Foods for Weight Loss
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Kiwilimón - 2018-10-16T09:10:58.983939Z
We know that one of the major concerns for people (men or women) today is to stay fit and lose those extra pounds or maintain the weight we have nowadays.
For this, we resort to various diets and regimes that can sometimes be very burdensome, which is why we stop following them and never maintain consistency.
Thus, we believe that it's better for our weight management to be based on the food we consume, and that's why we want to highlight which foods can help with weight loss.
- Gazpacho. This is a cold Spanish soup that is rich in nutrients and can be low in calories. It mainly consists of tomatoes and includes a bit of olive oil, although it is recommended to add just a few drops to preserve its flavor without adding many calories.
- Mexican Salsas. Mexican cuisine has many salsas that add flavor, are rich in nutrients, and low in calories. They can be added to any stew, salad, vegetables, etc. Among these powerful salsas are the raw salsa, cooked salsa, cooked salsa with oil, and ranchera salsa.
- Soups. Soups that do not contain cream or many starchy vegetables like potatoes are the best for weight loss because they create a feeling of fullness in the stomach and contain a lot of water.
- Beans cooked in water. They are considered one of the protein sources for vegetarians. Freshly cooked, they are delicious, and once cooled, you can use them in salads, add salsas, or sauté them to make them the main dish.
- Chickpeas. They are considered another protein source for vegetarians. There are many recipes to make them as a main dish, especially in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine.
- Green Tea. According to studies, it helps to accelerate metabolism, is rich in nutrients, and has no calories.
Cooking Recipes
Now that you know which foods can help you lose weight, it is important to start preparing them, and that's why we leave you with some highly recommended recipes to cook at home.
(It is recommended to click on the recipe title for more preparation details)
Simple Gazpacho. A delicious cold gazpacho to enjoy with your family on warm days.
Gazpacho. A cold soup made of tomatoes and other vegetables.
Guajillo Salsa. Guajillo salsa is an excellent sauce to accompany fish, seafood, and meats.
Red Ranchera Salsa. A Mexican salsa based on spicy tomatoes, used to season many Mexican dishes like huevos rancheros.
Green Tomato Salsa with Avocado. A rich salsa made with green tomatoes, fresh serrano peppers, and a touch of pickled peppers. It includes diced avocados for added flavor.
Pico de Gallo Salsa. Pico de gallo is a salsa with a lot of texture and flavor. It accompanies delicious tacos with Milpa Real Tortillas or simply with Milpa Real Totopos as a snack.
Cabbage Soup. This soup is the basis of the Cabbage Soup Diet, which can help one lose up to 4 kilos in just 7 days of the diet. This soup can be eaten in desired amounts during the 7 days along with the daily menu.
Minestrone Soup. Minestrone soup is an Italian soup ideal for a cold day. It is an inexpensive recipe but of high nutritional value.
Tomato Soup. This is a rich soup that you can accompany with a very original prepared bread. The texture is smooth and consistent.
Vegetable Soup. The traditional and exquisite vegetable soup with a unique and special touch.
Bean Ring. A super simple bean recipe but with a very nice presentation. Ideal for a breakfast with many people.
Beans in Pressure Cooker. These are known as pot beans; grandmothers used to make them in clay pots and cooked them for hours. In this recipe, they are cooked in a pressure cooker to save time.
Chickpea Dip with Sun-Dried Tomatoes. This hummus or chickpea dip includes sun-dried tomatoes, giving it a unique and delicious flavor. It is served with pita bread. It makes a great snack for vegetarians.
Chickpea Dip. Also known as hummus, this Arabic snack is delicious.