Healthy Mexican Recipes

12 Ways to Make Mexican Food Healthy

Take your fiesta from fatty to fit with these smart swaps, sizzling spices, and more

By Emily G. W. Chau fitbie

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Forego Fried Foods

Stuffing jalapenos with cheese and dropping them into the deep-fryer cancels out their health benefits. Three poppers pack 280 calories and 19 grams of fat. If you want to split an appetizer, you’re better off sharing a cheese quesadilla with three friends (100 calories, 3 g fat per serving).

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