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Heart-loving dip
Instead of preparing 1/4 cup of ranch dip for veggies, dip into 1/4 cup of hummus.
Hummus is a popular dip made from pureed chickpeas. A traditional Mediterranean diet features luscious fruits and vegetables, hearty grains and nuts, rich olive oil, and naturally low-fat chicken and seafood (plus a daily glass of red wine). These foods can help prevent heart disease, heart attacks, and stroke. Changing to a Mediterranean diet takes just a few quick swaps: Sprinkle pine nuts on your salad instead of croutons; substitute fish for meat twice a week; enjoy sliced fruit for dessert; trade white bread for whole wheat; choose olive oil–based salad dressings.
Savings: 190 calories
Instead of preparing 1/4 cup of ranch dip for veggies, dip into 1/4 cup of hummus.
Hummus is a popular dip made from pureed chickpeas. A traditional Mediterranean diet features luscious fruits and vegetables, hearty grains and nuts, rich olive oil, and naturally low-fat chicken and seafood (plus a daily glass of red wine). These foods can help prevent heart disease, heart attacks, and stroke. Changing to a Mediterranean diet takes just a few quick swaps: Sprinkle pine nuts on your salad instead of croutons; substitute fish for meat twice a week; enjoy sliced fruit for dessert; trade white bread for whole wheat; choose olive oil–based salad dressings.
Savings: 190 calories
