Learn how to prepare delicious, low-calorie dishes
Salads are powerful allies for those who want to lose weight in a healthy way. In addition to generating satiety, they provide essential nutrients for the body to function properly. If prepared correctly, they can be very tasty. Check out some recipes below to help you lose weight!
Lentils Salad
ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Lentil
- 2 seeded and chopped tomatoes
- 1 cucumber chopped
- 1 red chilli chopped
- 1 red onion chopped
- 1/4 bunch lettuce, sliced
- 1/4 bunch of chicory, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon juice
- Salt, ground black pepper and oregano to taste
- Waterfall
Preparation method
Leave the lentils to soak in a container of water for 8 hours. After this period, drain it and wash it under running water. In a pan, cover the lentils with water. Place over medium heat and cook for 15 minutes, adding salt. Turn off the heat, drain the water and set the lentils aside. Place all the vegetables and lentils in a container. Mix well and season with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper and oregano. Serve immediately.
Chicken salad
ingredients
- two chicken breast dice
- 200g sliced lettuce
- 10 g of cherry tomatoes cut in half
- 100 g of cucumber cut into slices
- 120 g of white cheese cut into cubes
- Olive oil, salt and lemon juice to taste
- Water for cooking
Preparation method
In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and brown the chicken. Season with salt. In a salad bowl, mix the chicken breast cubes with the other ingredients. Season with salt, lemon juice, olive oil and serve immediately.
Green leaf salad
ingredients
- 1 1/2 bunch beetroot leaves
- 1 bunch of chopped coriander
- 1 bunch of chopped parsley
- 1 pack of mint chopped
- 1 cup arugula leaves
- 1/2 red onion sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
Preparation method
Place the beetroot leaves, parsley, mint, rocket and red onion in a salad bowl. Season the salad with olive oil, lemon juice, salt and black pepper. Mix well and serve later.
Green salad with eggs
ingredients
- Pulp 2 avocado sliced
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cucumber cut into half moons
- 1 lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon of low-fat natural yogurt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, oregano and ground black pepper to taste
- Water and ice
Preparation method
In a pan, cover the eggs with water and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes. After this period, turn off the heat, remove the eggs from the pan and place them in a bowl with water and ice for a few seconds. Shell the eggs, cut them into pieces and set them aside. In another pan, cover the broccoli florets with water and cook over medium heat for 15 minutes. Turn off the heat, drain the water and set aside. In a container, place the avocados, eggs, broccoli and cucumber. Season the salad with lemon juice, olive oil, yogurt, salt, oregano and black pepper. Mix gently and serve later.
Quinoa and vegetable salad
ingredients
- 1 cup of tea Quinoa cooked
- 1 cucumber cut into cubes
- 1 red pepper cut into strips
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes cut in half
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
Preparation method
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cucumber, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well. Serve immediately.
Tuna salad with white beans
ingredients
- 340 g of drained whole natural tuna
- 200 g of white beans cooked without broth
- 1 cucumber cut into cubes
- 1/2 red onion chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt, oregano and ground black pepper to taste
Preparation method
In a large bowl, mix the tuna, bean-white, cucumber, red onion and parsley. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, oregano, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well. Serve immediately.
Source: Terra
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