22/03/2021
par Greco Roots
Now is the right time to
learn how to make tasty, nutritious, and low in calories salads.
However, you do not have to worry, we do not mean just lettuce and
cabbage. The secret is to create something yummy and low in calories,
too. And, do not forget that a “smart” salad can be a really
filling meal, lunch or dinner. So, follow our tips and select the
ingredients of your liking. The point is, not to believe that you
follow a diet programme.
We
reveal our secrets for a delicious and nutritious salad. Are you
ready to take notes?
- Do
not use just one vegetable
It
is commonly known that salads are low in calories, while high in
vitamins, minerals, and fibers. However, you do not have to stuck
only to one vegetable. Try two or more vegetables, so you can combine
a variety of vitamins and antioxidants. Each vegetable has a
different nutritional value and that is essential for our lives. The
number of fibers will help you fill up. At the same time, you can
create a colourful plate that will be more attractive to you. - Add
protein
Apart
from the most commonly used protein in salads, which is definitely
chicken, you can use eggs, tuna, cottage, or mushrooms. Of course,
you can use legumes. Beans, lentils, chickpeas, peas are some of your
options. This kind of salad definitely can be considered as a lunch
meal due to the plethora of fibers and proteins legumes contain. - Make
a healthy dressing
Make
a variety of dressings by using some simple ingredients, such as
mustard, honey, vinegar, yogurt, paprika, oregano, olive oil, garlic,
avocado, lemon. Avoid high in fats ingredients. - Add
a fruit
Have
you ever tried a salad made of cherry tomato, feta cheese, mint, and
watermelon? Rocket, spinach, and fig? If not, just try it! Apple,
pear, plum, watermelon, fig, pomegranate are some options. Fruits
contain fibers, minerals, and vitamins, while they add a sweet kick
to your dish. As you increase the consumption of fiber, you fill up. - Add
leftovers
Consider
food waste! Use your leftovers in your salad and save cooking time,
while learning not to throw away food.