Smart Salad Toppers
JORGE’S DAILY FIT TIP
By Jorge Cruise, Chief Diet and Fitness Expert
Published February 07, 2011
You’ve probably been advised to avoid lots of salad toppings in order to lose weight. But who really wants to chomp on a bunch of leaves? Luckily, there are many toppings that are both low in calories and high in taste. Try these satisfying swaps for a diet-friendly salad you’ll actually look forward to eating:
* Ditch the deli meat cubes, which can add up to 100 calories and six grams of fat for just eight to 10 little pieces. Instead, dig into the beans, which are virtually fat-free, loaded with vitamins such as folate, and packed with hunger-quelling fiber. From garbanzo beans to kidney and black beans, the possibilities are endless!
* Bag the bacon bits, and sprinkle on sunflower seeds instead. They’re a great source of magnesium, not to mention heart-healthy unsaturated fats.
* If you love the crunch of croutons, crumble on some flavored rice cakes instead. They’ll add the texture you crave, without all the unnecessary oil.
* When it comes time to dress your masterpiece, drizzle, don’t drench. In general, stay away from creamy varieties such as ranch and thousand island; these are loaded with calories and unhealthy fats. Opt instead for a tablespoon of oil-based vinaigrette. Or better yet, try my favorite: a tablespoon of flaxseed oil on your salad will deliver a nutty flavor rich in omega-3s that you and your body will love.
Your coach,
Jorge Cruise
MY THOUGHTS
i should really learn to eat beans. i see beans in almost all weight loss advise. weight loss attempts should really include salads and these are great toppings. except for the beans, of course.
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