Get Grilled: Hamburger vs. Hot Dog

Hamburgers and hot dogs are pretty much the definition of barbecues. Whether you like them smothered with ketchup and mustard or covered in melted cheese, let’s see how these essential grillables compare. Take the quiz

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Get Grilled: Hamburger vs. Hot Dog

5 Gadgets For Healthy Summer Grilling

Summer is officially here, which means time to break out the grill. Whether you’re glamping , at the beach , or in your own backyard, nothing beats the taste of smokey meats and fresh grilled veggies. But don’t let too much barbecue ruin that bikini bod you worked so hard to get this season. Instead, use these five grilling accessories to whip up some healthy options. Happy grilling! View Slideshow ›

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What’s Your Burger of Choice?

It makes me so happy that burgers come in so many varieties now besides straight-up beef. It’s not only healthier to enjoy a turkey burger over one made from a cow, but if you’re married to your grill in the Summer, it’s also less boring to mix it up. We all have our favorites, though, so tell me . . . What's Your Burger of Choice? Hamburger Turkey burger Salmon burger Veggie burger Something else - I’ll tell you about it below.

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Get Grilled: BBQ Calorie Quiz

Before you hit that BBQ this Memorial Day, arm yourself with some calorie know-how about your favorite foods. Take the quiz

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Spicy Chickpea Barley and Quinoa Veggie Burger Recipe

It’s BBQ time and if you’re like me, you love a good veggie burger. Since most of the ones you find in the freezer section tend to be pretty flavorless, I’m going to share with you this recipe that will knock your socks off. Seriously, this is one of the best veggie burgers I’ve ever had. It’s a recipe created by an old friend, and now you can try it too. These burgers are a cinch to make. Just whip up the mixture, heat up the patties, and they’re great to eat right away, but you can also freeze them to heat up for later. To see the recipe read more. Spicy Chickpea Barley and Quinoa Veggie Burger recipe from an old friend Ingredients 1 small sweet potato, baked 1/4 cup dry quinoa 1/4 cup dry barley 15-ounce can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoons parsley 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 fresh red peppers Directions Peel, dice, and steam the sweet potato until soft. Cook the quinoa and barley in separate pots. Remove the stem and seeds from the red peppers. Cut the whole pepper in quarters, the half a pepper in half, and roast all six pieces in the oven or on the grill. While the grains and pepper are cooking, in a food processor, combine garbanzo beans, sweet potato, parsley, cayenne pepper, cumin, salt and pepper, flour, and one tablespoon oil. In a separate bowl, mix the bean mixture with the quinoa and barley. Using hands, form into six patties. Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in a pan on medium heat. Brown both sides of each burger. Serve on a bun with melted cheese (optional) and a quarter of the roasted pepper. Print recipe with images | without images Serving Size 1 patty and 1/4 roasted red pepper Calories 377 Total Fat 9.6g Sat. Fat 1.2 g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium 218 mg Carbs 58.7 g Fiber 14.9 g Sugars 8.9 g Protein 16.5 g If you have a tasty and healthy dinner recipe to share, post it in the Healthy Recipe Group . I am always looking for new dishes to try.

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Back on Track: Grill Veggies For the Week

Summer weather is winding down, so it’s time to grill as much as you can before it gets too chilly. Since I don’t always have time to light up the grill after work, I like to grill up a bunch of veggies on Sunday so I’ll have extra for the week. They taste great on their own, mixed with pasta, as a pizza topping, or in a sandwich. All you have to do is wash an array of vegetables such as mushrooms, carrots, peppers, eggplant, potatoes, tomatoes, and zucchini. Then slice them so they’re still in big chunks since they tend to shrink once they’re cooked. Place the veggies in a big bowl and mix them with some olive oil, salt, and pepper. Then pour them into a grill basket and periodically stir them while they cook. After about 40 minutes, you’ll have savory, roasted veggies that melt in your mouth. Enjoy some for dinner and store the rest in the fridge in an airtight container.

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Hot Dog vs. Tofu Pup

What’s a barbecue without a hot dog? If you’re a meat eater, you’ll most likely go for a regular beef hot dog, but if you’re a vegetarian, you’ll go for the alternative, the Tofu Pup . If you’re wondering how the two compare nutritionally, aside from the meatless one being cholesterol-free, then read more. Serving Size Hebrew National Hot Dog (1 link, 49 g) Tofu Pup (1 link, 42 g) Calories 150 60 Total Fat 14 g 2.5 g Saturated Fat 6 g .5 g Cholesterol 25 mg 0 mg Sodium 460 mg 300 mg Carbs 1 g 2 g Fiber 0 g 1 g Sugars 0 g 0 g Protein 6 g 8 g Ingredients Beef, Water, Contains 2% or less of: Salt, Sodium Lactate, Spice, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Paprika, Sodium Diacetate, Garlic Powder, Sodium Erythorbate, Sodium Nitrite, Flavorings. Water, Soy Protein Isolate, Soy Oil, Organic Spray Dried Tofu (Organic Dehulled Soybeans, Calcium Sulfate), Contains 2% or Less Natural Flavors (From Vegetable Sources), Beet Powder, Yeast Extract, Sunflower Oil, Natural Smoke Flavor, Salt, Paprika Oleoresin. Vegetable Gums, Tomato Pulp. Wow, these two are like night and day. The Hebrew National Hot Dog has more calories, fat, cholesterol, and sodium than the Tofu Pup. Surprisingly, the Tofu Pup also offers more protein and even has a little fiber. If you’ve never tried this vegetarian dog, and you’re trying to make your Summer BBQs a little healthier, I’d pick up a pack and give them a try. If you can get over the difference in consistency (it’s a little spongier than a regular hot dog), than your heart and waistline will benefit greatly.

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BBQ Condiments and Fixings Quiz

When I go to a barbecue, I rarely eat a hamburger without cheese, or a hot dog without ketchup. The condiments and fixings just make the meal, don’t they? They problem is they aren’t void of calories, fat, or sodium, so take this little quiz to see how they measure up. Take the quiz

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