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HEALTHY COOKING& EATINGTIPS
LOW
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CALORiE WAYS TO GET LOTS OF FLAVOR
Low in calories doesn’t mean low in taste! Most herbs are under 10 calories and red and white
wine vinegar is under 25 calories. You will boost the flavor of your meals with these waistline-
friendly suggestions:
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Use fresh herbs whenever possible.
Grind herbs with a mortar and pestle for the freshest and
fullest flavor. Avoid using prepackaged seasoning mixes because they often contain a lot of salt.
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Add dried herbs such as thyme, rosemary and marjoram to dishes for a more pungent
flavor
– but use them sparingly because they’re powerful.
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Use vinegar or citrus juice as wonderful flavor enhancers
– but add them at the last moment.
Vinegar is great on vegetables, such as greens; and citrus works well on fruits, such as melons.
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Use dry mustard for a zesty flavor when you’re cooking
, or mix it with water to make a very
sharp condiment.
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Add some fresh hot peppers to add a little more “bite” to your dishes.
Remove the
membrane and seeds first, then finely chop them up. A small amount goes a long way.
Source:
American Heart Association
