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Creating a diet conducive to weight loss means finding nutrient dense recipes that will keep you full and satisfied without depriving you of important vitamins or leaving you hungry shortly after eating. Cooking can often seem like it will take up a large chunk of time, which may put you off from making healthy recipes for yourself. However, there are many options out there which take very little effort to come together and are packed with healthy and filling ingredients to satisfy your cravings and allow you achieve weight loss in a sustainable way.
Soups are typically quick and easy to prepare as well as make for great leftovers so you can eat well throughout the week with only one day of prep work. This spring, if you want to improve your diet so you can look and feel your best, these are the three fat blasting soups you should be making to add valuable nutrients to your diet.
Greek Lemon Chicken Soup
Packed with healthy fats and protein, this recipe is the light spring meal you didn’t know you needed for effortless weight loss. Chicken is one protein source which has been known to help boost your metabolism, increasing fat burn in the body and making it easier to lose weight, and with ample veggies you’ll feel full and satisfied long after eating. Low-carb and with a fantastic variety of macronutrients, this lemon chicken soup is the perfect spring staple.
Ingredients: Olive oil, yellow onion, garlic, carrot, cauliflower, chicken broth, shredded chicken, dried dill, parsley, salt, black pepper, egg yolks, lemon juice, kale
Instant Pot Thai Red Curry Sweet Potato Soup
For a spicier kick to your evening cooking, this curry inspired soup is the recipe for you. Foods with a little spice have been proven to increase your metabolism, so it may be worth boosting your spice tolerance if you’re working towards weight loss this spring. Completely vegan with ample plant-based protein, this creamy and delicious recipe is great for nights when you’re feeling particularly hungry and want something warm and satisfying to eliminate cravings.
Ingredients: Scallions, garlic, ginger, sweet potatoes, plum tomatoes, red curry paste, red lentils, vegetable broth, kosher salt, tamari, reduced-fat coconut milk, lime juice, agave nectar, cilantro
Moroccan Lentil Soup
Loaded with vegetables and plant-based protein, this lentil soup is a wonderful anti-inflammatory addition to your weekly recipe lineup. Root vegetables will help to keep you full for hours after eating, and a variety of beans will also increase satiety while fueling your muscles and giving you energy throughout the remainder of your day. For weight loss, it’s important to find recipes which will encourage you to curb snacking, and this soup is great for easily maintaining the calorie deficit needed for weight loss.
Ingredients: Olive oil, onion, tomato, ginger, garlic, celery, carrot, black pepper, turmeric, cumin, red chili pepper flakes, cinnamon, red lentils, chickpeas, concentrated stock, salt, lemon juice, cilantro
