|
Sample Menu
The sample menu below follows the guidelines of the California Sweet
Success Program:
- <45% total energy as carbohydrate
- 15-20% total energy as protein
- 30-40% total energy as fat
| Meal |
Amount of Carbohydrate |
Foods |
| Breakfast |
15-30 grams |
2 scrambled eggs
1 slice wheat toast with 1 Tablespoon butter
1/2 grapefruit
|
| Morning Snack |
15-30 grams |
1/2 cup cottage cheese
10 wheat crackers |
| Lunch |
45-60 grams |
1 egg salad sandwich
1/2 cup carrot sticks
1 Tablespoon ranch dressing
8 ounces nonfat milk |
| Afternoon Snack |
15-30 grams |
4 ounces yogurt
1 cup peaches (canned in water) |
| Dinner |
45-60 grams |
3 ounces lean beef
3/4 cup stir fry vegetables
3/4 cup rice
2 cups green salad with 2 Tablespoons Italian dressing |
| Bedtime Snack |
15-30 grams |
2 corn tortillas
1 ounce cheddar cheese |
Table 4-1. Sample menu based on the guidelines of
the California Sweet Success Program
|