Cutting 100 calories from sandwiches, salads, omelettes and stir frys may seem tough, but it’s easier than you think! Use these helpful, simple tricks to easily cut 100 calories (or more) from everyday snacks and meals!
Don’t Drink Soda
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Put down that sugary soda and pick up a fizzy seltzer.
Swap Out Pasta For Veggies Noodles
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Most vegetables can be spiralized to create yummy nutrient dense, low calorie alternatives to pasta.
Eat Your Sandwich Open Faced
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Ditch the top slice of bread to cut unnecessary calories!
Use A Little Less Quinoa
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Cut a 1 cup portion of quinoa in half and load up on the veggies!
Ditch The Pastries
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Eat a bowl of strawberries, bananas or fresh blueberries with a splash of nut-milk — just don’t reach for the croissants or pies!
Use Smaller Dishes
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Trick your brain into thinking that you’re eating much more food! Pile a tiny plate or bowl high with leafy greens, veggies or fruit. You’ll cut your calories, but visually it will look like you’re eating a much larger portion!
Make Cauliflower Crust Pizza
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A cauliflower crust can’t replace a doughy crust, but it will cut calories and help you lose weight!
Have One Tablespoon Of Peanut Butter Instead Of Two
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Peanut butter is a great source of protein – but it’s also high in calories. Instead of the recommended serving of two tablespoons, try reducing your serving to just one tablespoon!
Sprinkle Cinnamon In Your Coffee
Instead of sweetening your coffee with sugar or high-calorie syrups, try sprinkling cinnamon and nutmeg in your cup!
Swap Out White Rice For Cauliflower Rice
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Swapping in cauliflower in the place of white rice will cut calories and add nutrients (like waist friendly fiber) to your meal!
Pack Your Omelette With Veggies
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Make mornings simpler and leaner with a veggie omelette! Ditch the cheese and meat, and choose mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach, and avocado for a light and healthy omelette.
DIY Salad Dressing
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Making your own salad dressings at home will guarantee you a low-calorie, sugar free dressing that will help you keep the pounds off!
Add Veggies To Your Pasta Sauce
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Make a hearty pasta sauce filled with mushrooms, onions, peppers, and zucchini!
Go Meatless With Portobello Mushrooms
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Grill or roast portobello mushrooms to replace meat in your favorite dishes!
Use Lemons as a Condiment
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Instead of flavoring your steamed veggies with butter, try seasoning them with fresh lemon juice!
Take Your Time Eating
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Make your meal last longer! When you take your time with your meal you’re less likely to want a second helping.
