Eating out scares people that are on a diet. I’m here to tell you that you can do it — with ease. Check out these suggestions.
Salads? Sure. A chef salad is a perfect option, but you might also consider a take a basic dinner salad to the next level by adding some strips of fajita chicken or steak if possible. Make sure you ask your server to leave off the shredded cheese and croutons.
Short of pouring oil + vinegar on your salad (how long has the oil and vinegar been in those little glass containers anyhow? They never look too clean to me) your best choice for dressing is Italian. Ranch would be a second choice. Other varieties have too much sugar in them to be on your ‘good food’ list.
Hamburger (no cheese and without the bun of course). Load up your burger with lettuce and tomato and mustard or hot sauce and you have a great eating-out option. Instead of French-fries, ask if you can have a side of steamed veggies. Most places will let you do that. Even if you have to pay a little bit more, it’s worth it. Or…get a small side-salad.
Meatloaf? Not so much. Most meatloaf recipes call for some sort of filler, like bread crumbs. Also, ketchup is a main ingredient and that’s full of sugar and high-fructose corn syrup. Skip the meatloaf, okay?
Steak, chicken or pork-chop. Those are great choices, especially when you trade the ubiquitous baked potato for some steamed vegetables. Add a salad and you have a great meal.
Eggs. Eggs are not just for breakfast anymore. If you are eating at a place that serves breakfast all day, you might opt for an omelet or other egg dish. Just skip the toast and potatoes. Add some fresh fruit or a side of steamed vegetables and you have a perfect, low-carb meal.
Your turn: what do you order when you go out to eat? Be sure to leave a comment below.
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