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Easy Tips to Make Dinner Healthier

ByDIANE HENDERIKS
April 15, 2010, 8:04 PM

Jan. 04, 20111 — -- Are you looking for a way you make your favorite dishes healthier? Or maybe you're trying to lose some of the holiday weight? Here are seven simple cooking swaps from Diane Henderiks that will cut calories without sacrificing taste.

One tablespoon of olive oil has 125 calories and one cup of broth has 25 calories. Leave out the oil and try vegetable or chicken broth instead.

Fresh or dried herbs, zests and spices are great alternatives to added salt.

Fruit juices, pureed fruits, nectars and water can add flavor and nutrients to your salad without all the calories.

CLICK HERE to check out Diane's Morning Glory Muffins recipes.

CLICK HERE to check out Diane's Simple Citrus Vinaigrette

Creamy, hearty winter soups are a staple in the colder months, but heavy cream packs a lot of calories and fat. Try substituting skim milk, flour, potatoes or white beans.

Instead of having meat for dinner every night, try a meatless Monday. It's healthier and can be just as satisfying.

With just a small amount of oil you can have a delicious baked dinner with less fat and calories.

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