I love Mexican. Looooooooooooove it. But it's usually considered a diet no-no. I guess tortillas, re-fried beans, cheese and sour cream aren't the best for the waistline. But the key to healthy long-term changes is finding ways to enjoy the things you love without the guilt.

So if it's Mexican you love, here are some suggestions: Get your fix in salad form, without the tortilla or taco shell. Trade re-fried beans for regular beans (like black beans). Use low-fat cheese and sour cream in moderation, and choose lean protein sources, like chicken breast. I cook mine with Tex Mex spice and it's delicious.

Want more? Check out this recipe from Self Magazine.

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What's your favorite Mexican-style dish? For me it's tacos, with either a hard shell or a soft one, loaded up with seasoned chicken breast, fresh veggies, a bit of cheese and some spicy salsa. Turns out I'm making a healthy choice, according to this article which names the worst and best Mexican dishes. Sadly, quesadillas, another fave, made the worst list, as did anything with refried beans.

Here's a tip: to lower the calorie count in your favorite dish, try replacing the cheese, refried beans or full-fat sour cream with salsa, veggies or guacamole. Your hips will thank you.

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