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by Dawn Yoder
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The Big Game and snacks go hand in hand. Don’t let it sideline your healthy THM eating, though! There are tons of healthy game day recipes perfect for the Trim Healthy Mama lifestyle and I’ve put together this list of recipes just for you. There’s S, E, and even FP recipes for you to own your snack game.
I’ll confess: I’m not a sports fan at all. However, I am a huge fan of tasty food so I can coexist with sportsball and snacks.
The problem? Unless you’re cooking all the food yourself then you’re likely faced with a field of off-plan temptations.
You need a good offensive plan to ward off those tempting treats.
Tips For Snack Success: Have A Game Plan!
Just like your favorite team needs a good game plan to win, you need a good strategy to stay on top of your snack game.
Hosting a game day get-together?
Making sure you have on-plan options is so much easier! Many THM S or keto recipes are great for any eaters at your soiree.
Recipes like meatballs, chili, cheesy hot dips, and pizza bites are easily made low carb. Even kids love these fun party foods.
Charcuterie boards are always a hit, be sure to check out my link below for how to make a THM friendly charcuterie board. I’ve got suggestions for all the fuel types, too!
Tiered serving trays also make it easier to get more goodies on your buffet. If you have other THMs attending, these cute mini chalkboard signs are a great way to label the dishes according to fuel type.
Prep ahead a veggie tray and make sure to include plenty of non-starchies on your snack plate, too.
Taking something to a game day party?
Make a THM version of the most tempting snack food for you, or another on-plan dish, and make sure you have at least one good option for you.
Again, the low carb/keto style recipes are sure to be crowd pleasers. But a fruit tray with a low fat fruit dip is also one nearly everyone will enjoy.
Check your mindset.
Access to THM-friendly foods is only part of the playbook. Going into the day with thoughts like “I just can’t say no to chips and salsa” or “If there’s cupcakes, I’m done for” sets you up for a fumble.
I’ve got several posts to encourage you in the mindset area:
- Boundaries: Respecting Your Trim, Healthy Self
- To The Trim Healthy Mama: When You Feel Like It’s Just Not Fair
- What’s In Your Bowl {And Does It Fuel Emotional Eating}?
- The Comfort Food Myth
- 4 Year Trimmiversary: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly (Keeping It Real)
I’ve got a TON of THM-ified “comfort foods” in this post here, and if vanilla ice cream and all the toppings are your weakness, I’ve got a bunch of on-plan recipes for that, too!
Have a recovery plan, just in case.
Even the very best plays sometimes fall flat, right? If your game day snack plan runs afoul, don’t beat yourself up. Start again in 3 hours or at your next meal or snack.
Have a couple Deep S meals to flush out those excess carbs. Then, hop right back into the fueling you know how to do.
Deep S meals are pure protein, pure, healthy fats, and very ultra low carb non-starchy veggies.
Check the plan book for all the details, but think meals like salmon friend in coconut oil over a big bed of fresh, leafy greens and drizzled with olive oil and a good squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
One of my favorites is this Blackened Salmon with Fried Okra. So simple, so nourishing! Your body will thank you, too.
Ready, Set, Go!
Now you’re ready to put together your game plan. Check out the BIG list below of winning, THM-friendly and healthy game day recipes and score big against temptation!
You’ll find recipes suitable for S, E, FP, and even Deep S below. Some can even work for multiple fuel types with just a few easy tweaks.
But first…PIN IT!
Don't let Game Day throw off your THM Game! There are so many THM-friendly versions of those off plan favorites. Here's a list of tasty recipes to add to your game day snack roster.
THM S (Low Carb/Keto) Game Day Recipes
Low carb recipes are probably the easiest for most people on THM. These easy THM S recipes are so good even the regular eaters at your house will love them!
Quick and Meaty Instant Pot Chili - Busy Day Helper
Low Carb Baked Cheesy Beef and Pepper Dip
Baked Reuben Dip | Low Carb, THM S
Mock Rye co*cktail Bread | Low Carb, THM S
Creamy Ranch Egg Salad Wraps | THM S, Low Carb
Easy Low Carb Cheese Sauce (No Thickeners!) | THM S
Mediterranean Grilling Cheese | Low Carb, THM S
Low Carb Pizza Bites | THM S, Gluten Free
Buffalo Celery Bites | THM S or FP, Low Carb
Perfect Pinwheels | THM S or FP and Gluten Free
Grain Free Stuffed Mushrooms - Easy Low Carb Appetizers
Sriracha Deviled Eggs
Chipotle Cheese Dip | THM S, Low Carb, Keto
Best French Onion Dip | THM S with Keto Option
Chunky Blue Cheese Dip | Low Carb, THM S
Easy 3 Step Guacamole | THM S, Low Carb
Low Carb 7 Layer Salad | THM S
Chocolate Covered Cheesecake Bites | Low Carb, Sugar Free, THM S
No Bake Chocolate Chip Cheesecake with Peanut Butter Crust |Low Carb, THM S
Best Keto Dinner Rolls (Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Grain-Free) Great for Sub Buns!
Photo Credit:traditionalcookingschool.com
French Bread Pizza (Air Fryer or Oven Baked) (THM S, Gluten Free, Low Carb)
Photo Credit:wonderfullymadeanddearlyloved.com
THM E (Low Fat, Healthy Carbs) Game Day Recipes
Low fat doesn't have to mean boring and tasteless! These healthy recipes are great addition to your Game Day buffet.
Party Bean Dip | THM E, Low Fat or Fat Free
Baked Sweet Potato Kale Tots {with Creamy Balsamic Dijon Dipping Sauce}
Air Fryer Falafel with Creamy Tahini Sauce | THM E, Low Fat
Turkey Stuffing Muffins | Low Fat, THM E
Easy White Bean Dip | THM E, Low Fat, Dairy Free
Chipotle Lime Roasted Sweet Potato Salad | Low Fat, THM E
Creamy Autumn Apple Salad | THM E, Low Fat, Healthy Carbs
Chicken Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes {Low Fat, Healthy Carbs}
Loaded Sweet Potato Fries (with Creamy Cajun Ranch) | THM E
Instant Pot Chili Lime Black Beans | THM E, Soaked or Unsoaked
How To Make Homemade Corn Tortillas
Brownie Batter Hummus (THM E, Low Fat) | Wonderfully Made and Dearly Loved
Photo Credit:wonderfullymadeanddearlyloved.com
THM FP (Low Fat & Low Carb)
These low fat and low carb recipes are great for keeping your snack game plan from running afoul. Don't sideline them just because they're low fat and low carb, they're great supporting team members!
Low Fat Mayo - Bye Bye Dry Sandwiches! THM FP
5 Minute Homemade Pizza Sauce |No Sugar, No Cook
Creamy No Mayo Coleslaw (low fat, low carb)
Easy Ranch Dressing (Without Buttermilk) | THM FP, S
30 Minute Chicken Tacos from Instant Pot to Table
Easy Pickled Onions Recipe - Add a Punch of Crunch to Your Meals
Slimming Sandwich Wraps (THM FP, Low Carb, Gluten Free)
Photo Credit:wonderfullymadeanddearlyloved.com
Air Fried Dill Pickles THM FP, Keto, with Gluten-free option
Photo Credit:aroundthefamilytableblog.com
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