With summer right around the corner we are all prepared for warmer weather and all the fun summer activities that come along with it! There isn’t a better way to end a perfect summer day than a nice and healthy BBQ meal with all of your loved ones. Our patient’s health is always our priority and that is why we are happy to be able to provide healthy options for your BBQ dinner!
The Perfectly Healthy Side Dish
Who doesn’t love a batch of delicious brussel sprouts? We know that we do here at Dental Associates of Delaware! This veggie side dish is the perfect way to compliment any entrée and of course, is really good for you too. Here is what you will need:
- 1 lb. brussel sprouts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking directions are as follows:
- Remove stems of brussel sprouts
- Microwave on high for 3 minutes
- Add olive oil, garlic, mustard, paprika and salt
- Toss and combine
- Skewer 4-5 brussel sprouts onto metal skewer
- Place the skewers on the grill
- Cover and cook for 5 minutes
- Turn over and cook for 5 minutes
Once you remove the brussel sprouts from the grill you can serve them as they are on the skewer. For more flavor you can return the brussel sprouts to the bowl they were mixed in for additional olive oil and seasonings.
Grilled Lemon Chicken
Now here is a dish that truly everyone can enjoy! This is a light and refreshing dish that is not only healthy but is a BBQ favorite. Here is what you will need in order to cook this chicken delight:
- ¾ cup lemon juice
- ¾ cup olive oil
- 2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon minced thyme leaves
- 2 lbs boneless/skinless chicken breasts, halved
Follow the following instructions for your entrée:
- Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper & thyme
- Pour over the chicken breasts
- Cover and marinate for 6 hours, or overnight, in the refrigerator
- Cook the chicken on the grill for 10 min on each side or until cooked through
- Cool and cut diagonally in ½ inch slices
- Skewer with wooden sticks
Happy Summer From Your Dentists in Brandywine, Hockessin, Middletown, Wilmington, Millsboro, & Ocean View, DE!
All of the Doctors and staff at Dental Associates of Delaware wish you a happy, fun and safe summer. We hope that it is filled with sun, laughter and of course, delicious BBQ food! We look forward to seeing you soon for your regular check–up if it falls over the summer months. If you are a potential new patient and in need of a general dentist or a cosmetic dentist, please don’t hesitate to contact our office in Brandywine, Hockessin, Middletown, Wilmington, Millsboro, or Ocean View. Enjoy the summer!