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Brownies, truffles and pasta: Healthful food swaps you will love - CNN
When I think of healthy food swaps, I'll be honest: Most of the time, I'm uninterested. I'm the type who would rather have a tiny portion of the real thing than a larger portion of a less satisfying diet substitute.
But I must say, the landscape for healthful food swaps has changed over the years. There are some terrific ingredient swaps you can include in dips and baked goods; foods with more healthful nutrient profiles that don't sacrifice flavor; and delicious recipes you can make that are actually more filling than their traditional versions.
When making a swap, taste and texture are key, according to Denver-based registered dietitian nutritionist Kelli McGrane, who said we've come a long way from replacing butter or oil with applesauce in cookies.
When I think of healthy food swaps, I'll be honest: Most of the time, I'm uninterested. I'm the type who would rather have a tiny portion of the real thing than a larger portion of a less satisfying diet substitute.
But I must say, the landscape for healthful food swaps has changed over the years. There are some terrific ingredient swaps you can include in dips and baked goods; foods with more healthful nutrient profiles that don't sacrifice flavor; and delicious recipes you can make that are actually more filling than their traditional versions.
When making a swap, taste and texture are key, according to Denver-based registered dietitian nutritionist Kelli McGrane, who said we've come a long way from replacing butter or oil with applesauce in cookies.