Dad, he was your first love, your best pal, your teacher of 101 ways to use duct tape, and a teller of the most awesomely bad jokes.

When it comes to planning a menu to celebrate Father’s Day most of us check 3 boxes: beer, meat, and grill. But, with the growing reality of lifestyle diseases even Dad has to start thinking differently about what he eats. This year, treat Dad to the food he loves with Father’s Day recipes on lighter side. Show him you care about his health and plan on spending many more Father’s Days giving his same terrible jokes consolation laughs.

Here are 20 Healthy Father’s Day recipes to feed Dad with love:

Chipotle Chicken Skewers Recipe

Everyone loves food on a stick! If Dad likes a little heat these are a great way to bring it – although if he is like mine you’ll want to serve extra hot sauce on the side because it’s not hot enough if he can still taste the food.  Get Recipe Here.

Grilled Barbecue Bison Burger Recipe

Great, lean and healthy burgers!! Significantly lower in fat than beef, bison is a great alternative to give Dad  the red meat he wants in a heart healthy burger. These will hit the spot tonight! Get Recipe Here.

Boneless Leg of Lamb with Tarragon Recipe

Is Dad a Sunday roast man? He will love the savory taste in this leg of lamb recipe. Here is dinner tonight! Get Recipe Here.

Caramelized Onion Crockpot Recipe for Burgers

Delicious burgers covered with caramelized onions add amazing flavor without piling on calories. Great for a busy day of hanging out with Dad, you throw everything in a slow cooker and forget about until dinner is ready. Get Recipe Here

Charred Cedar Plank Salmon with Lemon and Dill Recipe

Salmon is a fantastic way to treat Dad to a fancy dinner. Though higher in calories than many other fish, salmon is full of heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids as well as a host of vitamins and nutrients. It is a wonderful way to feed Dad with love. This Salmon Recipe will get a standing ovation!  Get Recipe Here.

Make Ahead Meals Sweet Potato Apple Chicken Sausage Recipe

Start the day with sweet potato apple chicken sausage. Sausage for breakfast is a weekend staple and making it with ground chicken significantly cuts the calories and fat. Dad is guaranteed to love these! Yum! Get Recipe Here.

Chipotle Chicken Burger Recipe

Ground chicken also makes the base for these mouth watering burgers. Full of spice, and so juicy Dad will forget they never said “moo.”  Get Recipe Here.

Creamy Potato Salad Hold the Mayo Recipe

Potato Salad is a must have for summer meals. But that doesn’t mean it must have mayo. Serve Dad a creamy potato salad that with put a smile on Dad face and make his heart happy. Get Recipe Here.

Tasty Paleo Cuban Pork Roast Recipe

Tempt Dad to leave his man cave with a pork roast recipe fit for a caveman. This a great decision for dinner but will take a little time to get it right so make your choice soon. Get Recipe Here.

Greek Lamb Burgers Recipes

Lamb tacos with heart healthy yogurt dressing and crispy fresh vegetables are a surprising treat that will sure to be a fast favorite. Get Recipe Here.

Grilled Flank Steak with Brown Sugar Rub Recipe

Flank steak is a lean cut of meat that grills up extremely tender. It is one of the best cuts of beef for anyone looking to eat a little lighter. This juicy steak recipe is covered in a layer of delicious brown sugar. Get Recipe Here.

Red Potato Salad Sausage Recipe

Everything is better grilled. And, if you have never thought to grill a potato this is the perfect time to try! Sausage and red potatoes come together to make this a full meal. Get Recipe Here.

Red Quinoa and Black Bean Veggie Burgers Recipes

Is Dad supposed to be cutting back on meat altogether? These heart healthy quinoa and black bean “burgers” are packed full of flavor, your Dad will be trading his loafers for hemp shoes and going full veggie by the last bite. Get Recipe Here.

Crockpot Shredded BBQ Chicken Recipe

Another great option if your Father’s Day plans have you out and about all day. Toss this BBQ chicken in a crock pot and come back when you are ready for delicious dinner option. Get Recipe Here.

BLT Coleslaw Recipe

Yes it says bacon, lettuce, and tomato coleslaw. With no mayo this a really fun twist on the number 1 most ordered sandwich in America. Just make sure to make enough! Get Recipe Here.

 

Portobello Burgers with Blue Cheese and Onions Recipe

Portobello mushroom caps grill up so flavorful and are about as light as you can get and still be eating. With the low calorie “patt” Dad can splurge on the toppings. Get Recipe Here.

Ultimate Turkey Burger Sliders Recipe

Turkey is a super lean alternative to a beef patty. The sky is the limit when it comes to ways to customize turkey burgers. These adorable sliders are little bitty bites of heaven with flavor in every bite. Get Recipe Here.

 

Baked Salmon with Kale Pesto Recipe

Does Dad love scooping up a forkful of pasta? Try this totally different and wholly delicious salmon and pesto pasta experience. Get Recipe Here.

Vegan Reuben Brats with Special Sauce Recipe

You don’t need meat to enjoy a good Brat! Treat Dad to a vegan meal he won’t soon forget with traditional beer brats piled high with sauerkraut. What’s not to love! Get Recipe Here.

Slow Cooker Healthy Maple Bacon Beans Recipe

No summer menu is complete until you add some baked beans.  Low in fat but high in fiber and protein beans are an excellent way to give Dad something to make his heart and tummy happy. Toss these in the crock pot and get ready for a delicious side dish with dinner tonight. Get Recipe Here.