It’s okay to cheat every once in a while with a pizza, some ice cream, or even a slice of cake, but if you find yourself eating these things a little too often, it may be time for a change. Enjoy the goodness of your favorite foods in a different way with these healthy alternatives.
- BLACK BEAN BROWNIES INSTEAD OF CAKE
If you have a dangerous sweet tooth that keeps getting you into trouble, black bean brownies can provide a great alternative to favorites like chocolate cake. Cakes are made with flour and usually loads of sugar, but with these sugar-free flourless brownies you get all of the sweetness of the cake without the fatty ingredients!
Brownie (1 piece): Calories: 178 Fat: 9.6g
Chocolate Cake (1 slice): Calories: 424 Fat: 22g
- PIZZA-STUFFED ZUCCHINI INSTEAD OF PIZZA
Who doesn’t love pizza? The delicious cheese, sweet tomato sauce, and fluffy crust can be irresistible, but what if you could have a healthy option that tasted almost just like it? Pizza-stuffed zucchini will satisfy that pizza craving—all without the greasiness and feelings of guilt.
Pizza-Stuffed Zucchini (4 pieces): Calories: 496 Fat: 33g
Pizza (4 slices): Calories: 1,140 Fat: 40g - FROZEN YOGURT POPSICLES INSTEAD OF ICE CREAM
Living in Florida means lots of hot, sunny days, and cooling down with some ice cream isn’t uncommon! However, too much ice cream can result in some extra pounds that you definitely don’t need. Opt for a frozen popsicle of your favorite yogurt—you can even get creative and add some fresh fruit to it! Yum!
Frozen Yogurt Popsicles (2 pops): Calories: 90 Fat: 2g
Ice Cream (1 cup): Calories: 273 Fat: 15g - PEANUT BUTTER OATMEAL SMOOTHIE INSTEAD OF MILKSHAKE
Milkshakes are tasty, but let’s be honest, they aren’t very good for you. You can get the same consistency and sweet taste with a protein-packed alternative. Not only does this smoothie contain 15g of protein, but the peanut butter helps to lower your risk of high blood pressure, stroke, and heart disease, while the oatmeal acts to lower cholesterol!
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Smoothie (1 serving): Calories: 423 Fat: 20.18g
Oreo Milkshake (1 serving): Calories: 652 Fat: 22g - BLACK BEAN BURGER INSTEAD OF BEEF BURGER
Get ready for a different type of BBQ tradition: Flipping yummy black bean burgers on the grill! These black bean patties serve as a health-conscious option to regular beef patties, which are usually higher in fat and cholesterol. Next time you’re planning that Fourth of July cookout, pick up these goodies instead!
Black Bean Burger (1 sandwich): Calories: 304 Fat: 16g
Beef Burger (1 sandwich): Calories: 540 Fat: 27g
By Aaliyah Pasols
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