How to Make Smarter Salad Bar Choices

You probably think that eating from a restaurant salad bar is a healthy choice. It definitely can be, as long as you make smart choices. But if you fill up your plate with the wrong items, you might as well order a cheeseburger and fries! Here are some steps to help you make smarter choices at the salad bar.

Instructions

1. Load your plate with rich colors. Green, orange, red and yellow foods are bound to be full of nutrients. Fill up on fresh veggies.

2. Limit the toppings. Additions such as croutons, bacon bits or Chinese noodles can add loads of fat and calories.

3. Use a small paper cup if you yen for potato or macaroni salad. This way you can have a taste and not feel deprived without overdoing it.

4. Have your dressing on the side. Dip your fork into the dressing before spearing the salad. This will give you more flavor with less fat and calories.

5. If dessert is offered, go with fruit and a bit of whipped cream or a small amount of frozen yogurt-without any toppings.