Losing weight and keeping the pounds off isn’t an easy process, but a few simple diet recipes can be a big help to you. To maintain a normal weight it is important to eat lots of protein, fiber, and healthy carbs, that boost your metabolism and keep you feeling full all day long.
One of the best recipes that includes weight-loss ingredients and keeps you energized is the energy-revving quinoa.
Energy-Revving Quinoa Recipe
(1 serving)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/3 cup canned low-sodium black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 small tomato (chopped)
- 1 scallion (sliced)
- 1 tsp. olive oil
- 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
Preparation:
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl to combine.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 337; Fat: 8.2g; Sat fat: 1.1g; Protein: 14g; Carbs: 53g; Fiber: 9g; Cholesterol: 0.0mg; Iron: 4mg; Sodium: 165mg; Calcium: 88mg.