January 1, 2023

We all look forward to the Super Bowl because it's a time for friends, family, and, of course, food! But it doesn’t have to be all greasy wings and unhealthy nachos. There are plenty of ways to enjoy the game without sacrificing your health. Even for fun special occasions, it is important to maintain good eating habits to maintain your best eye health.  Enjoy these healthy big game recipes that are sure to please everyone! 

1. Margherita Muffin

Recipe By: Andrea Stewart

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Total Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 4 

Ingredients:

  • 4 English muffins, split
  • 2 c. favorite prepared tomato sauce
  • 8 oz. buffalo mozzarella
  • 1 pt. cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Fresh basil leaves, torn, for serving
  • Flaky sea salt
  • Pepper 

Directions

Step 1

Toast English muffins then spread with tomato sauce.

Step 2

Place on broiler-safe baking sheet and top with torn pieces of buffalo mozzarella and cherry tomatoes.

Step 3

Broil on high until cheese has melted, 1 to 3 minutes. Top with basil and a pinch each of salt and pepper.

2. Spicy Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

Recipe By: Samantha Macavoy and Kate Merker

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Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 6 

Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 to 2 Tbsp gochujang (Korean hot pepper paste)
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 tsp. honey
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • 2 tsp. grated fresh ginger
  • 1 1/2 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 head Boston lettuce, leaves separated
  • 2 Persian cucumbers, sliced
  • 1 bunch small radishes, sliced
  • Mint and basil, for serving 

Directions

Step 1

Heat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, gochujang, oil and honey, then stir in garlic and ginger. Add shrimp and toss to coat.

Step 2

Arrange in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until just opaque throughout, 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 3

Serve shrimp in lettuce and top with cucumbers, radishes, mint and basil.

3. Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Recipe By:  The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen

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Total Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 2 

Ingredients:

  • 1 red pepper, halved and seeded
  • 1 15-oz can chickpeas, rinsed
  • 1 small clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/4 c. tahini
  • 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cumin
  • Kosher salt and pepper
  • Fresh dill, for sprinkling
  • Crackers and vegetables, for serving 

Directions

Step 1

Heat broiler. Place pepper, cut sides down, on a rimmed baking sheet and broil until charred, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and let sit until cool enough to handle. Peel off and discard skin.

Step 2

Transfer peppers to a food processor, along with chickpeas, garlic, tahini, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, and ¼ tsp each salt and pepper and puree until smooth. Sprinkle with dill and serve with crackers and vegetables for dipping.

4. Fish Tacos with Pico de Gallo

Recipe By: Curtis Stone 

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Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

  • FOR PICO DE GALLO
  • 1 lb. plum tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1/2 small white onion, finely chopped
  • 2 Fresno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1/2 c. fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • Kosher salt

FOR FISH

  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for sprinkling
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 1/4 lb. fresh mahi-mahi or other firm white fish fillet, cut into 8 pieces
  • Kosher salt and pepper
  • 2 limes, halved
  • 8 6-inch corn tortillas
  • 4 oz. green cabbage, very thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
  • 1/4 c. Mexican crema or sour cream 

Directions:

Step 1

Make pico de gallo: In bowl, toss tomatoes, onion, Fresno peppers, cilantro, lemon juice and 1 teaspoon salt. Let sit, tossing occasionally, until ready to serve.

Step 2

Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Prepare fish: In wide, shallow bowl, whisk oil, cilantro and garlic to combine. Lightly coat fish in oil mixture and season with salt and pepper. Grill until barely opaque throughout in thickest part, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Step 3

Meanwhile, grill limes, cut sides down, until they begin to char, 3 minutes. Add tortillas and warm, about 1 minute.

Step 4

Flake fish into large chunks and divide among tortillas. Top with cabbage, pico de gallo, crema and sprinkling of cilantro leaves. Serve with grilled limes. 

5. Grilled Chicken Wings

Recipe By: The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen

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Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 8 

Ingredients:

  • 3/4 c. apricot preserves
  • 3 tbsp. bourbon (we used Jack Daniels)
  • 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 tbsp. sriracha, optional
  • 2 1/3 lb. chicken wings, separated, tips discarded
  • Chopped scallions or cilantro, for serving 

Directions:

Step 1

In large bowl, whisk together apricot preserves, bourbon, lime juice, soy sauce, and sriracha (if using) until smooth and combined. Transfer 1/4 cup to small bowl and set aside.

Step 2

To sauce in large bowl, add chicken wings and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to 4 hours.

Step 3

Heat grill to low. Place wings bone side down on grill and grill covered 10 min. Flip and continue grilling until cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes more. Toss with reserved sauce and serve sprinkled with chopped scallions or cilantro. 

Enjoy the game and stay healthy too.  Isalnd retina is here to suport you in your goal of health eyes. If you have been diagnosed with diabetic retinopathy or are worried that you could have this disease, call the Island Retina team now to schedule an appointment.