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At game-day gatherings, casual backyard hangs and happy hours alike, tacos and sliders are often front and center on summer menus.
But when you're trying to eat healthily , which is the smarter choice?
"Tacos and sliders are fun, handheld meal options, but their nutritional content can vary significantly depending on the ingredients, portion sizes, preparation methods and cooking techniques , such as high-heat grilling or frying," Michelle Routhenstein, a New York-based cardiology dietitian at Entirely Nourished, told Fox News Digital.
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Tacos and sliders are convenient, versatile and rich in flavor, added Trista K. Best, a registered dietitian in Georgia — but wh