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The 2024 Summer Games will be kicking off in Paris this summer. What better way to get into the spirit than by enjoying some healthy French recipes while the athletes go for the gold?<\/p>\n
French food can conjure images of rich sauces, warm bread, creamy cheese, and plenty of wine on the side. That may sound like culinary decadence, but the truth is there are many healthy French recipes.\u00a0<\/p>\n
In 1992, researcher Serge Renaud first coined the phrase the \u201cFrench paradox<\/a>.\u201d\u00a0In a paper of the same name, he described how people in France, despite their rich cuisine, have a lower incidence of cardiovascular disease than people in other developed nations.\u00a0<\/p>\n Later research suggests that one core benefit of traditional healthy French recipes is that they\u2019re made from whole ingredients.\u00a0<\/p>\n A study from 2021<\/a> showed that French adults who ate more minimally processed foods consumed a higher amount of animal protein, more plant protein diversity, and had an overall higher diet quality than adults who ate more highly processed foods. The result was a better cardiometabolic health profile than those who consumed more highly processed foods.<\/p>\n Overall,\u00a0the fresh, tasty ingredients<\/a>\u00a0are part of the formula for healthy French recipes. Like the\u00a0Mediterranean diet<\/a>, French dishes rely on a variety of high-quality ingredients\u00a0with\u00a0minimal processing<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n You\u2019ll find a variety of meats, vegetables, and oils in healthy French recipes. They also tend to eat small portions\u00a0and\u00a0only at mealtimes.\u00a0<\/p>\n Adopting French eating habits\u00a0like\u00a0using whole ingredients instead of processed foods, eating reasonable portions, and minimizing snacking, may offer health benefits.\u00a0<\/p>\n If you\u2019re ready to dive into\u00a0the world of\u00a0French foods, these homemade\u00a0healthy recipes<\/a> are a great place to start.\u00a0<\/p>\n They all include classic French flavor, nutritious foods, and not\u00a0a lot of\u00a0complicated preparation.\u00a0<\/p>\n All you need are\u00a0a couple of pans and a decent knife for chopping vegetables.<\/p>\n Ratatouille is a traditional\u00a0French Provencal dish\u00a0first recorded in Nice<\/a>.\u00a0It\u2019s a hearty vegetable stew made with summer vegetables and seasoned with garlic, rosemary, and paprika.\u00a0<\/p>\n The primary ingredients include\u00a0eggplant<\/a> and\u00a0zucchini<\/a>, both of which are good sources of vitamins and dietary fiber.\u00a0<\/p>\n This simple recipe<\/a> calls for letting the vegetables simmer away in a slow cooker for several hours until they\u2019re tender and richly flavored. Add poached chicken breasts to give the French meal a healthy portion of protein.\u00a0<\/p>\n Nutritional Info per Serving<\/strong><\/p>\n This rich, cheese-covered soup is a French classic that is believed to have\u00a0originated in 19th-century Paris<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n It grew popular among patrons of Paris\u2019s Les Halles market, where it was considered both a delicious, inexpensive meal and, allegedly, a hangover cure.\u00a0<\/p>\n This version<\/a> is loaded with the key ingredient\u2014onions\u2014but gives it a modern twist with parmesan-asiago crisps laid atop the finished soup.\u00a0<\/p>\n Nutritional Info per Serving<\/strong><\/p>\n You might also like<\/strong><\/p>\n 5 Healthy Eating Tips for Summer To Keep You on Track<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Quiche is believed to have originated from the eastern French Lorraine region<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0made its way into\u00a0Parisienne dining in the late 19th century.<\/p>\n The original quiche Lorraine includes bacon, eggs, and creme fraiche, but modern chefs have innovated by adding vegetables, cheeses, and meats like ham to this hearty, comforting dish.\u00a0<\/p>\n This recipe<\/a> uses\u00a0asparagus<\/a> for a fresh flavor and a boost of nutrients like iron, vitamin A, and folate.<\/p>\n Nutritional Info per Serving<\/strong><\/p>\n The French have\u00a0been serving\u00a0salade compos\u00e9e,<\/em>\u00a0or\u00a0composed salads<\/a>,\u00a0since\u00a0the early 19th century. These dishes consist of a combination of fresh and prepared ingredients that\u00a0make up a complete meal.\u00a0<\/p>\n This version<\/a> pairs rich French green lentils with juicy grilled peaches and zingy Dijon mustard. The\u00a0lentils<\/a> are packed with protein, fiber, and iron, while the\u00a0peach<\/a> brings a healthy dose of vitamins C and A.<\/p>\n Nutritional Info per Serving<\/strong><\/p>\n Crepes are a popular French\u00a0food<\/a>,\u00a0served at creperies, cafes, and even street stands.\u00a0<\/p>\n The thin pancakes can be filled with sweet or savory ingredients.\u00a0This recipe<\/a> calls for a simple-to-make filling of Nutella and fresh berries.\u00a0<\/p>\n Berries are nutritional superfoods<\/a>, providing potassium, magnesium, vitamins C and K, and fiber. This crepe recipe can be perfect for a healthy breakfast or even a French dessert.<\/p>\n Nutritional Info per Serving<\/strong><\/p>\n A lot of French recipes use familiar ingredients, like chicken, beef, vegetables, and healthy oils. Flavorings like garlic, paprika, and wine or vinegar add flavor to many dishes. They should all be easy to find in a typical grocery store.<\/p>\n Many French recipes can be adjusted to be meatless or vegan. You can substitute plant-based oils for butter and use non-dairy alternatives like soy or coconut milk when a recipe calls for cream. Meatless entree staples like tofu, beans, or lentils can take the place of animal proteins.\u00a0<\/p>\n Drinking alcohol is a personal choice and many people choose not to! Even in France,\u00a0wine consumption has dropped<\/a> in recent years.\u00a0You can enjoy a French meal just as much with a glass of Perrier.<\/p>\n Look for more delicious healthy recipes in the\u00a0MyFitnessPal app<\/a>, where you can also track your calories, macronutrients, sleep, and other health markers to help you reach your fitness and nutrition goals.<\/p>\n The post 5 Healthy French Recipes Under 300 Calories You Should Try<\/a> appeared first on MyFitnessPal Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The 2024 Summer Games will be kicking off in Paris this summer. 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1. Slow Cooker Chicken Ratatouille<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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2. Breadless French Onion Soup With Cheese Crisps<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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4. Grilled Honey Dijon Chicken With Lentil and Peach Salad<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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5. Fresh Berry Nutella Recipe for Crepes<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Do I need to go to a specialty store for French ingredients?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Are there vegetarian or vegan French dishes?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Should I have wine with French food?<\/strong><\/h3>\n