Make it till
Sunday night
kickoff.

All the heat, none of the brick in your stomach. Greek yogurt does the job, so you're getting real protein instead of a nap by the second quarter.

You need2 cups shredded cooked chicken · 1 cup plain Greek yogurt · ¼ cup buffalo sauce · ¼ cup shredded cheddar · green onions

Serve withCelery, carrots, cucumber slices, whole-grain crackers

Fiber and plant protein burn slow and steady, which is exactly what a 1 o'clock start asks of you. Blend it Saturday night and it's ready before the pregame show.

You need2 cans cannellini beans, rinsed · ⅓ cup tahini · lemon juice · garlic · cumin · olive oil

Serve withBell peppers, carrots, celery, cherry tomatoes, whole-wheat pita wedges

Sweet potatoes bring fiber and vitamin A where fried chips bring grease. Same pile-it-high nacho moment, and you can still get off the couch at halftime.

You needThinly sliced sweet potatoes · black beans · grilled chicken · salsa · avocado · a little shredded cheese · jalapeños · cilantro

Make itBake the sweet potato rounds until crisp, layer the toppings, back in the oven a few minutes

The crunch you want from a chip with fiber and protein behind it. Set the bowl down and it'll be empty by the two-minute warning.

You need2 cans chickpeas · 1 tbsp olive oil · smoked paprika · garlic powder · chili powder · black pepper

Make itAir fry or roast until crispy

Lean protein and vegetables in a bite you can eat standing up. They're portioned small on purpose, so grazing all afternoon doesn't turn into a meal you regret at 8 o'clock.

You needWhole-wheat tortillas · light cream cheese or hummus · sliced turkey breast · spinach · shredded carrots · tomato slices

Make itRoll tight, chill 15 minutes, slice into pinwheels