{"id":174,"date":"2007-06-29T11:08:10","date_gmt":"2007-06-29T16:08:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/raeudy.com\/?p=174"},"modified":"2007-09-23T15:58:34","modified_gmt":"2007-09-23T20:58:34","slug":"try-tasty-veggie-dogs-for-fourth-of-july-cookout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/raeudy.com\/?p=174","title":{"rendered":"Try Tasty Veggie Dogs for Fourth of July Cookout"},"content":{"rendered":"

RECIPES: Veggie Dogs on the Grill<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Rae Udy<\/p>\n

Picnics and cookouts are a fun and relaxing part of the July 4th celebration, but you can still watch your diet while you are partying.<\/strong>
\nWorthington Veja-Links is a delicious vegetarian hot dog that is fun and healthy to serve at the fourth get-together. One link contains only 50 calories and .5 gram of saturated fat. These tasty links are cholesterol-free and provide five grams of protein per serving.
\nhttp:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Worthington-Veja-Links-19-Ounce-Cans-Pack\/<\/a>
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\n My personal favorite veggie dog is called Linketts and is made by Loma-Linda. Each dog is only 70 calories and contains no trans fat or cholesterol. They are a great source of B vitamins and dietary fiber. These delicious dogs contain just 170 mg of sodium each or about seven percent of daily value allowed. Made with soy protein, soy flour, and natural smoke flavor these healthful hot dogs contain 60 percent less fat than beef hot dogs.<\/strong>
\n http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Loma-Linda-Linketts-20-Ounce-Cans\/<\/a>
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\nBeef and pork hot dogs typically have between 110 to 220 calories per dog. They are high in saturated fat with four grams each, about 20 percent of daily value. Sodium content is also high with values from 390 to 510 mg in each hot dog. http:\/\/www.nutritiondata.com\/facts-C00001-01c20NB.html<\/a> (for pork hot dogs)
\nhttp:\/\/www.calorie-count.com\/calories\/item\/57743.html<\/a> (for beef hot dogs)
\nThere are many brands of vegetarian hot dogs available and they each have their own taste and texture. Purchase vegetarian hot dogs in most major supermarkets or at health food stores. The frozen varieties are located near the waffles in the freezer section and the canned veggie dogs are usually found in the health food section of large stores. The Yves brand of veggie dogs are located in the produce section of grocery stores.<\/strong>
\nThe following chart compiled by Reed Mangels, PhD, RD, for Vegetarian Journal compares calories, protein, fat and sodium content of a number of veggie dogs.<\/p>\n

Vegetarian Hot Dogs Calories Protein Fat Sodium
\n(gm) (gm) (mg)
\nSoyBoy Leaner Wiener (1.5 oz) v 55 12 0 140
\nNewMenu VegiDog (1.5 oz) v 45 9 0 170
\nLightlife Smart Dog (1.5 oz) v 45 9 0 230
\nYves Veggie Wiener (1.6 oz) v 55 11 0 340
\nYves Veggie Chili Dog (1.6 oz) v 50 10 0 360
\nYves Jumbo Veggie Dog (2.7 oz) v 90 17 0 570
\nLightlife Jumbo (2.7 oz) v 80 16 0 590
\nYves Tofu Wiener (1.4 oz) v 45 9 0.5 240
\nMorningstar Farms Veggie Dog (2 oz) 80 11 0.5 580
\nLightLife Wonder Dog (1.5 oz) v 60 9 2 230
\nLightLife Tofu Pup (1.5 oz) org, v 60 9 2.5 140
\nZoglo’s Meatless Frank (1.4 oz) 57 6.5 2.6 114
\nSoyBoy Not Dog (1.5 oz) org, v 95 7 3 200
\nhttp:\/\/www.vrg.org\/journal\/vj2000may\/2000mayburgers.htm<\/a><\/p>\n

VEGGIE DOGS
\n8 vegetarian hot dogs (thaw frozen varieties)
\n8 whole wheat hot dog buns
\nFavorite toppings, such as: mustard, catsup, pickle relish, finely chopped onion, shredded low-fat cheese, chopped tomatoes and hot peppers<\/strong><\/p>\n

Heat outdoor grill to medium heat. Grill hot dogs over coals until heated through. Use grill tongs and turn often to prevent sticking. Serve on warm buns with all of your favorite toppings.<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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