Heart-Healthy Cheese Brats with Caramelized Onions
Indulge guilt-free with these Heart-Healthy Cheese Brats with Caramelized Onions—a wholesome twist on a barbecue classic. Made with low-fat turkey brats stuffed with melted reduced-fat cheddar cheese, this recipe offers all the flavors you love without the extra calories. The deeply caramelized onions, cooked in a fragrant mixture of balsamic vinegar, honey, and garlic powder, add a touch of sweetness and gourmet flair. Nestled in warm, toasted whole wheat buns, each bite is hearty, satisfying, and nutritious. Perfect for grilling season or a healthier game-day spread, these brats are easy to prepare and ready in under an hour. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, they’re as visually appealing as they are flavorful. Whether you’re watching your cholesterol or simply seeking lighter comfort food, this recipe is proof that indulgence doesn’t have to compromise health.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Turkey brats (low-fat)
- 60 grams Reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 4 pieces Whole wheat hot dog buns
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 medium Yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill or a grill pan to medium heat.
Step 2
Make a slit along each turkey brat without cutting through completely. Stuff each brat with approximately 15 grams of reduced-fat cheddar cheese.
Step 3
Secure the brats with toothpicks if necessary to prevent the cheese from falling out during cooking.
Step 4
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and saute for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low, add balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to the onions. Stir to combine.
Step 6
Continue cooking the onions, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes until they are deeply caramelized and golden brown.
Step 7
While the onions are caramelizing, grill the cheese-stuffed brats for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and have grill marks.
Step 8
Lightly toast the whole wheat buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes.
Step 9
Assemble the brats by placing each cheese-filled brat into a toasted whole wheat bun.
Step 10
Top with a generous amount of caramelized onions.
Step 11
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Step 12
Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy cheese brats with caramelized onions!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (814.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1377.4 |
| Total Fat 59.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 20.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 242.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3672.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 122.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 28.0g | |
| Protein 93.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 12.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 742.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1532.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories