Buffets provide you with a variety of options but unfortunately most of them are laden with fat, salt and sugar. To stay away from piling your plate and ruining your week long diet and exercise gains, follow the simple steps below:
Divide your plate: start with serving ½ of your plate with vegetables. Then add lean meats, grains and starches to fill the rest. The vegetables will help to fill you and stop you from consuming unnecessary calories.
Choose unprocessed, low calorie foods: These foods include salads, vegetables, grains and lean meats. Choose foods that are closest to their natural form. Avoid foods like pies, quiches, pastas, etc.
Choose your cooking method: Opt for foods that are grilled, boiled, baked or pan fried. Make sure you stay away from deep fried items that are coated with a thick batter.
Avoid sauces: Stay away from heavy sauces that are full of cream, fat, salt and sugar. Instead opt for a balsamic vinaigrette dressing. If you choose to have a sauce, place it on the side of your plate and dip into it as you eat.
Don’t pile your plate: make sure you don’t pile your plate with food, since you can always serve again. instead serve small quantities of food and savor each bite by eating slowly. if you are unsure if you would like a dish or if it is calorie dense, serve a small portion and taste it first. Then decide if you would like a larger serving.
A moussaka in your own kitchen is a great way to taste some Mediterranean flavors. Alternations of soft eggplant, seasoned ground meat, and creamy béchamel characterize this richly flavored dish with hearty elements commonly found in Greek and Middle Eastern cuisine. Here is how you can prepare this timeless recipe step by step. Manakish Oven…
