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Summer’s here and it’s time to shake the quarantine weight off. Don’t worry—that doesn’t mean you have to sweat over a hot stove. Nope! Put your slow cooker to work and whip up one of these belly-flattening meals.
This recipe uses a short cut to ensure you spend less time in the kitchen. Premade vegetarian meatballs cuts the prep time in half. It’s full of sweet and tangy flavors that will make this meal a weekly favorite. Serve with cauliflower rice, lettuce, or on top of Asian slaw.
You’ll need:
Frozen vegetarian meatballs
Hoisin sauce
Low sodium soy sauce
Honey
Rice vinegar
Garlic cloves
Ginger minced
Green onions
Cilantro
This soup is packed with tantalizing Thai flavors such as curry paste, coconut milk, fresh ginger, and lime. Not only is it delicious and waist-friendly, but there’s also minimal prep work to get this dish going.
You’ll need:
Red curry paste
Coconut milk
Chicken stock
Fish sauce
Brown sugar
Peanut butter
Chicken breasts
Red bell pepper
Onion
Fresh ginger
Frozen peas
Lime juice
Cooked white rice
Fresh cilantro
This dish uses only five ingredients. That doesn’t mean it’s short on flavor! It’s a little bit sweet, a whole lotta spicy and won’t wreck your diet. Serve with brown rice or in a lettuce wrap.
You’ll need:
Boneless, skinless chicken breast
Tamari
Honey
Sriracha
Garlic
Cornstarch
If Mexican takeout has been on your “no” list due to dieting, you are in luck. This paleo-friendly meal is packed with protein, flavor, and healthy fats. Eat it with a dollop of sour cream or with corn tortillas on the side.
You’ll need:
Tomatillos
Poblano or Anaheim peppers
Jalapeños
Garlic cloves
Diced green chiles
Cilantro
Lime
Ground cumin
Dried oregano
Salt
Ground black pepper
Low-sodium chicken broth
Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
Yellow onion
