Healthy, Simple Burger & Fries Lunch

Here's a super simple, practical lunch for anyone on the go, or busy Mom's. I decided for lunch today, Sophia and I would indulge a bit, and have  a burger! Who knew you could eat a delicious burger and still manage a low caloric meal.  Here's what I used and the nutrition facts. For each product and the whole meal.

So for the burger, I obviously used the all veggie, Boca burger. I put Kraft light mayo, mustard and a slice of Kraft American cheese on it.

My choice of fries are Alexia Sweet Potato fries, that are Cajun spice flavored. Many of you may not know that one trick of eating spicy food is that your body burns more calories trying to keep itself cool, there by expending more energy and melting away some extra calories.

 

 Although having fries seems very unhealthy, sweet potatoes actually pack quite a punch when in comes to nutrients and benefits. They contain vitamin A, vitamin C, manganese, fiber, B vitamins, potassium and even iron.

Some other health benefits of sweet potatoes are their antioxidant and anti inflammatory properties. They're also a wonderful choice for diabetics. Diabetics can eat sweet potatoes without worry because they have a low glycemic index.

 

 last, but not least, if you or someone you know suffers from kidney or gallbladder ailments, sweet potatoes may help because they contain a small amount of oxalates, (which in high concentrations can cause kidney damage.) Those with a healthy digestive tract will be better able to absorb the nutrients of sweet potatoes without suffering ill effects.

As always, doing research on your specific condition and a consulting with your doctor are recommended.

 

Then of course I had some grapes. Which, yes is a CARB!! AAAHHHHHH! But in the history of the human race, will you EVER see anyone who got fat eating fruit.  Here's what these little green wonders give you nutritionally:

vitamin C, the choline, vitamin A, vitamin K, along with trace amounts of vitamins B-6 and

vitamin E, folate, niacin, pantothenic acid, riboflavin and thiamin. potassium, phosphorus, calcium and magnesium. Grapes are a low-sodium food. They also contain trace amounts of copper, iron, manganese, zinc, fluoride and selenium.

 

So as you can see I had a nutritious, healthy meal. But the biggest question of all is...HOW MANY CALORIES???

So, lets add them all up!

 

Bread:...........................................70c (2 slices)

Boca burger:.................................120c/patty

Kraft 2% American Cheese:..........60c/slice

Kraft Light Mayo:..........................35c/serving

Mustard:...........................................0c (EAT AS MUCH AS YOU WANT!)

Alexia Spicy Sweet Potato Fries: 130c/serving

Grapes:...........................................15c (6 large grapes)

 

 

Grand total: 430 calories!!

 

 

Although this meal seems small, there's so much protein in it, its super filling and delicious. Its quick, easy, and even my 2 year old daughter loved it! However, she ate tator tots, not spicy fries.

Until next time, enjoy your "Spring"!!