The One Metabolism-Boosting Topping You Should Put On EVERYTHING For Weight Loss

Salsa Rojo Recipe

What You'll Need:

-1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

-1 cup diced onion

-2 medium chile peppers, such as poblano, New Mexico or Anaheim, diced

-2 cloves garlic, minced

-1 1/2 pounds tomatoes, diced (about 4 1/2 cups)

-1 tablespoon ancho chili powder, or chili powder

-1 teaspoon ground cumin

-1 teaspoon salt

-¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste

-¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

-2 tablespoons lime juice

Full Recipe: Eating Well

Salsa is a very versatile topping--you really can put it on practically anything. From eggs to meat to salads, salsa is a delicious addition to any dish.

Why It Works

This low-calorie topping is a great way to give your metabolism a boost because the recipe is full of spicy ingredients. Specifically, chile peppers contain a compound called capsaicin that can speed up your metabolism.

With that in mind, if you are looking to incorporate more weight loss friendly recipes into your regular diet, try mixing up this salsa.