3 Healthy Recipes You Can Enjoy During the Holidays

The holidays are here, and staying healthy gets harder with all the food, snacks and desserts. It’s easy to get swept up in the season and lose sight of your goals.

You don’t need to give up your favorite foods or eat boring meals. Here are 3 healthy holiday recipes, plus 2 lighter desserts, that you can make this season and still stay on track.

Why Small Swaps Matter

Holiday meals don’t have to be a choice between enjoying yourself and your health. A few lighter dishes on the table make it easier to fill half your plate with vegetables and fruit, and leave room for one treat you really love. For more ideas, see our 7 ways to keep the pounds off during the holidays.

1. Roasted Vegetable Antipasto

Brussels sprouts, fennel, carrots and beets, roasted until golden and tossed with a bright lemon and garlic dressing. A colorful side or starter that feeds a crowd.

2. Winter Fruit Salad

Oranges, grapefruit, pineapple, kiwi and pomegranate seeds. Fresh, sweet and ready in minutes, it is a great breakfast or light dessert.

3. Rosemary Roasted Turkey

Turkey breast with olive oil, fresh rosemary, salt and pepper. Lean protein with very little prep.

Bonus: 2 Healthier Holiday Desserts

Gingerbread Men Cookies

A grain-free, gluten-free and dairy-free take on a holiday classic, made with almond flour, coconut oil, honey and molasses.

Greek Yogurt Cheesecake

Plain Greek yogurt and light cream cheese give you a creamy cheesecake with a whole wheat graham cracker crust.

Keep Moving Through the Season

Pair good food with a little movement. A walk after dinner or a quick home workout goes a long way, and the 6 movements every program needs are a great place to start in the new year. Let us know if you try any of these recipes!

Reach Your Goals Without Giving Up the Holidays

Our weight loss program in Fort Myers combines strength training with realistic nutrition habits that fit real life, including the holidays.

Not sure where to start? Our Free Fit-After-50 Assessment is about 30 minutes, one-on-one, with a gentle movement screen and a personal roadmap. No cost, no pressure, no contracts.

Call our office at (239) 223-0484 to schedule your assessment.