​Smart ways to make delicacies creamy without adding cream or cheese​

The simple addition of fresh cream or cheese can instantly amp up the taste, texture and experience of any delicacy, but if you are on a diet then this delightful addition may end up ruining your calorie count and mess up your fitness goals. Well, if you love the thick, creamy texture of soups, stews, pasta sauce or curries, then here are some healthier alternatives of cream and cheese that can give the same taste, creamy texture and experience that too without adding on calories. So, follow us through these smart tips and add a creamy punch to your delicacies

Adding some fresh malai or flesh of tender coconut or coconut milk can simply accentuate the taste and texture of curries, desserts, soups and stews to name a few. Coconut milk or flesh makes for a creamy alternative of full fat cream or cheese, and it can be used in both sweet and savory dishes.

Soak cashews in water, then blend them until smooth to create a luxurious cream alternative. Cashew cream works well in both sweet and savory dishes, including pasta sauces, dressings, and dips.

Cauliflower cream makes for a hearty option to use as a white sauce for pasta, noodles, soups, and casseroles to name a few.

To make this puree, just blanch, steam or boil cauliflower until soft, then blend it until smooth. This creates a creamy base for sauces, soups, and casseroles that too without adding extra calories.

This is yet another healthy and creamy option for weight watchers. To make this simple cream, just mash the avocado and make a smooth paste with a dash of water, this cream can be used in making sweet and savoury delicacies such as desserts such as puddings and mousses. It also provides healthy fats and nutrients that are great for boosting metabolic health.

Curd is a healthy alternative to fresh cream as it is packed with the goodness of probiotics, healthy fats, calcium and other essential nutrients. Both curd or hung curd can be used to add a punch of taste and texture to soups, curries, marinades or desserts.