The better option: Summer
Summer rolls are steamed instead of fried and are a fresh-tasting way to eat healthy without sacrificing flavor.
The better option: Kung Pao
Kung Pao Chicken is usually made with roasted peanuts, dried chilies, and a slew of other vegetables, making it one of the best items on the Chinese menu. Plus, the chicken isn't fried. Cashew Chicken, on the other hand, is basically fried chicken with a handful of cashews and a thick layer of oyster sauce on top. Not so great.
The better option: Corn
A soft flour tortilla banks about 144 calories while the corn kind has less than half as many calories (about 52).
The better option: Grilled
Crispy is just code for “deep fried in oil,” so choose grilled menu options—you’ll be able to eat larger portions for less overall calories
The better option: Marinara
Ditch the cream- and butter-heavy Alfredo sauce for sweet and tangy marinara, and you could save as many as 200 calories in one meal!
The better option: Sandwich
Hold the melted cheese for a lighter but delicious sammie that contains about 200 fewer calories.
The better option: English
Bran may sound like a healthy choice—after all, it does come with a couple grams of fiber. But no amount of fiber can make up for a starchy breakfast food that's packed with sugars and up to 400 calories. Start your day with an English muffin to save about 200 calories.
The better option: Cold
Some like it hot, but ordering that Philly Cheesesteak or meatball sub instead of a regular deli sandwich (such as ham or turkey) at the lunch counter could pack twice as many calories.
The better option: Grilled
Buffalo sauce tastes so rich for a reason; mayonnaise is a key ingredient. Ordering your chicken grilled is a much better choice for your waistline.
The better option: Tandoori
Masala sauce is like a thick, creamy type of gravy, so when eating Indian go for the Tandoori dishes, which are grilled so they contain a lot less calories.
The better option: Gaeng Pah
When it comes to Thai food, opting for Gaeng Pah curry instead of Massaman can save you hundreds of calories. Unlike most curries, Ganeg Pah is made with water and spices as its base instead of fatty coconut milk. Just be careful; water-based curries tend to be a lot spicier than coconut-based versions.
The better option: Steamed
Instead of eating the fluffy stuff fried, try asking for diced peppers and onions in your steamed rice to add flavor without adding a lot of extra calories.
