Healthy salads are all the rage, but too often, calorie-laden culprits are sneaking into our salads today, making them heftier than we thought. Here are 7 sinful culprits — and healthier ways to go.
Salads are commonly hailed as the epitome of healthy eating — thought to be low in calories, low-carb and nutrient-dense. 'Some sneaky culprits, however, can turn your healthy meal into a calorie-laden dish,' said Nikki Kuhlmann, RD, LDN, a registered dietitian with Anne Till Nutrition Group in Raleigh, North Carolina.
They also shared suggestions for healthier alternatives. Here are six areas worth watching. 1. Salad dressings You may believe that choosing a salad for lunch and dinner almost guarantees a low-calorie and healthy meal choice, but the wrong salad dressing can shift your meal to one with more calories than expected. Stay clear of creamy dressings, said Julie Lopez, RD, with Virtual Teaching Kitchen Succasunna, New Jersey. Even too much dressing can be a sneaky trap, too.
Leafy greens. The base of any good salad, leafy greens like spinach, kale, and arugula are low in calories but high in vitamins, minerals, and fiber, said Kuhlmann, the RD in North Carolina. Colorful produce. She also noted that adding a variety of colorful vegetables like bell peppers, tomatoes, carrots and beets not only makes your salad more visually appealing but also boosts its nutrient profile. Power protein sources. Incorporate a lean protein source to make your salad a complete meal.
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