What to eat a Mexican restaurant?

IcassI
IcassI Posts: 248 Member
edited November 10 in Food and Nutrition
Tonight, I am going to Rosa Mexicano, a Mexican restaurant. In preparation I have eaten light this morning and will this afternoon since I do not know the nutrition facts of the restaurant. I am thinking the healthiest option would be to get fajitas and not eat the tortillas.

Does anyone else have any suggestions?

Thank you!
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  • PearsPeppersandPeanutButter
    PearsPeppersandPeanutButter Posts: 190
    No idea, sometimes I get fish tacos if they aren't fried. I like refried beans. But i'm not sure the health value of either.
  • misscaligreen
    misscaligreen Posts: 819 Member
    Mexican shrimp cocktail it a good option. It is basically a salsa with shrimp and avacado! Super delicious and no guilt....
  • Okieace
    Okieace Posts: 56
    I get chicken fajitas with corn tortillas whenever I go out for mexican.
  • meemo88
    meemo88 Posts: 436 Member
    black beans, grilled chicken fajitas minus the tortillas.
    no sour cream or cheese! got it! lol
  • kseacrist
    kseacrist Posts: 11 Member
    rosa mexicana's ceviche is also really good....and their fish tacos are grilled and yummy!
  • aeaton0828
    aeaton0828 Posts: 20
    Fajitas sound like a good option but watch our for the sodium. It's a killer in Mexican food.
  • cabaray
    cabaray Posts: 971 Member
    Refried beans have a lot of fat (often cooked with lard which is why they are soooo good). A corn tortilla has about 70 calories compared to a flour tortilla with about 110, so if you want a tortilla, go with corn. You usually can get a chicken breast meal. They are often covered with cheese sauce, so you would have to request no sauce. My downfall is always tortilla chips and queso dip!
  • yesthistime
    yesthistime Posts: 2,051 Member
    I get chicken fajitas with corn tortillas whenever I go out for mexican.

    I like this idea. Also, great job planning your day around a potentially high-calorie meal later on. I wish I had that kind of foresight! :drinker:
  • mariapuhl
    mariapuhl Posts: 529 Member
    Chicken fajitas are really good, especially if you just eat the meat/veggies.

    Or, get a ceviche if they have one. Ceviche is basically pico de gallo with some type of seafood in it, usually shrimp or octopus or a white fish. That is super good. You can eat it with a few chips or just with a fork.
  • dwtouch4
    dwtouch4 Posts: 98
    I would also suggest fajitas wihtout tortillas and cheese. If meat is grilled its pretty low in calories. I made fajitas at home a couple days ago and didn't realize they were 150 cals each. Again a reminder to log my food before I eat it.
  • Anayalata
    Anayalata Posts: 391 Member
    Make sure the chicken is grilled for the Fajitas and the tortillas aren't fried.

    Ceviche or cocktail is also VERY healthy.

    Of course, this all depends on how it's prepared.
  • TaraMKL
    TaraMKL Posts: 124 Member
    My fave restaurant offers fajitas as lettuce wraps with black beans as an entree. Yum and not bad at all!

    Ceviche is a great choice, too!
  • poustotah
    poustotah Posts: 1,121 Member
    You can opt for corn tortillas which have less calories, no fat, no sodium and no sugar. Anything grilled is a good option and try to stay away from the sauces, the cheese, and the sour cream. Refried beans and fried rice are no-no's. And that's all I got. I usually opt for the fajitas with corn tortillas and a side of lime.
  • Mamakatspokane
    Mamakatspokane Posts: 3,098 Member
    Another option is chicken enchildada's without the rice & beans. Not half as bad as one would think....just shredded chicken, corn tortilla's, a little cheese & red sauce.
  • Sabresgal63
    Sabresgal63 Posts: 641 Member
    Taco salad (with beef or chicken) without the shell and have them put the cheese and sour cream on the side so you can control it. I usually pour salsa over mine with about a tbls of sour cream.......oh yummy.....you don't even miss the cheese.
  • marycmeadows
    marycmeadows Posts: 1,691 Member
    i like the vegetarian fajita bowl at the restaurant we go to - minus the shell and sour cream of course!
  • ywolfie
    ywolfie Posts: 76 Member
    Mmmm...seviche. Shrimp and fresh veges. Total delish!
  • itsuki
    itsuki Posts: 520 Member
    Ah, Mexican food is one of my downfalls. Eat whatever you like (within reason!) and go for a run this afternoon. :D
  • IcassI
    IcassI Posts: 248 Member
    Thanks everyone for all of the great suggestions! :happy:
  • 1RBelle512
    1RBelle512 Posts: 53 Member
    I would say to get the chicken tortilla soup, without the tortilla strips and cheese. Chicken soup is tasty and filling without costing too many calories. I have found that fajitas, while better than other options, are STILL way over the top, especially because they come out all oily. And whatever you do, DON'T EAT THE CORN CHIPS!!! Good luck.
  • splashangel
    splashangel Posts: 494 Member
    A glass of water and the napkin.
    No, no, really, They have quacomole salad and you could add grilled chicken to that. Or maybe salsa over grilled chicken. And a salad? Good luck on choosing but DO have a nice time.
  • Mcctin65
    Mcctin65 Posts: 507 Member
    I can not by pass the chips and salsa so I tend to avoid Mexican in general. BUT if I'm going I just get what I want and enjoy it. Work it off later by pumping up your exercise regime and eating extremely healthy for extra long!
  • MaximalLife
    MaximalLife Posts: 2,447 Member
    The key is discipline.
    When I go, I try to limit myself to around 2000 calories.
    I eat what I desire but stay away from heavy drinks.

    Just water with a lemon.
  • Heaven71
    Heaven71 Posts: 706 Member
    Shrimp or chicken fajitas with no tortillas or sour cream. I usually wont eat the rice but will eat half og the beans.
  • JenGranzow
    JenGranzow Posts: 116 Member
    Oh, lucky you! I love Rosa Mexicano. Which one?

    Luckily, their menus are not so much your traditional stuff in a tortilla with beans and rice on the side and their are lots of excellent seafood options. You will definitely be able to dine there, and dine quite well, without crema, cheese, or fried anything. I generally like to check out the menus ahead of time when I am going to be dining out, and decide what I want to eat and what fits within my limits for the day. If you have room in your daily allotment and have the willpower to not attack it and eat it all yourself, their tableside guac is really yummy.
  • nikkip143
    nikkip143 Posts: 2 Member
    I love Mexican food!!! I always get Chicken Fajitas-- no rice, no beans just the chicken and veggies and the pico and some guacamole ( I dip like 8 chips in the guac.) Where I go they give you 3 tortillas... I always make ONE tortilla with pico and chicken and veggies then toss the other 2 to the side! It helps with the carbs and less calories but you don't feel deprived!! =) Hope this helps!
  • cassavaca
    cassavaca Posts: 89 Member
    Guacamole is good, but be very careful on how much you consume. They do have the healthy fats, but are still high in fat and calories!!!
  • HeaderAutumn
    HeaderAutumn Posts: 119 Member
    Tonight, I am going to Rosa Mexicano, a Mexican restaurant. In preparation I have eaten light this morning and will this afternoon since I do not know the nutrition facts of the restaurant. I am thinking the healthiest option would be to get fajitas and not eat the tortillas.

    Does anyone else have any suggestions?

    Thank you!

    From what I have learned is to order the fajitas and eat the chicken and veggies first. If it is an option, order the black beans with no cheese added. Have the guac. sourcream, OR cheese. Pick only one. Then if you wish, have a tortilla or the rice.
  • maru84
    maru84 Posts: 128
    I get a taco salad minus the sour cream and light cheese (maybe minus the cheese, depending on my calories for the day), extra veggies, no taco salad shell. I pile on lots of salsa and it's pretty good and filling! Fajitas are a good choice too, but beware, sometimes they fry the veggies/meat and it's pretty greasy.
  • gentlebreeze2
    gentlebreeze2 Posts: 450 Member
    Whenever I go to a Mexican restaurant, I only eat half of my order and take the other half home for another meal. The beauty of that, you're spreading the sodium over a couple of meals, PLUS you get to enjoy the food twice.
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