Quick Dinner for Four

Here is a meal that is a cinch to put together and is definitely a crowd pleaser! It is satisfying, filling and combines the components of a healthy meal: lean protein, whole grains, vegetables AND a meal that tastes great!

Enjoy!

BBQ Meatball Subs

1 bag of meatballs (turkey or lean beef - compare nutrition labels!)

3/4 cup BBQ sauce

4 whole grain hot dog buns

Heat meatballs as directed. Smother with BBQ sauce and stir until combined. Place meatballs onto subs. Serve with coleslaw and veggie sticks and dip. (1 cup carrots, celery, cucumber, pepper, etc with 1 Tbsp ranch dressing or dip)

Coleslaw: Stir together 1/2 cup reduced-fat mayo and 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar. Season with salt & pepper and mix with 1 bag of prepared cabbage mix. Chill for at least an hour, stirring periodically.

snack: waffle strawberry short cake

This snack idea comes straight from The Biggest Loser Cookbook. Speaking of, is anyone watching this season? Biggest Loser is the perfect motivation to do some "exercise while watching" aka anything you can do in your living room. Punches, kicks, sit-ups, push-ups, etc. - Hey, maybe pick up some new moves from Jillian or Bob!

Onto the snack:

Toast 1 waffle (look for a version with whole grains and no added sugar like Nutri-grain or Kashi). Cover with 2 Tbsp light cool-whip and 1/4 cup sliced strawberries.

Eat and enjoy!

Per waffle: 113 calories, 3 g protein, 1 g fat, 3 g fiber