Have you been looking for an easy and healthy recipe idea for this Father’s Day that isn’t going to make you feel bloated?
Here is a total menu from a no-added sugar cocktail to the grilled veggies and meat that will make everyone happy. Grilled vegetables and lean protein can make for an excellent and healthy meal. Cooking them over actual fire can bring out a bouquet of smells and an assortment of flavors that will dance across your taste buds, but you’re probably curious to know which veggies can go great together.
Give these a try this Father’s Day to keep it simple, delicious and healthy.
Watermelon Mojito:
Instead of using sugar, use a wooden pestle or a big spoon to gently crush cubes of fresh watermelon with fresh mint leaves. Add rum and sparkling water for a sweet mojito with half the usual calories.
Grilled Veggie Medley:
This is a relatively simple and easy recipe to make. All you have to do is lay out onions, yellow bell peppers, asparagus, mushrooms, a sprig or two of fresh thyme, and zucchini slices on a sheet of foil. You can drizzle them with your favorite olive oil and season with sea salt, garlic powder and ground black pepper to taste. Once the grill is properly hot, place the foil with the veggies on the grill. Let it cook for at least 15 minutes. Once the vegetables have slightly blacked edges you can remove them from the grill to cool down. I like to make these in single serving packet sizes so each person can open their own veggie packet.
Marinated Grilled Salmon:
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup lemon juice
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
3 pounds salmon fillets
Combine olive oil, lemon juice, green onions, parsley, rosemary, thyme, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Set aside 1/4 cup of the marinade. Place salmon in a shallow dish and pour the remaining marinade over the top. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Remove the salmon and discard the used marinade.
You can use this same marinade for chicken, steak or even a pork loin.
Now you’re ready to serve up some great healthy food for Father’s Day!