Think you’re free to’t dine out on a diet?
Italian: Meatballs & salad
When it comes toItalian, Paul recommends thinking outside of the box.
However, if you’re really craving a bowl of pasta, order it!
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But be smart with your choices.
Rissetto says enjoy one portion of your pasta dish and share the rest with the people at the table.
Order a side of vegetables or salad to round out your meal.
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Both Paul and Rissetto recommend fajitas as an option for your meal.
Between thelean proteinand the grilled veggies, it significantly cuts the calories compared to that deep-fried burrito.
If you decide to order chips and salsa for the table, Rissetto says to approach it with caution.
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If you’re not careful, before you know it, you’ve eaten the entire bowl!
So ensure to be mindful of your portions.
Not sure how to measure your portions?Here’s our guide to properly portion out your food.
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Sandwich shop: Open faced sandwich
An easy way to cut the carbohydrate count in your sandwich?
Throw away the top!
Eat your sandwich open-faced to cut down those calories.
For sandwich options, Paul recommends tuna salad (or melt!)
with tomatoes, turkey slices with avocado, or roast beef and sauerkraut.
Instead, find some stir-fry protein and vegetable options in a brown sauce.
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Paul reccomends choosing 1 to 2 sushi rolls.
Order the burger without the bun and enjoy it with a side salad or sweet potato fries.
Some burger joints even have the option to wrap your burgers in lettuce or collard greens!
Steakhouse: Grilled steak (4 oz.)
& veggies
Obviously salmon and asparagus are a great, healthy option when you’re at asteakhouse.
But if you’re really looking for a juicy steak for dinner, have it!
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Just don’t overdo it.
Paul recommends ordering a grilled steak and only eating 4 oz.
of it in a sitting.
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Enjoy it with some of your favorite steamed or grilled veggies.
Paul recommends finding low-carb options.
Not just broth-based soups, but evenbroccoli cheddaror cream of mushrooms are great options.
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Paul says to try and avoid any soups with extra carbs in them, like rice and pasta.
According to Paul, pizza isalwaysan option.
Just count out your portions!
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Enjoy a 4 oz.
portion of your favorite meat (pulled pork or brisket) with a side of vegetables.
Dining somewhere else?
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Paul shared her easy formula with us so you could still order like a pro.
of protein (about 150 calories)," says Paul.
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