning once, until the salmon is just cooked through and the squash is soft and browned, about 3 minutes per side.
- Transfer the squash to a clean cutting board. When cool enough to handle, slice into 1/2-inch pieces. Toss in a bowl with half of the reserved sauce. Divide the squash among 4 plates along with a piece of salmon topped with some of the remaining sauce. Garnish with parsley, if desired.
10. Grilled Lamb Loin With Tomato and Cucumber Raita and Israeli Couscous
Give your party a Mediterranean flare with this grilled lamb masterpiece! Ingredients:- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 1/2 teaspoons plus 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pound lamb tenderloin
- 3/4 cup Israeli couscous
- 1 cup heirloom cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1 medium vine-ripened tomato, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp cumin seeds, toasted 1 minute in a dry skillet
- 1/4 cup fat-free Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup seeded and roughly chopped cucumber
- 1/8 tsp confectioners' sugar
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint