Low Calorie Foods
 



Tasty Low Calorie Alternative Foods:


Dairy Products

  • Evaporated fat-free skim milk
  • Fat-free skim milk
  • Plain low fat yogurt
  • Reduced-calorie cheese or low-calorie processed cheese
  • Fat-free cheese
  • Imitation whipped

Cereals, Grains and Pastas


  • Rice or noodles (spaghetti, macaroni, etc.)
  • Reduced-fat granola
  • Bran flakes, and crispy rice,
  • Pasta with vegetables
  • Pasta with red sauce
  • Cooked grits

Meat, Fish and Poultry


  • Lower-fat hot dogs
  • Chicken or turkey without skin
  • Egg whites or egg substitutes
  • Vegetarian sausage
  • Fish or shellfish, unbreaded
  • Water-packed tuna (rinse to reduce sodium content)


  • Fats, Oils, and Salad Dressings
  • Nonstick cooking spray for stir-frying
  • Reduced-calorie or fat-free salad dressings, lemon juice, or plain, herb flavored, or wine vinegar
  • Jelly, jam, or honey on bread or toast
  • Light spread margarines
  • As a substitute for oil or butter, use applesauce or prune puree in baked goods

Others

  • Cucumber slices or lettuce leaves
  • Baked beans in tomato sauce
  • Chocolate syrup
  • Broth-based soups





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