Mexican dishes are extremely tasty, but they are often times loaded with processed carbs, high in sodium and buried in high-fat extras. It is possible, however, to make some simple substitutions that will make your Mexican meal not only healthy, but delicious!
Kick it up with spices – An excellent way to add zest and decrease the amount of salt in many Mexican meals is to add spices. substitute high sodium seasonings with black or cayenne pepper, chili powder, oregano and cumin. Add even more taste with freshly squeezed lime or lemon juice and diced red peppers.
Healthy fillings – Shredded chicken, ground turkey, fish and other lean meats are excellent substitutions for high-fat cuts of meat like beef that is usually in Mexican food. Be sure to spice it up (and add nutrients) by throwing in such vegetables as diced tomatoes, chopped onions, shredded lettuce, habanero’s and red peppers.
Healthy wrap – Substitute the traditional flour tortillas with nutritious and tasty 100% whole grain or whole wheat tortillas. I even like to make my own tortilla chips by cutting a whole grain tortilla into triangle shapes and baking them in the oven for about 8 minutes. Then just add a little salsa and you have a low calorie and healthy appetizer.
Top it wisely – Even if you’ve done everything right your healthy Mexican meal can be ruined with too many high calorie and fatty extras. Splash on the cheese sparingly and go for the low-fat sour cream or guacamole. Salsa also makes the perfect topping for any dish. It is extremely low in calories, nutritious and adds ton of flavor.
By following these easy techniques you can once again enjoy a tasty Mexican meal without the added calories and fat that is typically linked with this type of dish.
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