Your car died. Your dog has fleas. The workday was, frankly, terrible. You’re ordering from Hunan Garden, and no can stop you. But wait! Before you give in to the extra calories and mystery ingredients just for the sake of convenience—take a look at these healthy twists on your favorite takeout staples.
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GENERAL TSO’S CAULIFLOWER
Mind blown. Get the recipe.
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VEGGIE SUSHI
Hold the spicy mayo and shrimp tempura: These tasty but simple all-vegetable rolls will save you calories… and dollars. Get the recipe.
Kim’s Healthy Eats
CRISPY BAKED AVOCADO “FRIES”
These avocados are baked until crisp on the outside but stay soft and creamy on the inside. Get the recipe.
Damn Delicious
QUINOA FRIED RICE WITH VEGGIES
Add some chicken, shrimp or tofu for extra oomph and protein. Get the recipe.
Rasa Malaysia
PARMESAN BAKED CHICKEN NUGGETS
These babies still pair perfectly with barbecue sauce. Get the recipe.
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CAULIFLOWER PIZZA CRUST
No dough? No problem. Get the recipe.
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CHICKPEA BURGERS
When you’re craving some Mickey D’s, skip the Big Mac and opt for this healthy and filling chickpea patty instead. Get the recipe.
Erin McDowell
VIETNAMESE SUMMER ROLLS
Oh-so-colorful, and not a fried ingredient in sight! Get the recipe.
Damn Delicious
OVEN FRIED CHICKEN WITH HONEY MUSTARD GLAZE
Fooled ya—this “fried” chicken is baked from start to finish. No fryer required. Get the recipe.
Le Creme de la Crumb
CRISPY BAKED ONION RINGS
Have your onion rings without all the grease. Get the recipe.
Super Golden Bakes
COURGETTE “NOODLE” PAD THAI
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: zucchini noodles. Get the recipe.
This article from Pure Wow was republished with permission and originally appeared as 11 Healthy Takes on (Unhealthy) Takeout Classics.