Which Mexican Food is Healthy?
Boom! The traditional Mexican food that is served in Mexico City is generally not that healthy. Most things are pork-based and the vegetables are cooked in lard. But do you know that long back through the history, Mexican diet was largely based on plants and grains? The first statement might have broken your heart but wait, as we move ahead in the blog, you will feel happy because I am going to tell you the best healthiest Mexican dishes you can eat in Hong Kong. Let’s just dive right into the Mexican cuisines you can have while you are on diet or even when you just crave.
Burritos Unwrap that delicious burrito, eat it and you will save about 300 calories. But that is in the case of a healthy burrito bowl. To get one, order a bowl filled with brown rice, black or pinto beans, and grilled chicken, or lean steak. Top it with lettuce and salsa. This will add plenty of flavor adding just 5 calories a tablespoon. To make it delicious, excuse yourself by adding a little amount of sour cream, and guacamole on the side. Even though guac is loaded with healthy fat, it is also high in calories, so you must watch how much you want to have.
Tacos Tacos aren’t healthy? What are you Taco-ing about? La Vista, the best Mexican restaurant in Hong Kong serves the best tacos. These have built-in portion control. Tacos are smaller than most of the other delicacies on La Vista’s menu. If you are somewhere else and not in Hong Kong, you can order grilled chicken, lean steak, or grilled fish on a baked corn tortilla. Yayy! Healthy and yummy to the core. Those have 70% more fiber and less than half the fat. Make it healthy by skipping chorizo, fried fish, and carnitas (beef or fried pork), as these are higher in unhealthy saturated fat.
Black or Pinto Beans W hether you want to eat it as a side or in a taco, these are definitely a healthy pick. These are slow cooked with onions, garlic, and other M exican spices. A half-cup packs in 8-grams each of fiber and protein will be great to consume for a healthy choice. Star ingredients** W hy? Because research shows that these beans have disease-fighting antioxidants than many vegetables and fruits.
Soups Many soups in Mexican cuisines are low in calories and are high in nutrients. Have the one which is made with broth. Black beans, chicken tortillas, and shrimp soups are the best and the healthiest Mexican soups. You can even try pozole — this is a stew with vegetables and pork.
Fajitas Make your own fajitas. Yes, you read it right. La Vista, the best M exican restaurant in Hong Kong allows you to order the filling of your choice. So, when you have this option, build your own bite. Begin with lean sources of protein such as grilled chicken, shrimp or fish. Then pile it with veggies like onions, peppers as these are loaded with fiber and are a great source of vitamin C. Flour tortillas have about 100 calories each, so you can swap those with the corn tortillas or just have one.
Enchiladas These are considered comfort food as they are waistline-friendly. Corn tortillas are wrapped around the filling of your choice and then baked in chili sauce. If you prefer eating chicken or veggie, these will only have about 300 calories. To eat healthy, order the kind with red or green sauce. Also, remember to say no to Cheese! M exican Food are made by using vegetables and spices. The choice of filling you order at a Mexican restaurant in Hong Kong will decide if your food is healthy or not. So, ideally, it is all on you what you want to add and what you would like to avoid while ordering the best Mexican dishes at La Vista, the best Mexican restaurant in Hong Kong, Tung Chung.
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