Hot Dogs vs. Tofu Pups

by POPSUGAR Fitness 29

As a kid, hot dogs are a staple up there with mac and cheese and pizza. We learned to love them, but now we know they're really not that good for us. Many contain saturated fat and those dreadful nitrites, which are found to be carcinogenic.

If you or your kids can't bear to give up hot dogs, then check out a healthier alternative called Tofu Pups. Want to see what they look like and how they compare to regular hot dogs? Then read more

Serving Size	1 link	1 link	1 link
Calories	60	150	140
Total Fat	2.5g	14g	13g
Saturated Fat	.5g	6g	6g
Cholesterol	0mg	30mg	30mg
Sodium	300mg	370mg	460mg
Carbs	2g	1g	1g
Fiber	1g	0g	0g
Sugar	0g	0g	1g
Protein	8g	6g	5g
Iron	6%	4%	2%

These pups have that smoky smell and flavor you love about hot dogs, but they definitely have a different consistency. Since these are made with extra firm tofu, they're kind of springy like hot dogs, but they're not juicy and they don't have that thin skin that hot dogs have. Since they taste pretty similar, I think they're definitely worth trying, especially since they're much healthier as compared to beef franks. I knew they'd have less cholesterol and saturated fat, but I had no idea that a hot dog made from tofu would have more protein. Now I love these even more.

Fit's Tips: I would not try grilling these pups because they'll just stick to your grill. Boil them in some water or microwave them for best results.

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