Weight Loss Recipes You Need!

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30WEIGHT LOSS RECIPESYOU NEED!

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CONTENTS Welcome letter.5Healthy Tips You're not alone.6How to make healthy eating simple.6Common Issues Lack of time.8Expense.8Too restrictive.9Time-Saving Recipes Chicken Satay Tacos.11Pizza Pockets. 12Zucchini Noodle Bolognese. 13Minute Steak Sourdough Sandwich.14Beef Greek Salad. 15One-Pan Chicken BLT Salad.16Chicken & Peanut Sesame Noodles. 17Chili Coconut Shrimp.18Chicken Patties & Veggies.19Salmon with Avocado & Corn Salsa.20

Savory & Sweet Treats Money-Saving Recipes French Salad Open Faced Sandwich. 22Chicken & Pesto Burger withSweet Potato Fries. 23Fish & Slaw Burritos. 24Pineapple & Bacon Breakfast Sandwich. 25Tuna, Roast Pumpkin & BrownRice Salad. 26Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry. 27Beef Rendang & Rice. 28Chicken & Spinach Pasta. 29Green Mac & Cheese.30Chili Chicken Drumsticks with Slaw. 31Microwave Sweet Potato Chips. 33Pizza Rolls. 34Cheesy Broccoli & Egg Muffins. 35Pork & Basil Sausage Rolls. 36“Snickers” Protein Balls. 37Cherry Chocolate Bites.38Low-Carb Chocolate PeanutButter Cups. 39Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip.40No Bake Raspberry Chocolate Cheesecake.41Homemade Chocolate “Ice Cream”.42

WELCOMEto the 30 Weight Loss RecipesYou Need Cookbook!Whether you’re just starting out on your weight loss journey or wantingto maintain your healthy lifestyle, making things as simple as possible isone of the keys to success. You need healthy meals that are simple toprepare with easy to access ingredients. We’ve put together thiscookbook to help make healthy, family-friendly cooking for weight lossa lot easier.Inside you will find 30 super-simple, healthy and delicious recipes.There are a variety of budget-friendly and time-saving recipes to suitbreakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. PLUS we’ve included awesomehints and tips on sticking to your resolution to get healthy, as well assimple tricks for amazing meal prep using everyday, budget ingredientsthat are easy to find.We hope you love the delicious meals we’ve chosen and they helpyou stay motivated and on the path to a happier, healthier you.Rhianand The Healthy Mommy team30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED5

HEALTHY TIPSWhen following a healthy eating plan.YOU'RE NOT ALONEThe most common resolutions at this time of year are related to weight lossand healthy eating. What a positive way to head into a new year, focusedon a happier, healthier lifestyle!And yet, despite their best intentions, only around 8% of people stick totheir New Year's resolutions. Often that's because they lack support or feellike they have to go it alone.This recipe book is here to help turn that trend around. It’s packed witheffective tools, great recipes and budgeting tips to help you meet yourhealthy eating goals.Together we can make 2020 your happiest, healthiest year yet!HOW TO MAKE HEALTHYEATING SIMPLEThese simple tips are easy to introduce to your everyday routine. They'reso straightforward that you might be surprised at what a big differencesuch little changes can make to your weight loss and healthy eating goals!REDUCE YOUR PORTION SIZESStick to fist-sized portions of protein, and make sure your plate is at least70% vegetables or salad. If you’re eating packaged foods, check the labelfor the correct portion size and weigh it out until you get used to thelook of how much is enough for your plate.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED6

EAT LESS, MORE OFTENThis tip can work really well if you worry about getting hungry. Split theapproved portions into, for example, six small meals instead of threelarge ones for each day – you’ll stay full without exceeding the approvedportion size.DON’T SKIP BREAKFASTWhile this can seem like a great way to cut out a meal, lots of people findthat they actually get much hungrier later in the day if they don’t start witha protein-based, healthy breakfast.GET YOUR FRIENDS TO JOIN YOUThe Healthy Mommy difference is summed up by our friendly, judgementfree online community. Find thousands of like-minded moms, great tips andhints, and make new friends on your journey to healthy living.JOIN THE 28 DAY WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGEGive your new year a kickstart with The Healthy Mommy app. It's packedwith recipes, tips, budgeting help and easy exercises, delivered straightto your hand on our easy-to-understand app.SNACK ON NUTS OR VEGGIESSnacking isn’t a dirty word! Just make sure you keep to small portions andchoose unsalted nuts or veggies as your go-to snacks.MAKE FRIENDS WITH PROTEINThis is the key food group to keep you feeling fuller for longer. It’s foundin lean meat, fish, soy products like tofu, dairy and nuts.GO EASY ON THE ALCOHOL AND SOFT DRINKSThese contain lots of sugar and processed ingredients, so are a sure-fireway to lose track of your health and weight-loss goals.DRINK LOTS OF WATERMake sure you’re getting your eight glasses of water every day. It won’t justkeep you hydrated – it’ll also help you feel full, and give your skin a lovelydewy look!30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED7

COMMON ISSUESWhen following a healthy eating plan.1. LACK OF TIMEIf you think it could be tricky to fit in meal prep, shopping and newroutines, remember these super-simple tips: PLAN AHEAD: Make lists of the ingredients you need, and set asidetime to prep so you have a stress-free week, every week. PREP YOUR MEALS: Ensure you have plenty of containers ready tostore your healthy meals. SAVE TIME: Have a Healthy Mommy meal-replacement smoothie.2. EXPENSEWorried that it’s going to be tough to eat healthily on a budget? These toptips will banish your blues and help you save while you stay healthy! BUY IN SEASON: Look for the fruit and veggies that are cheapest – thesewill be what’s in season, so base your recipes on those to save money.For example, stone fruits are great in summer and root veggies are perfectfor winter. CHOOSE OWN BRANDS: All major retailers have an own brand, whichis usually the same quality as the more expensive options. Keep an eyeout for them, read labels and get great at comparing contents so you candiscover where to make the switch and save! BULK BUY: Stock up when things are on sale. TRY PLANT-BASED PROTEIN: These can be a new and different way to fillyour stomach and bulk out your cooking! Try lentils, edamame, kidney orblack beans as a starter. KEEP AN ORGANISED FRIDGE AND PANTRY: If you keep a close eye onthe contents, and make sure you’re meal prepping, you won’t let foodexpire or to waste.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED8

3. TOO RESTRICTIVEA very common struggle with new lifestyle changes can be dietsthat are way too much of a change all at once, leading to struggles infollowing strict rules. This can make you feel like you’re failing, and itcan be so tempting to make unhealthy decisions on the back of this.Use these solutions and you’ll sail through your new lifestyle with ease! EAT HEALTHY SWEET TREATS: Protein balls with cacao, a single date,a piece of fruit. There’s no reason to ignore your sweet tooth, as long asyou make healthy decisions around the treats you choose.Mini Snickers Bitesfrom the 28 DayWeight LossChallenge DON’T FOCUS TOO MUCH ON CALORIES: A narrow focus on caloriecounting can mean you feel like you’ve failed if you eat more than a setamount. This is a short-term approach. To maintain your healthy changesin the long term, shift your focus to overall healthy eating. DON’T BE TOO HARD ON YOURSELF: If you lapse on one day it’s okay!No one is perfect, and it’s unrealistic to expect yourself to be. Long-termhealthy eating is all about balance.Snickers Slicefrom the 28 DayWeight LossChallenge30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED9

TIME-SAVING RECIPESDon't let lack of time be your reason for giving up on your resolutions; this selection of recipesare healthy, nutritious and most importantly can be on the table in 15 minutes or less.

SERVES 1 PREP TIME 5 MINS COOK TIME 10 MINS ENERGY: 328CAL (1373KJ) PROTEIN: 27.9G FAT: 13.6G SATURATED FAT: 4.15G FIBER: 4.1G CARBS: 21.4G TOTAL SUGAR: 3.7G FREE SUGAR: 1.8Gs direct froipemChicken Satay Tacosrec15 MINSwith 1000 recipesIngredients cooking oil spray 1 & 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped 6 stalks celery, thinly sliced 1.25 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast 3 tbsp peanut butter 1 & 1/2 tbsp sweet chili sauce 3 tsp soy sauce, low-sodium 18 hard taco shells 6 cups mixed lettuce leaves 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, choppedMethod1. Spray a saucepan with oil and place over a low heat.Add peppers and celery and cook until softened.2. Dice chicken and add to the pan. Cook for another 4-5minutes until browned and almost cooked through.3. Stir through peanut butter, chili sauce and soy sauce. Cookfor another 2 minutes until well combined and chicken iscooked through.4. Heat the taco shells according to package directions.5. Divide salad leaves between taco shells and top with sataychicken mix and garnish with cilantro leaves to serve.NOTE: ‘Free sugars’ mentioned in our recipes are those which have been added to foods during processing,cooking and preparation, while naturally occuring sugars are found within whole foods such as fruits andcome with the additional benefits of a range of other nutrents such as vitamins, minerals and fiber insubstantial amounts.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED11

SERVES 4 PREP TIME 3 MINS COOK TIME 7 MINS ENERGY: 417CAL (1755KJ) PROTEIN: 19.5G FAT: 22G SATURATED FAT: 10G FIBER: 4.8G CARBS: 33.3G TOTAL SUGAR: 3.3G FREE SUGAR: 0Gs direct froipemPizza Pocketsrec10MINSwith 1000 recipesIngredients 4 medium whole wheat pita bread 8 slice pepperoni 2 tomato, sliced 2/3 cup reduced-fat feta, crumbled 2 & 2/3 tbsp fresh basil leaves, chopped 1 tsp cayenne pepperMethod1. Preheat oven to 400ºF.2. Halve pita breads and open pockets with a knife.3. Divide each pocket half evenly with pepperoni, tomato, fetaand basil leaves. Sprinkle with cayenne pepper.4. Place on a lined baking tray and bake in oven for 5-7 minutesuntil warmed through.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED12

SERVES 4 PREP TIME 5 MINS COOK TIME 10 MINS ENERGY: 322CAL (1355KJ) PROTEIN: 8.4G FAT: 30.7G SATURATED FAT: 10.5G FIBER: 5.1G CARBS: 5.5G TOTAL SUGAR: 3.2G FREE SUGAR: 0Gs direct froipemZucchini Noodle Bologneserec15 MINSwith 1000 recipesIngredients 4 zucchini 0.75 lb lean ground beef 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 yellow onion, finely diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 cup crushed tomatoes, canned salt pepper 2 tbsp grated parmesanMethod1. Use a spiralizer to slice the zucchini into noodles or peel intoribbons and then slice into long noodles. Heat a pot of wateron the stove until boiling.2. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add onionsand garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes or until onion is translucent.Add beef and brown, using a wooden spoon to break upany lumps.3. Add dried herbs and crushed tomatoes and simmer for3-4 minutes or until beef is cooked through. Season with saltand pepper.4. While sauce is cooking add zucchini noodles to boiling waterand cook for 1 minute or until just tender. Drain and place ina serving bowl. Top with sauce and a sprinkle of Parmesanto serve.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED13

SERVES 4 PREP TIME 5 MINS COOK TIME 8 MINS ENERGY: 434CAL (1824KJ) PROTEIN: 35.2G FAT: 14.3G SATURATED FAT: 4.3G FIBER: 5.2G CARBS: 38.4G TOTAL SUGAR: 4.1G FREE SUGAR: 2.1Gs direct froipemMinute Steak Sourdough Sandwichrec13 MINSwith 1000 recipesIngredients 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 red onion, finely diced 0.75 lb cube steak, lean salt pepper 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 8 slices wholegrain sourdough bread 2 cups baby spinach 2 tomato, slicedMethod1. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add onion andcook for 5-7 minutes until very tender and almost caramelized.2. Season steak with salt and pepper, push onions to side of panand add steak. Cook for approximately 30 seconds on eachside or until cooked to your liking.3. Toast bread and top one slice with baby spinach and tomatoslices. Add steak and spread with mustard. Top with onionsand remaining slice of bread to serve.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED14

SERVES 1 PREP TIME 5 MINS COOK TIME 10 MINS ENERGY: 318CAL (1338KJ) PROTEIN: 27.5G FAT: 16G SATURATED FAT: 5G FIBER: 3G CARBS: 14G TOTAL SUGAR: 13.8G FREE SUGAR: 0Gs direct froipemBeef Greek Saladrec15 MINSwith 1000 recipesIngredients 0.25 lb lean beef steak salt pepper 1 tbsp reduced-fat feta, crumbled 1/2 cucumber, diced 1 tomato, diced 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp balsamic vinegarMethod1. Season beef with salt and pepper.2. Lightly spray a frying pan with cooking oil and cook beef overmedium-high heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until cookedto your liking. Set aside to rest, then slice.3. Combine feta, cucumber, tomato, olives, oil and balsamic vinegar.4. Top with slices of beef to serve.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED15

SERVES 4 PREP TIME 5 MINS COOK TIME 10 MINS ENERGY: 361CAL (1516KJ) PROTEIN: 35.5G FAT: 16.9G SATURATED FAT: 5.3G FIBER: 5.9G CARBS: 13.4G TOTAL SUGAR: 4.7G FREE SUGAR: 0Gs direct froipemOne-Pan Chicken BLT Saladrec15 MINSwith 1000 recipesIngredients 0.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed 4 bacon slices, lean & trimmed 4 cups arugula 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped 2 tomato, chopped 1 red onion, sliced 2 tbsp lemon juice 1/3 cup grated parmesan 2 slices whole wheat sourdough breadMethod1. Dice chicken into bite size pieces. Combine arugula, basil, parsley,tomato and onion in a serving bowl.2. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for1 minute. Add chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes or until brownedall over. Remove chicken and place on salad.3. Roughly chop the bread and bacon and add to pan, toss well andcook for 4-5 minutes or until bacon is crispy and bread is golden.4. Add bacon and bread to chicken and salad and toss well tocombine.5. Dress with lemon juice and sprinkle over Parmesan to serve.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED16

SERVES 4 PREP TIME 5 MINS COOK TIME 7 MINS ENERGY: 337CAL (1408KJ) PROTEIN: 21G FAT: 17G SATURATED FAT: 3.3G FIBER: 4.1G CARBS: 22G TOTAL SUGAR: 2.2G FREE SUGAR: 0.1Gs direct froipemChicken & Peanut Sesame Noodlesrec12 MINSwith 1000 recipesIngredients 4 oz soba noodles 1 tbsp sesame oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tsp fresh ginger, minced 0.75 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast 1/3 cup peanut butter 1 tbsp soy sauce, low-sodium 4 cups baby spinach 4 green onion, chopped 1 tbsp sesame seedsMethod1. Prepare soba noodles according to package directions.2. Heat the sesame oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.Add the garlic and ginger. Saute for 30 seconds.3. Slice the chicken and add to the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutesto brown on all sides.4. Add the peanut butter and soy sauce and stir to combine.Add a little water to make a sauce that coats the chicken.Cook for a further 3-4 minutes or until chicken iscooked through.5. Add drained noodles to the pan and toss to combineall ingredients.6. Place baby spinach in a serving bowl and top with chicken andsoba noodles. Sprinkle with chopped green onion and sesameseeds to serve.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED17

SERVES 4 PREP TIME 5 MINS COOK TIME 8 MINS ENERGY: 378CAL (1587KJ) PROTEIN: 38G FAT: 13.5G SATURATED FAT: 5G FIBER: 5G CARBS: 22G TOTAL SUGAR: 5.5G FREE SUGAR: 0Gs direct froipemChili & Coconut Shrimprec13 MINSwith 1000 recipesIngredients cooking oil spray 2 medium carrot, grated 4 cloves garlic, crushed 1/3 cup cashew nuts, unsalted, chopped 2 tsp chili paste 1 tbsp fresh lemongrass, sliced 1 cup reduced-fat/lite coconut milk 1.25 lb shrimp, raw, shelled 8 oz Hokkien or other rice flour noodle 4 baby bok choy 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, choppedMethod1. Prepare noodles according to package directions. Trim thebok choy.2. Lightly spray a frying pan or wok with cooking oil overmedium-high heat.3. Add carrot and garlic and stir fry for 1-2 minutes. Add thechili paste and lemongrass and stir fry for another minute.4. Add coconut milk and bring to the boil, then add shrimpand bok choy and stir fry for another 2-3 minutes untilshrimp are cooked through, and bok choy has wilted.5. Serve on noodles topped with fresh cilantro and cashews.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED18

SERVES 4 PREP TIME 5 MINS COOK TIME 10 MINS ENERGY: 421CAL (1768KJ) PROTEIN: 26.5G FAT: 27G SATURATED FAT: 5G FIBER: 7.4G CARBS: 15G TOTAL SUGAR: 3.6G FREE SUGAR: 0Gs direct froipemChicken Patties & Veggiesrec15 MINSwith 1000 recipesIngredients 1 lb lean ground chicken 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 green onion, chopped 1/2 tsp dried chili flakes 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 cups broccoli 2 medium carrot, sliced 2 cups green beans, trimmedMethod1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, garlic, onion andchili flakes.2. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Form chicken mixinto two patties per serve, flatten slightly and cook for 5 minuteseach side in the frying pan or until cooked through.3. While the patties are cooking cut broccoli into florets and steamwith carrot and beans on the stovetop or in the microwave untiltender crisp.4. Serve patties with veggies on the side.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED19

SERVES 4 PREP TIME 5 MINS COOK TIME 10 MINS ENERGY: 407CAL (1710KJ) PROTEIN: 23.2G FAT: 30G SATURATED FAT: 5.8G FIBER: 3G CARBS: 15G TOTAL SUGAR: 3.8G FREE SUGAR: 0Gs direct froipemSalmon with Avocado & Corn Salsarec15 MINSwith 1000 recipesIngredients 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 lb salmon steak (or firm fish of choice) 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or canned 2 medium avocado, diced 2 tomato, chopped 1/2 red onion, finely diced salt pepperMethod1. Heat half the oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat andcook salmon for approximately 4 minutes each side or untilcooked through.2. Place corn, avocado, tomatoes and onion into serving bowland stir through remaining olive oil. Season with salt andpepper to taste.3. Top salad with salmon fillet to serve.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED20

BUDGET FRIENDLY RECIPESMany believe that healthy eating is quite expensive and use this as an excuse to give up on a new year'sresolution. With a few inexpensive, healthy ingredients you can create delicious, family friendly mealswithout going over budget. Try these great recipes that are all 1.75 or less per serve.

SERVES 4 PREP TIME 10 MINS COOK TIME 8 MINS ENERGY: 440CAL (1848KJ) PROTEIN: 39G FAT: 15G SATURATED FAT: 4G FIBER: 7G CARBS: 36G TOTAL SUGAR: 7G FREE SUGAR: 0Gs direct froipemFrench Salad Open Sandwichrec 1.30 PER SERVEwith 1000 recipesIngredients 2 tsp Dijon mustard 1/3 cup reduced-fat Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 4 free-range eggs 2 tomato 1 cup green beans 14 oz canned tuna in water 12 kalamata olives 4 cups Romaine lettuce 8 slices whole wheat or gluten-free bread of choiceMethod1. Hard boil egg, then peel and slice. Slice tomato and olives,chop green beans.2. Combine mustard, yogurt and olive oil in a small bowl. Stirthrough drained tuna.3. Toast bread and top with lettuce leaves, tomato, tuna mix,olives, beans and egg to serve.NOTE: ‘Free sugars’ mentioned in our recipes are those which have been added to foods during processing,cooking and preparation, while naturally occuring sugars are found within whole foods such as fruits andcome with the additional benefits of a range of other nutrents such as vitamins, minerals and fiber insubstantial amounts.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED22

SERVES 4 PREP TIME 5 MINS COOK TIME 30 MINSs direct froipemChicken & Pesto Burger withSweet Potato Friesrec 1.20 PER SERVEwith 1000 recipes ENERGY: 461CAL (1938KJ) PROTEIN: 30G FAT: 13G SATURATED FAT: 3.3G FIBER: 7G CARBS: 53G TOTAL SUGAR: 5.6G FREE SUGAR: 0GIngredients 2 small sweet potato 4 tsp extra virgin olive oil salt pepper 0.8 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast cooking oil spray 4 whole wheat bun 4 tsp basil pesto, store-bought 4 slice cheddar cheese, reduced-fat 1 cup mixed lettuce leaves 1 tomato, slicedMethod1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF and line a baking tray with parchmentpaper.2. Slice the sweet potato into fries and spread over the preparedtray. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, turning half way, or untilcooked through and golden.3. While the sweet potato fries are cooking, slice the chicken breastthinly lengthways, to make it faster to cook. Season with saltand pepper.4. Heat a frying pan or grill to medium-high and lightly spray withcooking oil spray. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minuteseach side or until cooked through.5. Slice the bun(s) in half and place in the oven for the final fewminutes of cooking the fries, to toast slightly.6. Spread the bottom half of the bun (per serving) with the pesto.Top with chicken slices, cheese, tomato, lettuce and remaininghalf of the bun (per serving).7. Remove the sweet potato fries from the oven and servealongside the chicken burger[s].30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED23

SERVES 4 PREP TIME 10 MINS COOK TIME 10 MINS ENERGY: 405CAL (1701KJ) PROTEIN: 34.6G FAT: 4.2G SATURATED FAT: 0.8G FIBER: 5.6G CARBS: 51.3G TOTAL SUGAR: 6.6G FREE SUGAR: 0Gs direct froipemFish & Slaw Burritosrec 1.71 PER SERVEwith 1000 recipesIngredients 1 lb white fish fillet of choice 2 cups whole wheat breadcrumbs 1 tsp chili powder 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp ground turmeric 8 small corn tortilla 1 cup purple cabbage, shredded 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped 4 medium carrot, grated 1/3 cup lime juice 4 tsp apple cider vinegar salt pepperMethod1. Cut fish into bite size cubes.2. Preheat oven to 350ºF, and line a tray with parchment paper.3. Combine breadcrumbs and all ground spices in a bowl to makea crumb mix. Coat fish pieces in crumb mix and arrange on theprepared baking tray. Cook in the oven for 10 minutes or untilfish is cooked through, turning half way through cooking time.4. While fish is cooking, combine cabbage, cilantro, carrot, limejuice and apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper andset aside.5. When fish is cooked, remove from oven. Assemble burritos bytopping tortillas with cabbage salad and some fish. Wrap toenclose filling and serve.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED24

SERVES 4 PREP TIME 5 MINS COOK TIME 10 MINS ENERGY: 353CAL (1486KJ) PROTEIN: 21G FAT: 7.8G SATURATED FAT: 2G FIBER: 6G CARBS: 46G TOTAL SUGAR: 12G FREE SUGAR: 0Gs direct froipemPineapple & Bacon Breakfast Sandwichrec 0.58 PER SERVEwith 1000 recipesIngredients 1 whole wheat bun 2 pineapple ring, fresh or canned 1 bacon slice, lean & trimmed 2 tsp medium avocado 1 tsp wholegrain mustard 1 tsp reduced-fat Greek yogurt 2 tbsp cheddar cheese, reduced-fat, gratedMethod1. Preheat the broiler to high and line a baking tray with parchmentpaper.2. Place the bacon and pineapple rings on the tray and cook underthe broiler until the bacon is crispy and the pineapple rings aregolden on each side, approximately 5-10 minutes. In the final fewminutes of cooking, slice the bun(s) in half and place on the traywith the bacon and pineapple to toast lightly.3. Mash the avocado and combine with the mustard and yogurt.4. Spread the avocado mix over one half of the toasted bun(per serving).5. Top with the bacon, pineapple rings and sprinkle over the gratedcheese. Place under the broiler for a couple of extra minutes tomelt the cheese.6. Top with remaining half of bun (per serving) and serve.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED25

SERVES 4 PREP TIME 10 MINS COOK TIME 25 MINSs direct froipemTuna, Roast Pumpkin& Brown Rice Saladrec 1.16 PER SERVEwith 1000 recipes ENERGY: 351CAL (1475KJ) PROTEIN: 29.6G FAT: 10.7G SATURATED FAT: 2G FIBER: 4.7G CARBS: 31.5G TOTAL SUGAR: 9.3G FREE SUGAR: 0GIngredients 1/2 cup brown rice, uncooked 4 cups pumpkin or butternut squash, peeled and cubed cooking oil spray 2 tbsp reduced-fat Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon reduced-fat mayonnaise 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 tablespoon lemon juice 12 oz canned tuna in water 1/3 cup walnuts, chopped 1 cup arugula 2 tomato, chopped 2 green onion, finely slicedMethod1. Preheat oven to 355F and line a tray with parchment paper.2. Cook rice according to packet directions. Lightly spray pumpkinpieces with cooking oil spray and spread over prepared tray.Roast for 20-25 minutes or until tender and golden.3. Combine yogurt, mayonnaise, garlic and lemon juice to makedressing.4. When pumpkin and rice are ready and cooled a little, combinewith drained tuna, walnuts, arugula, tomato and green onion.5. Drizzle over dressing and toss well to combine. Serve.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED26

SERVES 4 PREP TIME 8 MINS COOK TIME 10 MINS ENERGY: 548CAL (2301KJ) PROTEIN: 32.4G FAT: 26.5G SATURATED FAT: 6.9G FIBER: 6.5G CARBS: 42.2G TOTAL SUGAR: 2.5G FREE SUGAR: 0Gs direct froipemBeef & Broccoli Stir-Fryrec 1.68 PER SERVEwith 1000 recipesIngredients 1 cup basmati rice, uncooked cooking oil spray 1 lb lean beef steak 4 cups broccoli 1 cup cashew nuts, unsalted, chopped 4 tsp tamari or gluten-free soy sauceMethod1. Cook rice as per package instructions. Slice beef into strips.2. Heat a non-stick frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.Lightly spray with cooking oil spray.3. Add beef and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until just cooked through.4. Add broccoli florets, cashews and tamari and stir-fry for another3-5 minutes until broccoli is just tender.5. Serve on top of the rice.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED27

SERVES 4 PREP TIME 20 MINS COOK TIME 100 MINS ENERGY: 493CAL (2110KJ) PROTEIN: 38.4G FAT: 27.2G SATURATED FAT: 14.2G FIBER: 5.5G CARBS: 24G TOTAL SUGAR: 4.7G FREE SUGAR: 0Gs direct froipemBeef Rendang & Ricerec 1.55 PER SERVEwith 1000 recipesIngredients 1 yellow onion, roughly chopped 3 cloves garlic 4 tsp fresh ginger 1/4 tsp ground turmeric 1 small red chili 1/4 cup water 0.75 lb stewing steak e.g. chuck steak 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil 14 oz reduced fat coconut cream 1/2 cup basmati rice, uncooked 2 medium carrot 1 cups green beans, trimmed 1 small head bok choyMethod1. Make the rendang paste by placing onion, garlic, ginger, turmeric,chili and water in a blender and blending until smooth.2. Cut the beef into large pieces.3. Heat the olive oil in a heavy based saucepan over medium-highheat. Add the beef and brown all over, around 4-5 minutes.4. Add the rendang paste and cook for a further 4-5 minutes, until thebeef is coated well with the paste and smells very fragrant.5. Add the coconut cream, stir to combine. Cover the pan with a lidand reduce to a simmer for 90 minutes or until the sauce hasevaporated and thickened and the beef is very tender.6. About 25 minutes before ready to serve, cook the rice accordingto packet directions.7. Cut the carrots into strips and steam on the stovetop with the beansand bok choy for approximately 8-10 minutes, or until tender crisp.8. Divide rice, beef rendang and steamed vegetables evenly betweenfour bowls to serve.9. Leftover beef rendang can be stored in the fridge in an airtightcontainer for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED28

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30 WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES YOU NEED 6 The most common resolutions at this time of year are related to weight loss and healthy eating. What a positive way to head into a new year, focused on a happier, healthier lifestyle! And yet, despite their best intentions, only around 8% of people stick to their New Year's resolutions.