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Finding quick and delicious meals that you actually enjoy eating is one of the best ways to achieve the weight loss results you’ve been looking for. A healthy diet doesn’t have to be boring, nor does it have to skimp on the flavors that make cooking exciting. Below, we rounded up the six most delicious slow cooker soups for you to try this month for effortless weight loss by spring. A well balanced lifestyle is so much more than the meals you eat, but it’s certainly a good place to start!
Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup
This meal is great for the transition from winter into spring and will keep you warm and satisfied even on cooler nights. With a delicious variety of vegetables and plant based protein, this hearty dish will keep you full as you work to lose weight.
Ingredients: Olive oil, carrots, yellow onion, celery hearts, garlic, diced tomatoes, white potato, savoy cabbage, zucchini, garbanzo beans, red kidney beans, white beans, dried basil, dried oregano, fresh parsley, parmesan cheese, bay leaf, water, vegetable stock, sea salt, black pepper
Creamy Hungarian Mushroom Soup
This delicious vegan soup is surprisingly creamy and satisfying without an ounce of dairy. Packed with veggies and a robust flavor, this soup is nutrient dense and great for easy weight loss without the effort.
Ingredients: Plant based butter, onions, fresh mushroom, dry white wine, dried dill weed, hot paprika, coconut aminos, vegetable broth, non dairy milk, arrowroot flour, kosher salt, black pepper, lemon juice, chopped fresh parsley, full fat coconut milk
Healthy Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup
Lasagna is a fan favorite Italian dish but not one which is often associated with weight loss. However, this soup version combines a variety of healthy carbs, protein and fats to create a well rounded dinner perfect for fulfilling your pasta cravings while nourishing your body.
Ingredients: Lean ground beef, onion, garlic cloves, canned crushed tomatoes, marinara sauce, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, whole wheat lasagna noodles, zucchini, fresh spinach, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper
Chicken Pot Pie Soup
Chicken is one of the best sources of lean protein, making it a staple in most diets for weight loss. This dish is dairy and gluten free so it shouldn’t cause any uncomfortable digestive issues, and it offers a rich and creamy taste while still being a healthy choice.
Ingredients: Olive oil, chicken breast, celery, carrots, onion, garlic, yukon gold potatoes, pepper, salt, chicken broth, parsley, almond milk
Turkey Sausage With Barley Soup
This light soup is ideal for the transitioning seasons, and packed with protein and vegetables, it is great for healthy weight loss. Kale is rich in antioxidants and turkey sausage is another valuable protein source that is relatively low in fat, making this soup a nourishing, easy meal to turn to on lazy nights.
Ingredients: Turkey sausage, onion, carrot, pearl barley, chicken broth, kosher salt, ground black pepper, petite diced tomatoes, tomato paste, kale
Stuffed Pepper Soup
Stuffed peppers are a fun variation on taco night on their own, but in soup form it becomes even easier to create a healthy and delicious dinner without the hassle. With complex carbs, protein, and ample veggies, this meal will soon become a weekday staple. Make extra so you can save the leftovers to eat throughout the week--meal prepping is a great hack for losing weight without any added thought.
Ingredients: Extra lean ground beef, onion, diced tomatoes, green and red pepper, tomato sauce, beef broth, dried basil, dried oregano, brown rice
