Being on a diet can be challenging. From staying away from your favorite bad-for-you foods to making sure you're getting enough fiber and not too many calories, it can be a chore. Making a list of healthy meals you can refer to in a pinch can be a big help when you're struggling to know what to eat. And, eating healthy doesn't have to mean learning how to cook all over again. You can plan simple, easy and healthy meals with items you can find right in the aisles of your favorite grocery store.
Breakfast
You wake up, and you're craving a nice, fluffy omelet with a side of crispy bacon. You wipe the sleep from your eyes and remember you're on a diet.
Have no fear, there are great alternative food choices to substitute for your favorite breakfast without losing the flavor. Instead of a whole egg omelet, why not try egg whites? You'll still get a good amount of protein, but without the saturated fat that comes in the egg yolks. Or you could try just one whole egg with one egg white to keep some of the flavor. Either way, it's a great healthy option.
For the bacon, consider substituting turkey bacon for that greasy pork bacon. You'll get all the flavor with almost half the amount of fat and calories.
Lunch
It's the middle of the day and you're hungry for a hearty lunch. Your first instinct is to head to the local sandwich shop for that tasty club sandwich loaded with mayo and cheese.
You can still enjoy a nice, hearty sandwich and reduce your calorie intake. Substitute white bread, which is certainly yummy but has been stripped of most of its essential nutrients, and use whole grain bread instead. Pick a cheese made with skim milk and pick a lean meat such as turkey breast for the meat. Enjoy some baked chips and a diet soda, and you've got yourself a great mid-day meal.
Dinner
There's nothing better than coming home to a home-cooked meal. Well, except perhaps coming home to a healthy, nutritious meal.
Preparing a healthy dinner doesn't have to be hard. Select a lean cut of protein, such as chicken breast without the skin or even fish. Grill it up and add a dash of your favorite seasoning to give it nice flavor and serve it with a generous helping of brown rice (more fiber) and your favorite vegetable topped with spray butter (fewer calories than regular butter) and a little salt and pepper.
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