Although sugar often gets a bad rep, in its natural state, sugar is a relatively harmless carbohydrate that our bodies need to function. At Cooking Light, we believe that all foods can fit, so we recommend moderation when it comes to sugar-laden foods. But to keep you on track with your healthy eating lifestyle, we offer a wide variety of low-sugar recipes, from breakfast treats and main dishes to snacks and desserts. None of the recipes have more than 10 grams of added sugar per serving—and most have less. Plus, these recipes come with the bonus of being packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber. In our Test Kitchens, we’ve come up with ways to create satisfying recipes using less sugar, natural sugars, and alternative sweeteners, all designed to help you reduce added sugars in your diet and improve your health.
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INTRODUCTION
GUIDE TO SUGAR • SUGAR IS NOT OFF-LIMITS IN A HEALTHY DIET. HERE’S THE LOWDOWN ON THE TYPES OF SUGARS AND HOW MUCH IS OK.
BREAKFASTS WITH BENEFITS • THE MOST IMPORTANT MEAL OF THE DAY OFTEN GETS THE LEAST FANFARE. GET EXCITED ABOUT BREAKFAST WITH LOW-SUGAR, PROTEIN-FILLED DISHES THAT PREVENT THAT MIDMORNING SLUMP.
BROWN-BAG LUNCHES & SNACKS • INSTEAD OF PACKING A HIGH-CARB SANDWICH OR SUGARY SNACK, TURN TO THESE LOW-SUGAR, PORTABLE LUNCHES AND MUNCHIES.
PROTEIN-PACKED DINNERS • PUMP UP THE PROTEIN AND DIAL BACK THE CARBS IN THESE EASY DINNER RECIPES—MOST READY IN 30 MINUTES OR LESS.
SAUCES AND MARINADES • Bottled sauces, salad dressings, and marinades are often loaded with sugar, even if they don’t really taste sweet. Keep these condiments on hand to serve with meats, poultry, fish, and pasta, or use as marinades.
SWEET TREATS • REPLACE HIGH-SUGAR DESSERTS WITH THESE SWEET TREATS—ALL 10 GRAMS OR LESS OF ADDED SUGARS PER SERVING.
RECIPE INDEX • COOKING LIGHT | LOW-SUGAR RECIPES
MEAL PLANNING MADE EASY • Let us create a delicious, personalized meal plan for you based on your weight loss goals and the food you like to eat. Visit cookinglightdiet.com/20off to get started today.
NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS • COOKING LIGHT