If you're like me, you're a busy person and you tend to eat out several times per week. I love getting together with my friends and trying new restaurants, but I also want to stay healthy, and stick to a low calorie diet.
Step 1
If you're choosing a restaurant based on low-calorie options, a sushi is a great choice for healthy options. But almost anywhere you go, there are a few things you can do to order a healthy meal from any menu.
Step 2
Instead of a giant entree, try to order several small plates for the whole table to share, instead of individual entrees. This way, everyone can taste a bunch of different dishes, and not have too much food.
Step 3
If you can't order small plates with the whole table, try ordering soup and an appetizer instead of an entree.
Step 4
Stay clear of cream sauces and dressings. Instead, look for tomato based sauces and balsamic vinegar based dressings, and order them on the side.
Step 5
If your dish comes with a side, substitute vegetables or salad for fries or potatoes. If you just have to have potatoes, get it baked, not fried.
Step 6
Eat an piece of fruit or string cheese, or spoonful of peanut butter beforehand, so you're not tempted to over-indulge once you're out.
Step 7
If you're given a giant portion, only eat half, and take the second half home. You can have it for lunch the next day. Not only does this save calories, but it saves money too!
Step 8
Here are some tried-and-true options for different kinds of cuisine:
Mexican: ceviche, fish tacos
Japanese: brown rice and fish rolls, along with cucumber rolls and avocado
Chinese: Broccoli Chicken
American: Turkey burger with veggies
Thai: Mango chicken salad
Italian: Pizza with extra veggies and no cheese
Dessert: fruit sorbet
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