Weight Loss Recipes

Weight Loss Recipes are very much required for us. These Recipes would help you lose weight and burn fat in the most effective manner.

 

 

Use them in your current meal options and start seeing the difference. A healthy weight is an important element of good health.

 

 

How much you eat and what you eat play central roles in maintaining a healthy weight or losing weight.

 

 

Exercise is the other key actor. For years, low-fat diets were thought to be the best way to lose weight.

 

 

A growing body of evidence shows that low-fat diets often don’t work,

In partly because these diets often replace fat with easily digested carbohydrates.

 

 

Hundreds of diets have been created, many promising fast and permanent weight loss.

 

 

The truth is, almost any diet will work if it helps you take in fewer calories. Diets do this in two main ways:

  1. getting you to eat certain, Weight Loss Recipes and “good” foods and/or avoid “bad” ones
  2. changing how you behave & the ways you think or feel about food

 

The best diet for losing weight is one that is good for all parts of your body, from your brain to your toes, and not just for your waistline.

 

 

It is also one you can live with for a long time. In other words, a diet that offers plenty of good tasting and healthy choices banishes few foods

And doesn’t require an extensive and expensive list of groceries or supplements.

 

 

One diet that fills the bill is a Mediterranean type diet. Such a diet and there are many variations usually includes:

step1:

Several servings of fruits & vegetables a day

step2:

Whole-grain bread & cereals

step3:

Healthy fats from nuts, seeds, olive oil\

Lean protein from fish, poultry & bean

Limited red meat

Moderate wine consumption with meals, not more than 2 glasses a day for men & not more than 1 a day for women

 

 

A Mediterranean-style diet is a flexible eating pattern. as well, People who follow such diets tend to have lower rates of heart disease, diabetes, dementia, and other chronic conditions.

 

Soya tomato salad

How to make soya tomato salad

Soya tomato salad is a recipe made up of hung curd, spices, soya & tomato the main ingredients. This recipe is nutritious and light. People who are health freak an add to their diet too. Soya tomato salad can be included in a light dinner meal. Its is a good alternative for vegetarian people. In this salad recipe, curd is used as a dressing, however one can also add one more dressing of own choice. So try this delicious yet healthy recipe and make nutritious salads a part of your diet.

List of 31 different types of salads for your reference is here

Ingredients for Soya tomato salad-

1/2 cup soya nuggets

1 med. tomato

Tablespoon -01 hung curd  (approx.)

1 pinch salt

1 pinch red pepper

1/4 teaspoon tomato ketchup

1 pinch Black pepper

Corriander leaves- few

Method –

In a bowl add 2 cup water. Boil the water and add soyabean chunks  to it.

Once soya become soft. Drain, cool, squeeze the chunks and keep them aside.

Side by side chop tomatoes (dice them).

In a bowl mix spices and curd as well then chill it in the refrigerator.

Now take a pan and heat it. Add the boiled soya chunks in it and stir-fry them till they turn golden in colour. Stir-frying will give a crunch to the salad recipe.

Keep the stir fried chunks aside.

Let them cool down to room temperature.

Now pour the chilled dressing on it and mix well.

Sprinkle some coriander on top of it (garnishing).

Again refrigerating for a while is an option.

Serve and enjoy !

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Curd sprout salad

How to make curd sprout salad

Curd sprout salad that you would definitely like to enjoy. For this, we have used a curd dressing which is made up with mint and yogurt, it is cooling and lip-smacking too. A sprout salad is said to be one of the best breakfast options for ones who what to be on a diet. Moong dal consist protein, which helps induce satiety. It gives a feeling of fullness, one naturally crave less and also stay away from mindless munching.

This sprout salad recipe is also a good source of fiber and plant-based antioxidants. The nutritional profile of dals gets increased by sprouting.

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Ingredients for curd sprout salad –

  • 2 cups of sprouted moong dal
  • 1/4 cup of chopped cucumbers
  • One third cup of yellow bell peppers
  • 1 by 3 cup of red bell peppers
  • 1/3 cup of tomatoes  
  • 1 tbsp curd
  • 2-3 tbsp pudina chutney
  • One tsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Coriander for garnish
  • Serving 1-2

Method –

  • Take green moong dal on a plate or tray. Now pick and clean the beans to remove any husks or stones.
  • After that rinse the dal in clean water properly.
  • Add the rinsed dal in a bowl and immediately post that add water to cover them in the bowl.
  • Cover the bowl with a lid and soak them overnight or for 8 hours.
  • Next day the moong dal will swell. Now, drain the water. Rinse them with filtered water.
  • Sprout the dal and let it sprout for about 1-2 days.
  • Add some salt and pepper for taste.
  • Throw in some coriander on top and enjoy fresh.
  • Now take a large bowl after that add all the ingredients mentioned above.
  • Give them a nice whisk.
  • Also, throw in some coriander on it, if needed chill it for some time.
  • Serve and enjoy immediately or later!

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Starch free rice recipe

How to make healthy starch-free rice at home?

Starch-free rice is a type of rice that has been specially processed to remove starch content. You can use rice without starch in a variety of dishes, such as stir-fries, salads, soups, and sushi etc. Starch free rice is available in different forms, such as white rice, brown rice etc.

Starch free rice
Saucepan of rice in boiling water on a gas hob

You can also try: Hare Leshan (green garlic) ki sabji in the simplest methodMatar ka nimona (green peas curry) in U.P. style, herb rice with paneer manchurian!

Method to prepare starch free rice

Firstly, rinse the rice in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water for a minute.

Then, add the rice and water to a pot in a 1:2 ratio (rice to water) and bring it to a boil.

Now, when the water reaches boiling point, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.

After that, simmer the rice for about 15-20 minutes.

Now, turn off the heat and let the boiled white rice rest for another 5-10 minutes. Remove the extra starch water after the rice is cooked properly.

Finally, starch free rice is ready to serve.

You can enjoy this starch free rice with dal, sabzi, chicken fish etc.

Pro tip: To reduce your cooking time of starch free rice, soak the rice in cold water for 25-30 minutes.

Health benefits of starch free rice

The Primary health benefits of starch free is lower glycemic index.

Starch free rice is best to achieve weight loss and stay within a calorie deficit.

Medical diets, like diabetes or digestive disorders, frequently incorporate starch free rice.

Starch free rice are nutrient-dense, rich in essential vitamins and minerals such as iron, zinc, and magnesium.

These nutrients support healthy bones, muscles, and immune function.

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How to make healthy Quinoa with Almonds and feta cheese

Quinoa with almonds and feta cheese is very easy recipe which can be prepared in just 30 minutes. Even a beginner can make it easily. It works great as a packed lunch for work or school. You can also serve it as a side dish with chicken. This is a low FODMAP recipe.

Lets start our recipe now, You can also try our other recipe like Quinoa Salad, Quinoa Pulao

Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil / Seasme oil / Coconut Cold press oil
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander
  • ½ tsp Turmeric
  • 300g Quinoa, rinsed
  • 50g toasted Almond flakes
  • 100g Feta cheese, crumbled
  • Handful Parsley, roughly chopped
  • ½ lemon, juiced

TIP – You can also add Boiled Chickpeas and Kidney beans if you are not looking for low carbohydrate option.

Method:

  1. In a large frying pan, heat the oil and add the ground coriander and turmeric.
  2. Fry for about 1 minute to release the aromas.
  3. Add the quinoa and fry for another minute. The quinoa will make a light popping sound.
  4. Add the water, turn heat down, and simmer for about 10-15 minutes.
  5. When the water has reduced completely, take off the heat. When the quinoa is cooked, a white halo will be visible around each grain.
  6. Cool slightly.
  7. Add the remaining ingredients and mix through.
  8. You can serve this hot or cold.

Enjoy your Quinoa with almonds and feta cheese 🙂

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Easy Chicken Satay recipe for Paleo diet

Chicken Satay is great for an appetizer or a main dish. You can prep everything ahead of time, which is always great if you are having a party or want to have stuff ready before you get home from work. The chicken needs to marinate at least 2 hours, but you can let it marinate overnight if you want extra flavor. 
Satay sauce usually includes peanut butter and soy sauce, but you can substitutes these recipes with almond butter too.

These satay recipe is easy to make and on the other hand delicious too. Do try them and let us know your experience..

INGREDIENTS

  • 750gm , skinless chicken breast, cut into ½” stripes
  • wooden skewers
  • For marinade
    • 1 tsp lemon zest
    • 2 tsp lemon juice
    • ½ tsp ground coriander
    • 1 tsp turmeric
    • ½ tsp chili powder
    • 1 tbsp Peanut Butter or Almond butter
    • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • For sauce
    • 3 tbsp tahini (sesame butter)
    • 1 tbsp lemon juice
    • 3 tbsp coconut milk/Almond milk
    • 1 garlic clove, minced
    • pinch of chili powder

Tip: You can use ready made Tahini Sauce available in market 

METHOD

  1. To make the marinade, place all the ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.
  2. Place the chicken in a shallow dish.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken and toss to coat.
  4. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for minimum 30 minutes or 2 hours or overnight depending on your work and time.
  5. To make the sauce, mix all the ingredients together until well combined and set aside.
  6. Thread chicken onto skewers. Preheat a grill pan or normal pan over medium high heat.
  7. Lightly oil the grill pan with extra olive oil.
  8. Grill the chicken in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  9. Sprinkle with spring onions and serve with sauce

You can also try our other paleo recipes such as paleo pizza, paleo burger, balsamic chicken

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How to make Burgers for Keto/Paleo diet

Paleo Chicken Burgers are a flavourful way to switch up your usual burger. These are served with slices of cucumber, tomatoes, red onion and a delicious ginger and parsley sauce. Serve them in a lettuce bun to make them more keto/paleo friendly.

If you are a die hard burger lover and can’t resist eating them than these paleo chicken burgers are for you guys and truly think there is no limit to the number of times a week you can eat them.

The chicken patties are so so flavourful and have a refreshing crunch.

Reason to love this Keto/Paleo Chicken Burger:

  • Flavouful 
  • Healthy
  • Unique
  • Refreshing and crunchy

I’m drooling over these burgers while writing this recipe 🙂 … You can also try our Paleo Pizza, Keto Pizza recipe

INGREDIENTS

Chicken Patties

  • 500 gm ground chicken
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped Cilantro/ Coriander/ Parsley
  • 1 1/2 tbsp grated red onion
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/2 tsp  pepper
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 2 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Ginger & Parsley Sauce

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tbsp chopped mint
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1 tsp finely chopped ginger
  • 1/4 tsp cumin

For Serving

  • 1 head lettuce
  • 1 large tomato thinly sliced
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cucumber cut into thin slices or ribbons

METHOD

  • In a bowl combine all of the ingredients for the chicken patties and use your hands to mix everything together so the spices are well incorporated in the meat. Divide the meat into 4 portions and form into patties.
  • Heat a grill pan Or normal pan on medium high heat. Grill the patties for 5 minutes per side until cooked through.
  • While the patties are cooking, in a bowl combine all of the ingredients for the sauce and stir until well mixed. Set aside.
  • Cut the lettuce into quarters and separate each quarter into two halves.
  • To assemble the burgers spread the sauce on the inside of the lettuce. Top with 2 slices of red onion, sliced tomato and cucumber and place patty on top. Place the other half of the lettuce leaf on top like a sandwich and wrap the burger in parchment paper to make it easier to eat.

Enjoy your burgers !!!

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How to make Balsamic Chicken with Asparagus

Balsamic Chicken is a best option for people following paleo diet. It combines boneless skinless chicken breasts, tomatoes, asparagus, and balsamic Vinegar. The end result is an easy mouthwatering tender chicken recipe that you can feel good about eating and feeding to your family. It’s a very easy recipe with minimal ingredients.

This beautiful dish can be a welcome sight on your dinner table. You can serve this with rice or angel hair pasta but it is quite hearty all by itself for those of you that are watching your carbs.

You can also try our recipe of Chicken Marinara

Lets go ahead with the recipe, this much quantity will suffice 2 servings.

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons honey / Diabetic can use stevia drops
  • ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 500 gm chicken breast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp Italian mixed Herbs
  • 300 gm fresh asparagus, trimmed of tough ends, chopped into 2-inch*
  • 1 ½ cups carrot
  • 2 tomatoes, cut into 4 pcs.

* You can also use green beans, green peas, broccoli, zucchini, green peppers, brussels sprouts and many other delicious green vegetables if Asparagus is not available.

Preparation

  1. In a mixing bowl, Italian dressing herbs , balsamic vinegar, honey and red pepper flakes, set aside.
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sear until golden.
  4. Cook chicken breasts on one side for 10 minutes, then turn. Add half of the dressing mixture, and cook for another 10 minutes. Chicken juices should run clear. Set chicken aside.
  5. Add asparagus, carrots, and tomatoes to the same skillet, season with salt and pepper, stir frequently until the veggies are tender, about 4 minutes. Plate veggies and chicken.
  6. Add remaining dressing mixture to skillet and reduce for about a minute, until the sauce is thickened. Dress the chicken and veggies with the sauce.
  7. Enjoy!

Nutrition (per serving): 461 calories, 53 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates

Tip – You can add little more honey while cooking to balance the Balsamic vinegar

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How to make Weight loss Roti

Weight-loss roti recipe is basically a vegetable roti. This Roti yields 65kcal energy and only 9 gm of Carbohydrate, is’nt a great idea for weight loss plan? Yes this roti is an extremely awesome, simple and innovative option for weight loss plan.

Basically, it is loaded with fibre and nutrients without the baggage of carbohydrates which are abundant in wheat flour. This is typically served as it is without any sides or dips or curries but tastes great with simple raita dip or even a spicy choice of pickle.

Lets start with our recipe…I’m Super excited to make this roti without Wheat Flour.

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Serving Size 1

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 potato – Grated
  • Boiled Peas 1/2 cup
  • Broccoli 1/2 cup – Grated Or Chopped
  • 1 carrot – Grated
  • 2 tbsp onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 tbsp curry leaves (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp spring onion (chopped)
  • 1 chilli (finely chopped)
  • ¼ cup besan / gram flour
  • ½ cup ragi flour
  • 2 tbsp sesame
  • Finely chopped Coriander
  • 1/2 tsp cumin and Ajwain together
  • Salt as per taste
  • ¼ tsp pepper powder
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1-2 tsp Oil of choice

METHOD

  • Firstly, peel the skin of the potato and grate finely. Rinse the grated potato in clean water to get rid of excess starch. Now squeeze off the water from the grated potato and transfer it to a large bowl.
  • Add All the Vegetables in this bowl and mix them together.
  • Now add ¼ cup besan, and ½ cup ragi flour. Further add sesame, cumin, salt and pepper powder. Squeeze and mix well making sure all the spices and flour are well combined.
  • Now add water and knead to form a dough. Add water as required and prepare a soft dough. rest the dough for 10 minutes.
  • Using a wet hand, pinch a ball-sized dough, flatten gently on greased hot tawa. pat gently to get a slightly thick thickness.
  • Spread some oil from the sides, cover and cook on medium flame. Roast from both the sides.
  • Once the base is cooked well, flip over.

YOUR WEIGHT LOSS ROTI IS READY TO SERVE WITH RAITA OR DAHI, ENJOYY!!

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How to make Andhra Pepper Chicken

Andhra Pepper Chicken is a flavorful chicken recipe which can be eaten as a starter or with an accompaniment. I tasted it once when I visited Hyderabad. And than tried at home, it turns out so delicious that my family finished the entire dish at one go. Andhra pepper chicken can be your simple yet guilt-free indulgence. It has a burst of spicy flavors from the pepper and garlic tempering and the tender chicken that will melt in your mouth. This recipe is healthier than the regular pepper chicken as we have reduced the amount of oil used in the recipe.

Yopu can also try our other chicken recipes like Chicken Qeema, Chicken Yakhani, Chicken Marinara

INGREDIENTS

  • Chicken – 500 grams
  • Onion – 2 diced
  • Green chili 2 slit
  • Garlic cloves 6 sliced
  • ginger garlic paste 1 tbsp
  • Salt to taste
  • Lemon juice – 2 tablespoons
  • curry leaves – 4 sprigs
  • Coriander powder – 1 teaspoons
  • Cumin 1 tsp
  • Turmeric powder – 1/4 teaspoon
  • Cinnamon stick 1/2 inch
  • Cloves 3
  • Oil – 2tbsp
  • Crushed pepper – 2 tablespoons
  • Coriander leaves – 1/4cup

METHOD OF PREPARATION

  1. Marinate the chicken piece with turmeric powder, ginger garlic paste, salt and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, mix and keep this in the fridge for 30 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a deep pan, temper the oil with cumin, cinnamon stick, cloves and 3/4 portion of curry leaves.
  3. Add sliced garlic, onions and cook till they turn golden.
  4. Now add green chillies and the marinated chicken, sauté for 2 minutes.
  5. Add coriander powder and crushed pepper, mix well and cook on low flame until the oil gets separated, stir and sprinkle some water if required.
  6. Add 1/4 cup water, once water will start boiling, reduce the heat and cover with the lid. Cook until chicken is done.
  7. Once the chicken is cooked open the lid and cook till the moisture evaporates.
  8. Sprinkle chopped 3/4 th of the coriander leaves and the remaining curry leaves.
  9. Before serving garnish with 1 teaspoon of Lemon Juice and the remaining coriander leaves.
  10. Serve with hot steamed rice or roti.

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Step wise recipe for Keto Dahi Tadka

Keto Dahi Tadka is a lip-smacking dish that goes well with Keto Roti, Keto Chila, Keto Dosa etc. Add a tadka of taste to the basic curd and amp up your meals in a jiffy. You just need a handful of ingredients to prepare a spicy tadka for the curd. To add a refreshing tinge to the keto dahi tadka, tear a few mint leaves and mix them with the tadka.

You can also try our other keto recipes like Keto Pancakes, Keto chicken nuggets

Before moving on to the recipe, you must be having few questions in mind related to the intake of yogurt/Curd during Keto diet. So here are your answers!!

Can I eat yoghurt/Curd on keto ?

Yes. But because the lactose in milk will break down into sugar that will go into your bloodstream, “if you’re going to eat yogurt, it will have to be somewhat minimized in your diet,” Read the nutrition label on your yogurt and determine what portion will fit into your carbohydrate limit. Also important is to spread out your carbs throughout the day to stay in ketosis. So also make sure that any yogurt toppings are not high in carbs, like traditional grain-based granola or Fruits.

Is Curd/Yoghurt healthy ?

Yes. A large amount of research suggests that yogurt delivers health benefits. The fermentation creates health-promoting compounds that may help reduce blood pressure, enhance the immune system, and act as an antioxidant and an anti-inflammatory agent, says research.

Do try this recipe and let us know how it turned out to be.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Greek yoghurt or Hung Curd
  • One small onion
  • Few curry leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • salt as required
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon asafoetida
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds

Method

  1. Step 1 – Pour curd in a large bowl and whisk properly. Add salt as per taste and whisk well. Now add cumin powder and mix well.
  2. Step 2 – Prepare the tempering Heat oil in a pan. Now add asafoetida, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, curry leaves and sauté for a minute. And add chopped onion, sauté it till translucent.
  3. Step 3 – Pour the tempering on the whisked curd, give a gentle mix and serve. Pair up with Keto Pakora, Keto Dosa, keto roti and enjoy.

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