Sometimes, knowing just a few simple food swaps can make a big impact on both your health and energy.
Here are my top 10 favorite food swaps that are both tasty and better for your waistline!
Swap It!
Pasta -> Zucchini Noodles
Per ½ cup: 200 calories vs 18 calories
Mayo -> Avocado
Per 1 tbs: 100 calories vs 15 calories
Oil -> Apple Sauce
Per ½ cup: 480 calories vs 50 calories
Plain Yogurt -> Greek Yogurt
Per 1 cup: 6g protein vs 22g protein
Bagels -> English Muffin
Per 1 serving: 480 calories vs 120 calories
Muffin -> Cereal
Per 1 serving: 500 calories vs 150 calories
White Rice -> Quinoa
Per ½ cup: 2g protein vs 6g protein
Flour Tortillas -> Corn Tortillas
Per 1 tortilla: 140 calories vs 60 calories
French Fries -> Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Per 5 oz: 520 calories vs 120 calories
Mashed Potatoes -> Mashed Cauliflower
Per ¾ cup: 120 calories vs 25 calories
Here are some of my favorite healthy recipes that are easy to make,
low in calories and give you an extra punch of protein!
Sweet Potato Raisin Bread
Baked Portobello Mushroom & Gouda Quiche
Almond Cupcakes With Strawberry Frosting
Java Brownie Bites
Cranberry ‘Stuffing’
Smokey Avocado and Sun Dried Tomato Egg Salad
