Mexican Foods – Ready To Go

by Shereen Jegtvig

Mmmm…I love the flavors used in Mexican cooking, especially chiles and cilantro.  And what about refried beans?  They taste great and they’re good for you, right?  Well, yes, beans are are great source of protein and fiber, however traditional refried beans are made with lard so they’re high in saturated fats and calories.  But, no worries, you can find fat-free refried beans (or substitute black beans – just rinse and heat).

When you look for canned Mexican foods, or taco and fajita kits, be sure to choose the products with the least saturated fats and sodium.  You can choose whole wheat tortillas instead of fried corn tortillas and make your own tortilla chips by baking them in the oven, or choosing baked chips instead of fried.

As with most canned or prepared foods, be sure to look over the ingredients list to hunt for MSG, unwanted preservatives and artificial colors.  Here’s a look at Mexican – ready made meals & refried beans arranged by presence of flavor enhancers:

Only  a few products contain flavor enhancers.  The Rosarita Traditional 98% Fat Free Refried Beans are a great source of fiber and iron without containing too much saturated fat.  They’re not low in sodium, but not too high in sodium either, as long as you watch your portion size.

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