Omega-3 fatty acids, found in some fatty fish, like salmon and cold water trout, may help lower the risk of heart disease in some people. They make tasty low-fat main dishes that are good sources of water, fiber and protein. Milk, Yogurt and Cheese Choose skim milk or buttermilk. Substitute evaporated skim milk for cream in recipes for soups and sauces. Try low-fat cheeses.
Skim ricotta can replace cream cheese on a bagel or in a vegetable dip.
Use part-skim mozzarella instead of cheddar cheese in recipes. Try low-fat natural or cheddar cheeses. Plain non-fat yogurt can replace sour cream in many recipes. Skim sherbet is an alternative to ice cream. Soft-serve and regular ice creams are lower in fat than premium styles.