Show your patriotism on your plates.
If you’re spending the Fourth of July hosting a barbecue, you’re probably sticking to the red, white and blue theme through festive décor. But there are ways to incorporate patriotism into the menu, too — without sacrificing nutrients or flavor.
Registered dietitians Dawn Jackson Blatner and Bonnie Taub-Dix talked with U.S. News about naturally red, white and blue foods that will keep your celebration festive and healthy. Blatner is the author of “The Flexitarian Diet,” and Taub-Dix, a U.S. News blogger, is the author of “Read it Before You Eat It.”
Check out the gallery below to get ideas for your Fourth of July festivities.
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To recap, here are naturally red, white and blue foods for the Fourth of July:
— Frozen red grapes
— Jicama
— Blue corn chips
— Iced hibiscus tea
— Grilled white potatoes
— Beets
— Gazpacho
— White bean hummus
— Blue cheese
— Roasted veggie tray
— Fruit salad
— Yogurt rocket pops
— Patriotic potato salad
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Red, White and Blue Nutritious Foods for the Fourth of July originally appeared on usnews.com
Update 06/24/19: This slideshow was originally published on June 25, 2014.
