When you are looking to lose a few, is your first step a trip through the salad bar? Your instincts are good, but what you top your lettuce with might be impeding your progress. High fat dressings, cheese, bacon, fried croutons, mayonnaise-based potato or pasta salads add additional fat and calories.
For a smarter, healthier salad, use the following tips:
*Reach for the darker lettuce and cabbage. Darker leaves contain a higher amount of vitamins and minerals.
*Get as much color in that bowl as possible – carrots, broccoli, peas, tomatoes.
*Add protein with beans instead of bacon or cheese.
*Steer clear of creamy mayonnaise-based …read more