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Instead of using rich marinades to add flavor to your food, try using herbs and spices. This reduces fat, sugar and overall calories.Here are some herbs and spices you will love!!!
Basil- on Italian foods (especially tomatoes, pasta, chicken, fish and shellfish)
Chili powder-In bean or meat stews and soups
Chives -for sauces, soups, baked potatoes, salads, omelets, pasta, seafood and meat
Cilantro-In Mexican, Latin American and Asian cuisine; Rice, beans, fish, shellfish, poultry, vegetables, salsas and salads
Dill (fresh)- In seafood, chicken, yogurt, cucumbers, green beans, tomatoes, potatoes and beets
Paprika- In any Spanish dishes, potatoes, soups, stews, baked fish and salad dressings
Sage- In poultry stuffing, chicken, duck, pork, eggplant, and bean stews and soups
Cumin- Great in curried vegetables, poultry, fish and beans
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