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Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette Dip is perfect alongside grilled vegetables or crackers. Make this dip in less than 2 minutes, great for tailgating spreads.

Last evening we were enjoying some incredible weather and we’re out running errands. As we drove through our small downtown area I saw a familiar sight signaling the start of fall…Friday Night Lights coming from the football stadium of our local high school. Yes football season is upon us and with that all the tailgating goodness that comes hand in hand with this beloved game.

Football and tailgating are part of our culture, somehow good food just make the game watching that much better. Tailgating doesn’t have to include a heavy, calorie laden spread. In fact just by firing up your grill you can prepare items which will lead to healthier game day noshing.

To find such items and stay on budget (that’s HUGE for me) I stop into at Save-A-Lot Food Stores. You won’t believe how much you can save while loading your shopping cart for the big game. With savings of up to 40%, you’ll find everything you need to make a tasty, flavor loaded game day feast.

I decided to use our grill to get a great appetizer ready for game day viewing. Grilled Vegetables with a Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette Dip not only bring a pop of color to your tailgating menu but they are also super easy to prepare.

Simply cut fresh vegetables of your choice into large chunks or slices. Marinate in Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing for at least 20 minutes then grill.

Next I made this tangy, tasty, and OH SO EASY dip with 2 ingredients and a crack of freshly ground pepper. YES, two ingredients! Dip the freshly grilled veggies into the dip and BAM this platter of healthy snacking is done.

Shopping at Save-A-Lot just makes sense for tailgating prep. You’ll SCORE BIG with all the essentials you need from: meats, cheeses, veggies, and beverages too. All at amazing prices, you’ll save both time and money at Save-A-Lot getting ready for delicious tailgating fun.

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