24 Healthy Super Bowl Snacks & Recipes

It’s almost here! We can feel the excitement building, the football fans gearing up, and the taste buds ready to savor all those delicious eats! Of course, Super Bowl Sunday isn’t just about the epic showdown on the field and the much-anticipated halftime show…well, OK maybe it is. But it’s also filled with fun and festive gatherings with friends, family, and those scrumptious Super Bowl snacks.

This year, why not avoid the food coma at half time. Take a healthier approach to the game day spread. Ditch the guilt and embrace a new era of super snacking with our collection of wholesome and satisfying recipes that bring together the best of both worlds – scrumptious flavors and nutritional goodness.

From flavorful dips to hearty chicken wings, these recipes can help elevate your game day party experience without compromising your commitment to wellness. Have fun, hydrate happily and eat nourishing foods that score big with your taste buds! (Bonus: nutritious food will also leave you feeling energized throughout the game!)

Get ready! Make this Super Bowl party a winning celebration for your taste buds and your well-being with these healthy Super Bowl recipes.

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Munchies

Is it really a party without some yummy bites that are easy to nibble on? Nope!

Spicy chickpeas wrapped in white parchment paper on a table.

Diane Henderiks' Spicy Chickpeas

Ingredients:

16-ounce bag dried chickpeas
1 tablespoon roasted peanut oil
1 packet True Lime
1 packet True Lemon
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Rinse chickpeas and cook according to package directions.
Drain and toss chickpeas with remaining ingredients.
Pour onto rimmed baking sheet and roast in oven until crisp and firm; about 30-45 minutes, shaking pan periodically.
Let cool and serve!

Lemon Pepper Barbecue Wings on a white plate on a table.

Grilled True Lemon Pepper BBQ Wings

Ingredients:

12 chicken wings
3 tablespoons True Lemon Pepper seasoning
½ cup olive oil
1 cup BBQ sauce

Directions:

Toss wings with True Lemon Pepper and olive oil, evenly coating them. Cover in the refrigerator and let sit for 20 minutes.
Pre-heat grill on high.
Toss wings again, then reduce grill heat to medium-high.
Grill wings for 5-10 minutes on each side, basting with BBQ sauce as you turn.
Continue to cook until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. Enjoy!

Pecan True Lemon Basil Meatballs

Ingredients:

1 pound ground chicken
1 egg
½ cup parmesan cheese
½ cup breadcrumbs
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 packets True Lemon
½ cup toasted chopped pecans
1 teaspoon fresh oregano
1 teaspoon fresh basil
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions:

Place ground chicken, egg, parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, garlic, oregano, basil, True Lemon, pecans and salt in a bowl.
Knead mixture together until evenly combined. Form mixture into 1-inch balls.
In a large non-stick skillet, warm olive oil over high heat.
Place meatballs in a pan (as many as will fit with space between) and cook until all sides are browned, approximately 8 minutes for each.
Remove with slotted spoon and add to your favorite spaghetti sauce or serve with dipping sauce!

More Great Bites to Try:

Dips

Ahh, chips and dip – the essence of any good sports gathering. Try pairing these fresh and wholesome recipes with crunchy veggies for a nutrient-dense twist.

Fresh salsa in a wooden bowl on top of plate with tortilla chips.

Fresh Salsa with Trocomare Seasoning

Ingredients:

4 tomatoes, diced
1 small red onion, diced
½ a green or orange pepper, diced
1 jalapeno, seeds removed, minced
1 teaspoon Trocomare seasoning
4 packets True Lemon
1 handful fresh chopped cilantro, optional

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, and gently mix to combine.

Lemon Herb Hummus

Ingredients:

4 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas (drain and save ¼ cup liquid)
¼ cup tahini or peanut butter
4 packets True Lemon
3 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon fresh parsley
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon paprika

Directions:

Crush garlic and saute in 1 teaspoon olive oil until translucent.
Transfer to food processor and blend with olive oil, chickpeas, liquid, tahini, True Lemon, cumin and parsley.
Season with salt. Pour into bowl and top with paprika.

More Delicious Dips:

One Pot Meals

Easy is the way to go. Make your day as enjoyable as possible! With these dishes, just throw everything in a pot and let the flavors meld together on their own.

Greek Pasta Salad

Ingredients:

For Salad-

2 pounds uncooked tri-color pasta
2 small onions, chopped
1 yellow or green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium tomato, diced
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 cup feta cheese

For Dressing-

2-4 packets True Lemon
2 tablespoons vinegar
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt

Directions:

Cook pasta and let cool completely.
Mix the dressing ingredients and set aside.
Toss the pasta with the veggies, parsley and feta cheese.
When ready to serve, add dressing and toss.

More One-Pot Wonders:

Beverages & Dessert

Because you need to hydrate. And every healthy meal plan has room for a sweet tooth!

True Lime Mock-arita in a margarita glass next to a glass pitcher with Lime Mock-arita. It is on a colorful tablecloth against a red background.

Diane Henderiks' True Lime Mock-arita

Ingredients:

4 packets True Lime
¼ cup water
½ cup white grape juice
Maraschino cherries (as optional garnish)

Directions:

Rim ½ of the margarita glass with kosher salt, if desired.
Combine all ingredients in a shaker and shake well.
Strain over margarita glass filled with ice. (Optional: Blend ingredients together!)
Enjoy!

Low Cal True Lemon Refrigerator Cookie dough in a mixing bowl. There are whisks in the bowl as well.

Low Cal Lemon Refrigerator Cookies

Ingredients:

3 packets True Lemon, dissolved in 3 tablespoons warm water
1 cup butter, room temperature
1 cup sweetener (honey, coconut sugar, raw sugar, etc)
2 eggs
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ½ cups sifted all-purpose flour (use gluten-free, if desired)
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt

Directions:

Cream butter, sweetener, and eggs with electric mixer until light and fluffy. Blend in vanilla and True Lemon mixture.
Sift flour, baking powder and salt together. Slowly add to the batter.
Form dough into 2x6 inch logs, seal in plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
When ready to bake, preheat oven to 285 degrees. Cut dough into ½ inch slices and space 2 inches apart on greased cookie sheet.
Bake 16-20 minutes. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before transferring to cooling racks.
Dust with powdered sugar and additional True Lemon, if desired.

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Written by

Amy Cimo

Amy Cimo is a Nutrition Coach, Personal Trainer and Wellness Enthusiast based out of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. After going through her own health journey, she found her passion in helping others find balance between nutrition, physical activity and mindset to live healthy and be truly happy. Amy attended Louisiana State University where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. She became a Certified Personal Trainer in 2021 through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and a Certified Nutrition Coach in 2022 through Precision Nutrition.