Hi, seafood!
There is something special in an evening outside your favorite restaurant: moving away from the dishes, reaching your partner or friends and letting someone else cook to change! But if you are trying to keep things healthy, the restaurant menus can sometimes seem like a mined field of attractive but not so good options for you. While your palate could scream “Get everything with extra cream sauce!” Your commitment to eat healthy is whispering “Remember your goals”. But when the time for the “great decision” comes: the good news is that you can have your fish and eat it too!
Ordering the seafood in restaurants can be your secret weapon to stay on the track while you still enjoy your culinary experience. It is about knowing how to navigate in the menu with some internal strategies.
First of all, it starts with the cooking method: look at words as grilled, cooked, grilled, roasted or in shirt. These preparations tend to make the natural flavors of seafood shine without adding extra calories. So, turn your attention to the situation of the sauce. While those rich and creamy sauces could be attractive, opt for lighter choices such as tomato or broth options. You can also always ask for any sauce on the side, allowing you to check exactly as much as you use.
And don’t forget to build a balanced plate. The addition of a lateral salad or extra vegetables is not good: potassium in those vegetables actually helps to balance the sodium which is generally higher in the meals of the restaurant. In addition, most restaurants are happy to exchange heavy sides with extra vegetables if you ask. Another strategy that changes the game we have always loved is to immediately request a box to make when your meal arrives. However, most portions of restaurants are sized for two meals, so prepare in half before starting to eat. In addition to helping with the control of the portions, you have also solved tomorrow’s lunch. It looks like a Win-Win of seafood!
When it comes to it, the customization of your order must not be difficult. In fact, it’s an intelligent move! Most chefs are happy to satisfy simple requests that help you stay on the track with your goals while creating a delicious meal that you will love.
And you’re done! You can enjoy an evening without derailing your healthy eating habits. It is about making informed choices that allow you to savor every bite. But if you prefer to enjoy the meals worthy of the restaurant at home, take a look at these trolleys of our dishes inspired by lunch!
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Are you setting a table for two? Date Night is always a nice evening when I serve succulent seafood! The addition of a little tuna, salmon, cod or crustaceans to your menu will make your meal extra memorable, whether you are going for the candlelight atmosphere or a more relaxed atmosphere.
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