Vegetarian recipes to weight loss

Purifying properties of fruits and vegetables and their low calorie make them ideal for weight loss.

Do not refuse to go hungry, really, I can't stand those diets of artist that I should spend the day nibbling celery sticks and taking juice without sugar. And the truth is that I need to lose weight, not only because aesthetics if but also because it is very important to my health. Being overweight is one of the main triggers for diseases such as diabetes mellitus and hypertension, causes tiredness, lack of air, problems in the spine, knees and ankles and even increases the risk of malignant tumors.

As well I have found a solution! If you, like me, are willing to lose such weight more enjoying of delicious flavours continue reading. In this article you can find ideal vegetarian recipes for weight loss.

Why do I prefer vegetables?

The vegetables and fruits are characterized by their high content of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Its purifying properties and its low amount of calories make them ideal for weight loss. They have been identified as potent natural antioxidants vitamins E and C, carotenoids, trace minerals such as selenium and zinc and phytochemicals like polyphenols and flavonoids. Should consume between 600 and 800 grams of fruits and vegetables a day throughout the year according to the World Health Organization.

Ideal for weight loss vegetarian recipes

Recipe #1-two purifying juice

Start your morning light with one of these purifying juice and clean. Drink always on an empty stomach and feel like you lose weight.

Pineapple citrus

Ingredients

• 3 slices of pineapple
• 1 Tangerine
• 2 oranges

Preparation
Cut two slices of pineapple into small pieces and peel the oranges and tangerines. Processed in the juicer or blender. Serve immediately and garnish your glass with the remaining slice. What a treat!

Mixing sewage par excellence

Ingredients

• 3 carrots
• 2 blocks
• 2 stalks of celery

Preparation
Wash and chop the fruits and vegetables. Spend it all by the extractor and immediately serves this tasty juice.

Recipe #2 - magical soup

Nothing like this wonderful soup to eliminate the weight of most, the diuretic properties of celery combined with cabbage, tomatoes, carrots and Chard and make this recipe in a magical way to lose weight. You can take it as a starter for your meals, followed by a hearty salad of fruits and vegetables.

Ingredients

• 2 liters of water
• 1/2 celery
• 2 onions
• 3 turnips
• 1 medium cabbage
• 5 leeks
• 6 tomatoes
• 2 carrots
• 1 green pepper
• 1/4 kg of chard
• Salt to taste

Preparation

Wash and cut all the vegetables. Heat the two liters of water over high heat and when the boil add the vegetables and cook for 20 minutes. Add salt, pepper, turmeric and if want you a cube of broth to enhance the flavor. Let the soup boil 20 minutes more and serve hot.

Recipe #3 - cauliflower cream

Delicious cauliflower contains selenium, vitamin C and glucosilonatos in large amount. The latter, to be metabolized by the microbial flora of the colon, giving rise to by-products which help to detoxify the body.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped coarse
• 6-8 chopped chives
• 1 clove garlic, minced fine
• 1 stalk of celery chopped
• 2 medium cauliflowers
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon curry powder
• a pinch of ground black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon of dried Basil
• 1 teaspoon dried Marjoram
• 6 cups water
• 2 tablespoons of white miso

Preparation

 Remove the central trunk to cauliflowers and chop them. Heat oil in a pot and sauté the onion, chives and garlic when the onions are transparent add celery and cauliflower. Add seasonings, mixing well to combine and cook uncovered and simmer for a few minutes and stirring often. Add the water and the miso and, when the boil, cover the pot and let it cook for 15 minutes or until the cauliflower is tender. Uncover, let cool a little and pass everything through the Blender in small portions until a soft and creamy puree forms. Enjoy it.

Recipe #4 - orange salad with olives

Already know the good properties of citrus against overweight, this recipe is combined with the peculiar olive flavor resulting in a unique and delicious salad.

Ingredients

• 6 large oranges, peeled and cut into thin slices
• 1/3 cup of olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 cup olives black
• Salt to taste

Preparation

Peel the oranges, cut into thin slices and place them decorative form in a source. It distributes olives so make a nice contrast. Mix olive oil, pepper, turmeric, thyme and salt and drizzle the salad with this dressing. He served at room temperature and enjoy.

Recipe #5 - fresh vegetable juice

This is one of those energizing juices that decrease your appetite and you filled with nutrients. You can take it 10 minutes before lunch or meal.

Ingredients

• 8 large carrots
• 1 stalk celery
• ¼ small beet
• 1 medium tomato
• 1 small, red or green pepper
• 1 small handful of fresh parsley or spinach

Preparation

Cut carrot ends, because they are bitter and remove the celery leaves. Wash all the vegetables well and pass them through juice extractor. Serve it to acabadito.

Recipe #6 - energy salad

Radiant and satisfied you will be after eating this salad, the freshness of the vegetables, the seed protein and its purifying properties will drag the fat out of you forever.

Ingredients

• 3 cups of lettuce
• 1 cup of chopped raw spinach
• 1 small cucumber
• 2 cups of sprouts of soybeans, alfalfa, lentils or other seeds
• Any raw vegetables you want to add (carrot, celery, mushroom, red or white cabbage, radish, beet, Zucchini, cauliflower, broccoli or any other)
• 1 avocado
• ½ Cup beans
• 1 clove garlic, crushed party
• 3 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
• ¼ TSP. salt
• a pinch of ground black pepper

Preparation

Wash and dry the lettuce and cut into small pieces. Peel and cut into slices cucumber and avocado. Combine all vegetables in a source giving an artistic touch. Prepare a light dressing by mixing the garlic, oil, juice of lemon, salt and pepper in a cup and let the mixture stand for 15 minutes. It bathes the salad with the dressing. It eats up a lot.

Recipe #7 - Vegetable Lasagna

If you want to embark on an adventure of flavors this is your recipe. Replaces your lunch with this lasagna and let yourself go. As you can see, is can lose weight the fun way.

Ingredients

• 250 grams of pasta for lasagne sheets
• 4 tablespoons of oil
• 1 minced onion
• 2 chopped zucchini
• 500 grams of chopped tomatoes
• 1 Eggplant
• 1 tbsp. ground oregano
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup vegetable stock
• 1 cup milk
• 3 tablespoons grated gruyere cheese
• 5 chopped walnuts
• 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the onion until transparent. Add vegetables and simmer for 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, add the oregano and stir well. You turn off the heat and drain excess liquid.
In separate pan heat butter, Add flour and stir a few minutes with the spoon. It incorporates the vegetable broth and milk. Cooking over low heat, stirring, until you get a clear béchamel sauce. Season with salt and pepper and reserve.
Cooking the pasta in water with salt, when to the give you cool it in cold water. Prepare lasagna in a mold alternating layers of pasta, béchamel sauce and vegetables. Sprinkle the last layer of pasta with cheese, nuts and coriander. Enter the lasagna in the preheated oven at medium heat until it is golden brown.

A few final tips

Now you know the delights that you can do in your kitchen with fruits and vegetables. If you eat them daily you will be able to lose weight while enjoying the pleasures of the table. And to make your system more effective here some tips will you:

1. You need to take two or more litres of water a day. The water is wonderful for activating blood circulation, eliminate toxins and keep you hydrated.
2. Avoid the use of alcohol and tobacco, they are bad habits for your health.
3. Physical exercises on a daily basis, whether it be walking, running, doing aerobics, the important thing is to keep your body moving.
4. It avoids excess fat in meals as well as sweets and refined flour as they are harmful to you.
5. He prefers the comprehensive and low-calorie foods.

Following these tips, you will have a healthy lifestyle and proper weight.

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