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Just found La Tortilla Factory flour tortillas 50 cal and their yummy.0
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For Asian soup noodles and stir fry, I actually prefer shirataki yam noodles. I would not use them at all for pasta dishes.0
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wtliftchick wrote: »
- Plain nonfat Greek yogurt instead of mayo in things like deviled eggs, or to replace sour cream, or as a base for salad dressing with your favorite herbs/spices. (Use the plain yogurt to mix your own yogurt cups for lower cals/better tastiness/improved nutrition, too.)
- Thicken 'cream' soups with pureed cooked white beans (adds protein) or pureed cooked cauliflower (roast first for added flavor).
- You want a little fat with your veggies to improve vitamin utilization, but dress the salad with flavored vinegar & add the fat with something more substantial and taste-treat-y, like a tablespoon of nuts, pepitas, or other seeds, or a bit of avocado, for similar calories with more nutrition/satisfaction.
- Squeeze some lemon or lime (or flavored vinegar) on cooked veggies instead of adding butter/oil.
- Use PB2 peanut butter powder with soy sauce to make an Asian-style sauce for veggies, adding whatever seasonings you like (garlic, ginger, chilies - whatever). There are calories involved (45 per serving IIRC for the PB2) but it adds flavor & protein.
Where did you find peanut butter powder? Sounds interesting.
I have a local grocery store that actually started carrying it in their bulk bins. So much cheaper than the jarred name brands.0
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