Healthy Takes on (Unhealthy) Takeout Classics

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

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Mind blown. Get the recipe.

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Veggie Sushi

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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"

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

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

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Parmesan-Baked Chicken Nuggets

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

for more healthy hacks for unhealthy taekout go to PureWow

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

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Healthy Takes on (Unhealthy) Takeout Classics

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General Tso's Cauliflower

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Veggie Sushi

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Crispy Bakes Avocado "Fries"

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Quinoa Fried Rice With Veggies

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Parmesan-Baked Chicken Nuggets

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Cauliflower Crust Pizza

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Chickpea Burgers

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Vietnamese Summer Rolls

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Healthy Takes on (Unhealthy) Takeout Classics

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General Tso's Cauliflower

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Veggie Sushi

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Crispy Bakes Avocado "Fries"

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Quinoa Fried Rice With Veggies

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Parmesan-Baked Chicken Nuggets

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Cauliflower Crust Pizza

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Chickpea Burgers

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Vietnamese Summer Rolls

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