In our quest to lose weight, it is imperative that we should not lose sight of the various kinds of food that the body needs. A healthy and balanced diet with that includes all food groups in the right proportion are usually recommended, so that one doesn’t end up having just a few nutrients. Cutting off an ingredient from the kitchen can make you prone to deficiency of the essential ingredients. And you may risk yourself of various lifestyle diseases. Most weight conscious people avoid carbohydrates from their diet. The carbohydrates from the food items like veggies and fruits are vital for your overall health. Plus, they keep your metabolism in check and provide you energy to perform your daily chores. These five recipes inspire you to create some low-carb recipes in the kitchen.
A slice of homemade pizza
You can have a slice or two of pizza as long as the base is whole-wheat and it has been made at home with some creamy tomato sauce and vegetables like carrots, eggplants and baby tomatoes. Add some crumbled cheese on top and a nice pizza seasoning with a drizzle of olive oil. This way, you can satiate your junk food craving and consume your carbs as well. You can have this healthy low-carb recipe for your lunch or dinner.
Granola bar with a banana
You can have a granola bar with a banana for a quick snack or even your breakfast. Combine the two so that you don’t miss out on the protein and potassium from your diet. This low-carb dish will make sure that your metabolism is in check and boost your body’s energy level as well. Plus, it can go hand in hand with your weight loss diet regimen as well.
Roasted potatoes with grilled chicken
You can roast some potato wedges and sprinkle fresh herbs like parsley. Add the seasoned wedges with your grilled chicken for a protein and low-carb dose. You can also have other roasted vegetables with this meal. The veggies make for a perfect low-carb recipe; and they also have fiber, which is good for your digestive system.
Whole-wheat waffle
Make a paste with whole wheat flour, sugar, salt, butter and baking soda. And make crispy waffles of this mixture. You can add cinnamon powder, fruits, honey, chocolate syrup or any roasted seeds on your freshly-made waffle. Have a piece of waffle to make sure your body is not deprived of the carbs. Plus, as it’s a low-carb recipe, it makes for a perfect teatime snack item.
Cheesy zucchini slices
Zucchini is usually used in salads, but let’s do something creative with this veggie. Slice a zucchini. Spread a teaspoon of homemade tomato sauce on it. Season it and add grated cheese on top. Bake it until the cheese gets your desired texture. This is a great low-carb recipe that you can even make as starters for a party. These healthy bites are perfect for a Sunday dinner to make you feel special, even in those strict diet days.
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.