5 Calorie-Burning Crock Pot Recipes You Should Make This Week For Weight Loss

Sticking to your weight loss plan can be a chore, especially during busy weeks. Put your slow cooker to work! These calories burning recipes are delicious, and best of all, easy to make.

Smoky Black Beans with Collard Greens

Getting your greens is easy with this delicious slow cooker meal. The black beans are pre-soaked and cooked with a smokey ham hock and served over lemon-curry collard greens. This healthy dinner is super-satisfying and waistline-friendly.

You’ll need:

Fried black beansSmoked ham hockOnionGarlic, mincedBay leavesSaltGround cuminGround pepperWaterOrangeCoconut milkWaterMadras curry powderTurmericCollard greens

Butternut Squash Soup

Creamy soups are the perfect solution for a chilly day. This soup has carrots, sweet potatoes and butternut squash for fiber and vitamin A. It also features white cannellini beans to help boost protein but also to add creaminess without the use of dairy. It’s vegetarian and vegan-friendly and perfect for Meatless Mondays.

You’ll Need:

Olive oilOnionVeggie brothButternut squashSweet potatoCarrotsCannellini beansSalt

Lasagna with Zucchini and Eggplant

Yes, your slow cooker can make lasagna! It’s better than the traditional method because you don’t have to pre-boil noodles or need to make neat layers. The vegetarian version features a myriad of flavorful vegetables that are good for the body and will satisfy your taste buds.

You’ll need:

Olive oilMediumZucchiniEggplantCorn, kernels removedCherry tomatoesGarlicSaltRed pepper flakesCanned tomato sauceLasagna noodlesMozzarella cheeseParmesan cheesePanko breadcrumbsBasil

Coconut Chickpea Curry

This budget-friendly recipe features hearty chickpeas as its star ingredient. If you love Indian takeout, you’re going to enjoy this healthy makeover. The dish is fully flavored without a ton of calories.

You’ll need:

ChickpeasOnionGarlicTomato sauceTomato pasteCoconut milkFrozen peasHoneyCurry powderSaltRed pepper

Lemon Garlic Chicken

Sometimes you need a good, basic recipe to get you through the week. This recipe is a perfect foundation protein that can be paired with almost any type of vegetables or grains to make a complete meal.

You’ll need:

OreganoSaltBlack pepperChicken breastsButterWaterFresh lemon juiceGarlicChicken bouillonParsley