Enjoying Mexican Food the Healthy Way?

Dear Glenny’s,
mexican.jpgI love Mexican food, but I also am on a diet and want to eat healthy. Can you recommend some diet-friendly Mexican choices that are on the healthy side? Thanks.

Mary

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4 Responses to “Enjoying Mexican Food the Healthy Way?”

  1. dri on May 7th, 2008 11:14 am

    I love Mexican food too! Here are some tips that I’ve discovered, so I can eat Mexican the healthy way. Hopefully others will have some more tips.

  2. Skip the refined tortilla shells! Eat whole-wheat tortillas instead.
  3. Avoid refried beans, since they are traditionally made with lard, which is high in saturated fat. Try the whole black or pinto (red) beans, instead.
  4. I’ve found that guacamole and fresh salsa are not bad in moderation since they are nutrient-dense. But, definately, avoid sour cream and the cheese when eating at a Mexican restaurant.
  5. Skip the margaritas since they’re made with a ton of sugar. Either make an alternative or just stick to sugar-free sodas are great choices.
  • Lisa on May 8th, 2008 10:35 am

    I eat Mexican food weekly at a local restaurant.I request a few changes to my dishes to make it more healthy.I have corn tortillas,instead of the flour that come with it, which are higher in fiber.I ask for lettuce as a side instead of rice and beans,which can rack up the calories.My favorite dish to order is shrimp cooked in a spicy tomato based sauce with onions and peppers-reminds me of a Mexican shrimp creole.I wrap it in the corn tortilla and add lettuce for crunch.I also try to limit the amount of chips and salsa to a small handfull-about 12 chips.If not, it really adds calories to the meal.

  • Harold Risch on May 8th, 2008 11:13 am

    Tamex corn tortias are 10 carbs per 2 tortias . 2 beef or chicken enchalatas and refried black soybeens make any number of low carb mexican meals. same thery using any of the low carb flower or whole wheat tortias. When dining out i have had some sucess getting them to use my product. I love to cook mexican so using PRODUCT is always going to be the sulition.

  • bk on May 9th, 2008 1:00 pm

    We love Mexican food. I choose chicken tacos and remove the shell. Beans and rice are a complete protein so I eat them but only a small amount. I ask for extra lettuce and salsa, mix it with the chicken and love the flavor.

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