15 Hearty Dishes That Will Ruin Your New Year’s Goals

There are a lot of hearty dishes out there that are delicious and comforting. While they’re filling and tasty, most are unhealthy and will do nothing but ruin your New Year’s goals.

Luckily, we have some alternative options that are delicious and healthy enough that they won’t ruin your goals you’ve made for the new year.

Fried Chicken

There’s just something about that crispy fried chicken we love but it’s a complete disaster for your New Year’s plans.

Fried Chicken Alternative: Try These Instead

Tacos

Tacos are irresistible. They’re delicious, easy to make, and we can add our favorite toppings to create out own special tacos. They’re also unhealthy but you don’t have to completely step away from tacos, just make healthier ones.

Tacos Alternative: Try These Instead

Mac and Cheese

A side of cheesy mac and cheese is a side dish that we love to enjoy with many meals. Go with a healthier option for your mac and cheese side dish.

Mac and Cheese Alternative: Try These Instead

Greasy Burgers

Greasy burgers may be insanely delicious, but they’re also insanely unhealthy for you. Make healthier burgers with some healthy sides for a better meal.

Burgers Alternative: Try These Instead

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Enchiladas

Resist the urge to take part in the enchiladas! They’re unhealthy and loaded with fat. Luckily, you can still enjoy those flavors in a healthier way.

Enchiladas Alternative: Try These Instead

Meatballs

When it comes to appetizers and party foods, you’ll often find meatballs on the table. Unfortunately, they’re unhealthy and loaded with fat so go with a delicious alternative.

Meatballs Alternative: Try These Instead

Sloppy Joes

Sloppy joes are a comforting sandwich we love enjoying throughout the year, but they’re often loaded with sugar making them not so good for you.

Sloppy Joes Alternative: Try These Instead

Meatloaf

A hearty dish that will definitely ruin any plans you have to start eating right or watching what you eat. Instead of the traditional, enjoy a flavorful meatloaf that’s also healthy!

Meatloaf Alternative: Try These Instead

Cinnamon Rolls

Loaded with sugar, it’s no secret that cinnamon rolls aren’t going to keep you on track. There’s another way to enjoy your favorite breakfast treats that’s healthier and still flavorful.

Cinnamon Roll Alternative: Try These Instead

Mashed Potatoes

It’s hard to give up those creamy buttery mashed potatoes and luckily you don’t have to. With just a few simple tweaks you can make healthier potatoes that won’t ruin your plans.

Mashed Potatoes Alternative: Try This Instead

Gravy Made From Packets

Gravy can be high in calories, fat, sodium, and more. Don’t miss out on the gravy flavor, just enjoy a healthier version!

Gravy Made From Packets Alternative: Try This Instead

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Alfredo

Alfredo is one of those classic comfort dishes. It’s also super heavy and creamy so it’s not good for your goals. Try a healthier version instead.

Alfredo Alternative: Try These Instead

Donuts

Donuts, donut holes, and everything in between aren’t healthy which gives you the opportunity to make your own healthier donuts with lots of flavor.

Donuts Alternative: Try These Instead

Burritos

Burritos are a hearty and filling meal you can enjoy but depending on what you put in them, they can be totally unhealthy.

Burritos Alternative: Try These Instead

Ice Cream

We love ice cream even though we know it’s unhealthy. Eating in moderation can help, but enjoying a healthier ice cream will be better.

Ice Cream Alternative: Try These Instead

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Don’t let your favorite hearty dishes ruin your New Year’s goals. Instead, go with healthier options of the traditional dishes!

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