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Healthy Takes on (Unhealthy) Takeout Classics

By Food & Wine
Updated September 28, 2015
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Your car died. Your dog has fleas. The day sucked and you’re ordering from Hunan Garden, dammit. But wait! Before you give in to calories and MSG, take a look at these healthy twists on your favorite takeout staples.This piece originally appeared on PureWow.com.
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General Tso's Cauliflower

Credit: PHOTO: LIZ ANDREW/STYLING: ERIN MCDOWELL

Mind blown. Get the recipe.

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Veggie Sushi

Credit: PHOTO: LIZ ANDREW/STYLING: ERIN MCDOWELL

Hold the spicy mayo and shrimp tempura: These tasty but simple all-vegetable rolls will save you calories... and dollars. Get the recipe.

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Crispy Bakes Avocado "Fries"

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These avocados are baked until crisp on the outside but stay soft and creamy on the inside. Get the recipe.

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Quinoa Fried Rice With Veggies

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Add some chicken, shrimp or tofu for extra oomph and protein. Get the recipe.

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Parmesan-Baked Chicken Nuggets

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Still pairs perfectly with barbecue sauce. Get the recipe.

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Cauliflower Crust Pizza

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No dough? No problem. Get the recipe.

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Chickpea Burgers

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When you’re craving some Mickey D’s, skip the Big Mac and opt for this healthy and filling chickpea patty instead. Get the recipe.

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Vietnamese Summer Rolls

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for more healthy hacks for unhealthy taekout go to PureWow

Nothing fried and oh-so-colorful. Get the recipe.

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