Baked Tofu: Full of Protein and Flavor


Updated 05/17/12 7:23 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 32 comments

Baked Tofu:  Full of Protein and Flavor

Since we know that eating soy is a great way to get protein without cholesterol or saturated fat, I'm always looking for new and delicious ways to eat it. Buying pre-made meat alternatives that contain soy such as Tofu Pups and Wildwood Burgers is great, but sometimes I want to make it myself. Here's a great recipe for Baked Tofu. Since tofu tastes rather bland, you can always flavor it anyway Read more

Snack Attack: Craving Salt?


Updated 08/11/07 4:03 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 12 comments

Snack Attack:  Craving Salt?

So often when I want a pick-me-up snack, I'm craving something quick and salty. But reaching for a high-carb snack such as crackers or pretzels, often leaves me feeling even more tired. Why not make a high-protein salty treat ahead of time that you can stick in the fridge and reach for anytime you need to satisfy that craving? Baked Tofu doesn't take much time to make. Ingredients: 1 block of Read more

Staying Vegan on the Big Day: Wedding Menu Options


Updated 05/18/12 1:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Vegan Wedding Menu Ideas

Even though wedding meals typically include bacon-wrapped scallops, filet mignon, and wedding cake smothered in buttercream frosting, you can still enjoy a delicious vegan menu if you, your partner, or your guests follow this animal-free diet. A little creative planning is all it takes, and since many venues, caterers, and bakers are being asked more about vegan options, chances are your venders Read more

3 Gluten-Free Make-Ahead Snacks to Satisfy Salty Cravings


Updated 05/18/12 5:52 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Gluten-Free Salty Snack Recipes

When you're craving something salty, crackers and pretzels are a popular choice, but they're not an option if you're avoiding gluten. You could buy pricey gluten-free alternatives, but they're not exactly the healthiest snacks. Here are three salty snacks you can prep ahead of time that are free of wheat, barley, oats, and rye. Gluten-Free Quinoa Pizza Bites Made with cooked quinoa, gooey Read more

A Reader Recipe: Low-Cal French Silk Pie


Updated 04/24/12 2:45 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy French Silk Pie Recipe

FitSugar reader Connoisseur4TheCure shared this low-cal recipe for chocolate cream pie in our Healthy Recipe group. This no-bake chocolate pie is fantastic! You won't know it's healthy while you are eating it! This recipe contains tofu, which is high in protein. One slice of this pie has about 230 calories, which is about half of the calories in a regular chocolate pie. Chocolate is believed to Read more

Get Smart About Soy


Updated 03/02/12 6:11 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Why Soy Is Good For You and How to Prepare It

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Health.com here on our site. There are so many ways to get this good-for-you protein into your daily diet. Here's how to do it — and why you absolutely should. By Sally Kuzemchak, RD If you bypass tofu at salad bars, skip the meatless dishes at Chinese restaurants, and avoid edamame when you're out for sushi, well, it's time to give Read more

3 Things I Wish I Knew Before Cooking Tofu


Updated 03/05/12 5:18 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

How to Cook With Tofu

If you haven't had properly cooked tofu, I can understand why you wouldn't be a fan of the sometimes squishy, flavorless, white chunks. Even if you're not a vegetarian, it's time for you to fall in love with this meat alternative, since it's an inexpensive, low-fat, and low-calorie way to get protein into your diet without adding cholesterol. 1. Tofu Doesn't Have to Be Soft, Squishy, and Read more

How to Go (Almost) Meatless


Updated 01/23/12 7:32 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Eat Less Meat

Maybe you've realized that all your meals are built around a slab of meat, or maybe you've read about the benefits of a vegetarian diet, but if you've been feeling like you should lay off the animal protein but don't want to make an entire lifestyle change, you can still benefit from tweaking your diet to eat less meat. Here are four ways to go almost meatless with your diet. Meatless Mondays: Read more

Soy by Any Other Name: A Nutritional Comparison


Updated 05/20/11 1:05 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Nutritional Comparison of Edamame, Soy Milk, Tofu, and Tempeh

Soy is one of the most versatile ingredients; it can be eaten whole or ground, fermented, and formed into various ingredients for nutritious and healthy cooking. Not only that, but it's also high in protein and fiber and contains less fat than its animal counterparts, so it's a no-brainer for people who want to eat less meat. Want to know how different forms of soy compare in both taste and Read more