It’s the barbecue season. Costco has everything you need for a summer backyard party, from burgers and chicken to chips and salads. But not everything you can find will keep everyone healthy and hydrated. That’s why we contacted some experts and helped us choose the best items.
We consulted with two registered dietitians: Lauren Harris-Pincus and the founder of Nutrition Starring YOU, and Julia Denison, the founder of Running On Cupcakes. Read now what to put in your Costco shopping cart as Memorial Day and summer vacation approach.
Per hamburger: 240 calories, 13 g of fat (3.5 g of saturated fat), 105 mg of cholesterol, 390 mg of sodium, 2 g of carbohydrates (0 g of fiber, 1 g of sugar), 30 g of protein
Costco’s Colum Buster Turkey Burger costs just over $ 12 and can be cooked with convenient flavors. Please enjoy it on the grill. In addition, the ingredients are approved by a nutritionist.
“These delicious turkey burgers are made from healthy ingredients that contain some of the saturated fat in the burger, while maintaining a lot of flavor. One burger has 240 calories of 30 grams of protein and 3 grams of protein. We pack calories into 390 mg of sodium, “says Harris-Pincus.
Denison agrees. She says these burgers are a healthy choice because they are low in saturated fat, high in protein and iron.
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Per bag: 100 calories, fat 3.5 g (saturated fat 0 g), cholesterol 0 mg, sodium 160 mg, carbohydrates 15 g (fiber 0 g, sugar 0 g), protein 1 g
This box of 30 bags of snack-sized Popchips for just under $ 15 should be enough to feed the entire crew on your next barbecue. Both registered dietitians we talked to gave them thumbs up.
Harris-Pincus loves single serving bags. Denison likes these because they are low in saturated fat and sodium. She also likes different flavors.
“Like most people, it’s hard to manage some of the chips, especially if you have a big party bowl in front of you. These freshly baked gluten-free pop chips are only 160- It comes in a 170 100 calorie serving bag. 1 mg of gluten so you can enjoy a delicious snack. “
Per 2 skewers: 150 calories, fat 3.5 g (saturated fat 1 g), cholesterol 60 mg, sodium 690 mg, carbohydrates 3 g (fiber 0 g, sugar 1 g), protein 24 g
Get some of your favorite combinations (onions, pepper, etc.) and grill the West End Cuisine chicken skewers in the warehouse on 14 2 ounce skewers for about $ 20.
Harris-Pincus loves its versatility. “They save a lot of time and can be enjoyed with sandwiches, salads, wraps and more,” she says. “They have simple ingredients, 12 grams of protein and only 75 calories per skewer.”
Per ½ cup: 140 calories, fat 4.5 g (saturated fat 0 g), cholesterol 0 mg, carbohydrates 21 g, dietary fiber 5 g, sugar 1 g, protein 4 g
Bean salad is an essential part of any barbecue, and it combines seasonal flavors with nutritious benefits, so you get plant-based protein and all the nutrients that come with it.
“Beans are some of the healthiest foods on the planet and are consumed daily in the blue zone, the region of the world where people live the longest and healthiest life. This Tuscan bean salad is a 4 gram plant. With base protein and fiber from 5 grams of barley, naval beans, and chick beans, per 1/2 cup serving, “Hari Spinkas agrees, Denison agrees.
For leafless salads you can find at Costco Deli, try Kinoa Salad.
Harris-Pincus loves it for its convenience and nutrients, and Denison loves the variety of colorful foods and lots of flavors and nutrients. She points out that whole grains of quinoa provide fiber, B vitamins, and iron. All of these are essential on a hot day.
“Barbecue side dishes usually swim in mayonnaise, not in this Costco quinoa salad,” she says. “Avoid chopping and enjoy the benefits of quinoa, cucumbers, tomatoes, mung beans, red peppers, brown rice, kale and red lentils.”
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