When thinking Mexican food, most of us think tacos and burritos. Many Mexican dishes tend to be higher in calories but with some forethought, you can order a meal that is nutrient dense... that is quality nutrients packed into the higher caloric meals. I have already blogged about one of my favourite Mexican take out restaurants, Chipotle. They offer meals that have no GMOs and can be modified for any diet. With careful planning, a trip to Chipotle or any Mexican restaurant can be a treat with minimal set back to your diet and body fat loss goals.
Some Foods To Avoid or Have In Moderation
Tortilla Chips Flour Tortillas
Refried Beans
Queso
Margaritas and Heavy Beer
Use Sparingly
Guacamole
Sour Cream
Cheese
Some Healthy Options
Grilled Chicken Dishes
Fish Dishes
Black Beans
Grilled Vegetables
Grilled chicken, Fish or Shrimp Soft Tacos
Veggie platters or Bowls Fresh Salsa (In Moderation)
When ordering your dishes, be aware of sauces and creams which tend to be higher in fat and calories. Try to order dishes higher in quality protein such as black beans, turkey, chicken etc. Avoid higher fat proteins such as refried beans and sausage. The closer the food is to it's natural state, generally the more healthier it will be. For instance, have lean chicken breast and steamed or grilled veggies with black beans and rice in a bowl with guacamole on the side. This is a better choice than Chicken in a flour tortilla with sour cream and guacamole and refried beans. In most cases, just having your food in a bowl instead of a wrap will save you around 500 calories! Be conscientious when eating the tortilla chips and salsa served when waiting for your meal to arrive, they can set you back several hundred calories! If choosing an alcoholic beverage, opt for red wine or light beer instead of white wine, margaritas or heavy beer.