Negate What You Ate: Nachos
What would it take to burn off a heaping plate of Nachos?
To burn it off, you’ll have to:
Next time, make it healthier:
CHIPS
Bake your own tortilla chips to cut calories and fat. Spray 100% corn tortillas with nonstick cooking spray; sprinkle with chili powder, garlic powder, sea salt and pepper; and bake in a 400°F oven for 7 to 8 minutes or until golden. Then break into pieces. No time to DIY? Look for baked chips or ones with just a few ingredients like ground corn, oil and salt. Many of these are higher in fiber, which will keep you fuller longer.
Save: 92 Calories!
CHEESE
Go with 2% shredded cheese instead of regular. Don’t worry, your taste buds won’t know the difference.
Save: 300 calories!
CHILI
Use black beans, not chili. This cuts the fat, saturated fat and calories while keeping the protein and adding fiber.
Save: 40 calories!
SOUR CREAM
Use nonfat Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. You’ll get the same creamy texture for fewer calories plus extra protein.
Save: 270 calories!
Total calories saved: 702!
Stories you might like:
Do you use healthier options when making snacks like this? What tips do you have for making nachos healthier (and less calories)?
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To burn it off, you’ll have to:
- Walk for 5 hours and 40 minutes at a moderate pace.
- Climb stairs for 3 hours and 4 minutes.
- Ballroom dance for 8 hours and 7 minutes.
- Shovel snow for 4 hours and 4 minutes.
- Play the piano for 8 hours and 54 minutes.
Next time, make it healthier:
CHIPS
Bake your own tortilla chips to cut calories and fat. Spray 100% corn tortillas with nonstick cooking spray; sprinkle with chili powder, garlic powder, sea salt and pepper; and bake in a 400°F oven for 7 to 8 minutes or until golden. Then break into pieces. No time to DIY? Look for baked chips or ones with just a few ingredients like ground corn, oil and salt. Many of these are higher in fiber, which will keep you fuller longer.
Save: 92 Calories!
CHEESE
Go with 2% shredded cheese instead of regular. Don’t worry, your taste buds won’t know the difference.
Save: 300 calories!
CHILI
Use black beans, not chili. This cuts the fat, saturated fat and calories while keeping the protein and adding fiber.
Save: 40 calories!
SOUR CREAM
Use nonfat Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. You’ll get the same creamy texture for fewer calories plus extra protein.
Save: 270 calories!
Total calories saved: 702!
Stories you might like:
Do you use healthier options when making snacks like this? What tips do you have for making nachos healthier (and less calories)?
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