Indulge yourself at the barbecue without feeling too guilty with this healthier version of potato salad – this recipe swaps fat-clogged mayo for antioxidant-rich minted pesto. Serves: 4Cooking time: 1 hour 15 minutes Preparation time: 10 minutes250g
fix by swapping high-fat butter and cream for chicken stock, puréed cauliflower and a moderate amount of cheese.Preparation time: 65 minutesServes: 4 625ml vegetable or chicken stock2 bay leaves1 medium cauliflower, cored and cut into large pieces225g
and chicken, and warm through, taking care not to boil the sauce.4 Combine the broccoli, rice and chicken, and mix well. Scatter a few mint leaves on top to garnish before serving.The SkinnyCalories 175Fat 2.6gCarbs 20.1gProtein 5.7g
. Using low-fat stock and skinless chicken breast – and skipping the sour cream and cheese – keeps it light, though you can sling them in for extra protein if you like. Finally, avocado brings B vitamins and magnesium to the recovery party – both are key
fats. A cholesterol-lowering diet is recommended for anyone with levels above 5 millimoles per litre (mmol/l). According to the British Heart Foundation, the average blood cholesterol for men in England is 5.8mmol/l and for women 5.9mmol/l. Almost a
. They're a particularly good source of fibre, low in saturated fat and cholesterol. Squashes are also a good source of calcium – good news for runners, who endure a high level of impact through hard-working knee and hip joints.Cook: Squashes are tough
Eating on the run or getting a takeaway tonight? There’s nothing wrong with the odd curry or hamburger. But it may be a problem if you eat takeaways on a regular basis. Many menu items are loaded with fat – for example, a chicken tikka masala gives
, such as fruit, vegetables and legumes, will control your hunger and appetite naturally.The South Beach Diet(Headline, £6.99) Take away tip Have a healthy mid-morning and mid-afternoon snack, whether you're hungry or not. Try hummus with raw vegetables or a low-fat
. With a focus on fruit, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat protein foods, nuts, beans and lentils, the foods you eat will result in a steady level of sugar in the blood stream. "You will be full of energy, which is perfect for runners," says Bean.Take away
, first placed a filling between two slices of bread. Nowadays there is a vast array on the shelves of supermarkets and delis. So, what’s best for runners? There are seven factors to consider – calories, carbohydrates, protein, fat, saturated fat, fibre
