Celebrating Canada Day with these 5 Healthy Grilling Ideas!

Are you someone who tries to stay mindful about their diet and chooses “grilled” items over “fried” ones, especially in a restaurant? Of course, you’re not wrong as consuming grilled foods are generally better for your health because grilling requires less oil than frying. And even better still, grilling improves the taste of a dish entirely!

Grilling also lets you be very creative by experimenting with flavors that give your food a smoky zest or a marinade that accentuates and brings out the juices.

For those of you who want to grill in a healthier manner, we have created a list of healthy grilling ideas. With Canada Day just around the corner, celebrate and keep the nutritional value of your outdoor holiday meals intact!

 

#1 Grilled Vegetable Guacamole

If you don’t include guacamole when you grill, then you must! It’s an amazing dip that goes with everything. You can have it with vegetables or as a side to grilled fish/chicken. The possibilities are endless, so what are you waiting for? Click on this link and start cooking!

 

#2 Turkey Kebabs

Fond of Moroccan cuisine but don’t want to order from outside? No problem, as you can create this in the comfort of your home. First, buy saffron from a grocery store. It costs a little bit, but you only need little of it, so it’s cost effective in the long run and will give you the flavor you desire. Generally, you skewer kebabs and then cook, however, you may want to soak your wood in water beforehand to prevent your wood from burning. Find the recipe here!

 

#3 Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

Love to eat mushrooms but never thought of grilling them? Well, now you can as they’re one of the best and healthiest ingredients to use. They are available all year round and can adapt to any dish. You can put them in a salad or serve as a side to chicken or steak. Enhance the taste by using balsamic sauce and voila! Read the recipe and start grilling!

 

#4 Grilled Greek-Style Pizza

Who doesn’t like pizza? Now you can eat your favorite dish and grill it as well. Greek style pizza has arugula, which is pesto sauce that is very healthy and yummy to eat as well. It goes with pasta or chicken so make extra and you can use it the next day also. The base is whole wheat pita bread which reduces the calorie intake and adds a crunchy texture. Find the full recipe here!

 

#5 Grilled Salmon Tacos

Love grilled salmon and tacos but don’t know that you can combine the two? Well, now you have the chance to do so. All the spices you use while grilling also deepen the flavor of the salmon and if you want, you can drizzle fresh salsa on the top. Take the next step by reading the recipe and grilling tacos now!

Most Canadians love maple syrup, and as they should! Grilled salmon with maple syrup is extra special and a treat for when you invite your loved ones to celebrate and enjoy healthy eating recipes.

By now you may be salivating to try these fun and healthy dishes but sadly don’t own a grill? You can easily solve your problem by going to Pollocks BBQ store in Toronto. They have a variety of options to select from and we help you decide on a grill that is the best one for you!