Weight gain is the result of inappropriate eating habits like, overeating or eating unhealthy food. If you want to lose pounds, you will have to plan your meals accordingly, that include soups and green smoothies to detox the body and shed those extra pounds. Here are 10 weight loss food recipes, that will help you achieve your desired weight.
Broccoli Omelet
You can try plenty of broccoli and other iron-rich green vegetables for a dose of health even as you battle the bulge. But, the more interesting the recipe, the more you’ll feel like eating it. Broccoli with eggs will give you a wholesome meal with literally all the best nutrients packed into one. Just mix the broccoli florets into your egg mixture, and don’t forget to add the seasonings. To make it more appealing, use cheese pieces and herbs as toppings.
Green Tea Smoothie
This smoothie brings in a host of anti-oxidants that are contained in the trusty green tea, which is why it is one of the best weight-loss smoothies. Green tea is a world-renowned ingredient to trigger weight loss and maintenance if consumed on a regular basis. You can combine this smoothie with spices like cayenne pepper or cinnamon powder and lemon juice to enhance the flavor.
Banana Bites
Here’s the quickest weight loss bar recipe. Combine bananas with dark chocolate (cocoa is filled with anti-oxidants and banana is rich with potassium), and chill it in a container for a few minutes. And have it whenever you have a hunger pang so that you’re not dying or fainting in the dream of losing weight.
Grapefruit Treat
Grapefruit is rich in enzymes and fiber that can trigger a good amount of weight loss. You can combine this with honey and bananas for a power packed meal or snack. Honey has natural antioxidants that trigger good weight loss too.
Grilled Chicken with Squash
The lightweight squash is packed with nutrients that can actually speed up your metabolism when combined with the protein-rich grilled chicken. Marinate the chicken pieces and roast them with chunks of squash. Season them both. This is one of the best weight loss foods to have.
Pumpkin Soup
Boil its pieces with shallots and stock water. Puree and season the pumpkin soup. Serve hot. Pumpkin is rich in iron and various vitamins, which makes this the best soup recipe for weight-loss.
Lentils and Humus
Chickpeas are known as one of the best metabolism boosting ingredients that are available out there. You can try this in the form of hummus combined with lentils and legumes. This will give your day the right power kick even as it contributes effectively to your overall weight loss plan.
The Buddha Bowl
Rice has fewer carbohydrates than wraps usually do. This makes it a much better choice for a meal. Try it with plenty of herbs and a few lentils for a colorful and nourishing dish in a bowl.
Quinoa Salad
There are many different ways to prepare quinoa. One of them includes making it as a quick salad, drizzled with freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Cereal with Sunflower Seeds
Make a great snack with sunflower seeds or garnish your cereal and fresh fruits with this ingredient, for a great weight loss meal or snack. You can also combine it with quinoa and rice for a yummy taste.
We are a coffee-drinking nation and every form of the beverage – decaf, regular, expresso, latte, cappuccino, macchiato and ristretto is consumed everyday by millions of us. It’s the first thing we need in the morning and the last (for some) after dessert. Black, with cream, with sugar, no sugar, flavored, each of us has a preference with regard to strength. Nespresso’s taken heed of this and given us a gift in a pod with the Nespresso capsules. Available in the regular Arabica and Robusta capsules, they have some amazing seasonal flavors as well.
Nespresso capsules are hermetically sealed in a capsule that holds 5-7 gms of coffee – enough for one serving of coffee. They offer five ranges in Ristretto (25ml), Espresso (40 ml), Lungo (110 ml), Decaffeinated (40 ml and 110 ml) or Flavored (40 ml).
The variations in Nespresso coffee capsules Ristretto range are:
Ristretto Origin – Made from South and Central American Arabicas, it has toasted flavors with cocoa notes and woody undertones.
Ristretto Origin India – A blend of the finest Arabicas with a smidgen of Robusta from Southern India, this full-bodied coffee has hints of spices.
Ristretto Intenso – A strong blend of South and Central American Robustas and Arabicas, the Ristretto Intenso is a full-bodied coffee with a creamy texture and peppery notes.
The variations in Nespresso coffee capsules Espresso range are:
Espresso Origin Brazil: A pure Arabica coffee, it has a mild sweet flavor.
Espresso Leggero: A blend of South American Arabicas and Robusta, it has smooth notes of cocoa and cereal.
Espresso Forte: Exclusively made from South and Central American Arabicas, it has an intensely roasted balance of espresso and fruity notes.
The variations of Nespresso coffee capsules Lungo range are:
Lungo Leggero: Lightly roasted East African, South and Central American Arabicas, with mild notes of jasmine is what makes up this delicious brew.
Lungo Forte: A complex mix of South and Central American Arabicas, this coffee has heavy roasted notes with a slight hint of fruit.
Lungo Origin Guatemala: A mix of Arabica and washed Gourmet Robusta coffee, Lungo Origin Guatemala is smooth and well balanced with dry and malty cereal notes.
The variations of Nespresso coffee capsules in the Decaffeinated range are:
Espresso Decaffeinato: Dark roasted South American Arabicas with a touch of Robusta enhances the cocoa flavors and roasted cereal undertones of this decaffeinated espresso.
Lungo Decaffeinato: This is a slightly more complex blend of separately roasted South American and East African Arabicas. It includes toasted cereal and sweet notes with subtle and floral hints of East African Arabicas.
The variations of Nespresso coffee capsules Flavored range are:
Espresso Vanilla: This silky-flavored coffee is the result of a base of Espresso Forte, which is a complex and heavily-roasted blend of South and Central American Arabicas and a slightly caramelized aroma of vanilla. Espresso Caramel: On a base of Espresso Forte, this complex and intensely roasted blend made from South and Central American Arabicas has the sweetness of caramel.
Here are a few easy and healthy recipe ideas that are both quick to make and light to digest on hot summer days. With very few ingredients, the preparation of these recipes is a breeze. So go on, enjoy these easy, healthy recipes that are brimming with nutrition and taste heavenly too!
Greek Cucumber Rolls
Ingredients (Serves 2)
Directions
This is popular among easy and healthy recipes. Slice cucumber into thin flat strips using a vegetable peeler and arrange them in slices of two on a clean tray. Smear the hummus on top of each slice, then toss some feta cheese, black olives and cut tomatoes on each of the cucumber strips. Squeeze a little lemon juice and sprinkle some finely chopped dill and cilantro. Finally, roll the strips, serve the Greek cucumber rolls and see them being gobbled up by the young and old alike!
Flavorful fettuccine pasta with vegetables
Ingredients (Serves 2)
Directions
Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the directions on the label. In a thick bottomed pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the chopped garlic and shallots. After about a minute or so, add the other vegetables along with salt and toss them gently for a few minutes. The vegetables must cook and be crunchy at the same time. When they are done, add the cooked pasta, Parmesan cheese, and some freshly ground black pepper to it and mix well. Serve this flavorful fettuccine pasta with vegetables for lunch or dinner as a filling, yet light meal.
Sunshine juice
Ingredients (Serves 2)
Direction
Squeeze juice from the oranges and blend the strawberries in a juicer. Then in a pitcher, take the orange juice, strawberry juice, and chilled water together and mix well. Refresh yourself with this yummy sunshine juice with ice cubes on a hot day.