Enjoy your favorite holiday foods while picking a few healthy swaps which can help you avoid gaining winter weight while delighting in delicious treats. Here a few ideas for serving or selecting lighter festive options.
Appetizers and Snacks
Cheese and crackers SWAP FOR Veggies and hummus
Rolls and butter: Whole grain rolls and roasted garlic
Beverages:
Eggnog SWAP FOR Herbal tea or apple cider
Sugary cocktails SWAP FOR Red wine
Baking:
1 cup oil SWAP FOR 1 can of pure pumpkin or 1 cup of applesauce
Sugar SWAP FOR Fruit, dates, honey
Butter SWAP FOR Avocado
Sides:
Green bean casserole SWAP FOR Steamed green beansMashed potatoes with butter and whole milk SWAP FOR Lighten mashed potatoes with skim milk and low-fat sour cream or Greek yogurt
Stuffing with sausage white bread and butter SWAP FOR Stuffing with nuts, whole grains (or wild rice) and broth
Main Dishes:
Baked Ham SWAP FOR Turkey Breast
Desserts:
Apple pie SWAP FOR Cinnamon roasted apples