Are You Sabotaging Your Salad?
Ordering a salad may seem like a smart choice when dining out (I always order one before my meal to keep me from overeating), but do you really know what's in your bowl of greens?
Restaurants are notorious for sneaking in unhealthy additions that can easily turn your salad into one giant calorie bomb.
Here are some tips on how to make sure your salad is a healthy one!
Dressings: Did you know some restaurant dressings have as much fat and calories as premium ice creams? I usually skip the dressing and ask for lemon or lime to squeeze on top instead. You can also try salsa or balsamic vinegar.
Toppings: Tortilla chips, croutons and Asian noodles are typically fried and loaded with unwanted calories. Next time leave them off and ask if you can sub more veggies instead.
Added fats: Restaurants tend to have a heavy hand when it comes to things like avocado/guacamole and nuts (which are sometimes candied!). Since I keep low-fat, I always skip these.
For more ideas on how to create an exciting salad, see this post for tips.
And if you're looking for salads (and not just lettuce) that will keep you full and satisfied, be sure to check out this week's "Best Salads" meal plan!