Father's Day is one of the first holidays of the summer in the US and as such, usually calls for a barbecue. We expect burgers, brats, beer, and all the fixings when we're grilling out for dad. But these days, lots of dads are either on doctor's orders to eat healthier or are choosing to keep fit and healthy all on their own. Now that doesn't mean there's no room for a splurge on a day of celebration—there's nothing like a juicy burger—but it's nice to be able to mix in some healthy options as well. A barbecue is actually the perfect occasion to experiment with healthier preparations. Grilling is fairly fool-proof, doesn't require a ton of added oil or fat, and automatically adds flavor to just about any food.
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There's honestly no end to the number of different dishes you can grill up this Father's Day. From veggies to dessert—you could even make the entire Father's Day meal on the grill. And while grilling is a great opportunity to create healthier fare for the dad in your life, less fattening barbecued foods are also a nice change of pace. You'll probably be eating the same burgers and hot dogs at barbecues all summer long so why not introduce some better-for-you options for the grill now? We promise dad won't be disappointed with these healthy, grilled dishes for Father's Day.