Your Steakhouse Survival Guide
If the only cut is 12 ounces, divide it in half and save the remainder for your next meal. If you're not in the mood for beef, healthy options include grilled fish or chicken with a side of vegetables and a plain baked potato. Bypass loaded baked potatoes and fried vegetables that can put a major dent in your diet. Instead stick to steamed or sautéed vegetables that are prepared in olive oil, not butter. You can also enjoy soup and salad. However, avoid cream-based soups and fat-laden dressings. Also, lose the croutons, cheese and bacon bits, which tack on unnecessary calories and fat. A more favorable approach - to your waistline - is to opt for broth-based soups and vinaigrette salad dressings.