There are “muscle foods” that taste great and are high protein substitutes for the same old chicken and beef?
- Clams – Loaded with iron and are one of the few meats high in vitamin C.
Prep: toss on the grill and cook until they pop open.
- Lobster – Lower in fat than pork or beef with a higher dose of calcium.
Prep: Cut in half and brush with olive oil or butter.? Place cut side down very hot grill or 3 minutes.? Flip and grill for another 4 – 5 minutes.
- Venison – Fewer calories than chicken breast and twice as much iron as beef.
Prep:? Marinate in red wine or olive oil.? Grill to medium rare over high heat.
- Ostrich – Lean with a large amount of iron.
Prep:? Marinate in olive oil.? Lean meats need added fat to stay moist.? Grill over high heat.
- Swordfish – Same calories as chicken or beef but higher in omega-3 fats.
Prep:? Brush with olive oil and a squirt of lemon juice.? Grill over high heat.
(Men’s Fitness June/July 2008)
