Creating tasty and satisfying fat burning menus is no more difficult or time consuming than other meal planning. Yet the results and benefits are both far reaching and tangible.

Many people however may not know or understand what fat burning foods are, or how to prepare them. What fat burning foods offer are a healthy and tasty way to eat while burning off fat stores. And you may no longer need to have two menus either, one for you and one for your family.

Vegetable soups

Vegetable soups are easy to prepare and quick to make. They are filling and are a great way to burn fat. In fact vegetable soups may be the best foods for burning fat. One of the reasons vegetable soups can boost the metabolism is due to their water content. Our body relies on a steady intake of water in order for our metabolism to function optimally.

Vegetables also provide fiber which promotes intestinal health. The combination of proteins and fiber found in vegetables decrease food cravings and with this comes the ability to burn off those fats already stored in the body.

Fat burning cabbage soup

1 bunch celery

one large can tomatoes

1 head cabbage

2 green peppers

6 green onions

parsley

salt and pepper to taste

Method

1. chop all ingredients into medium sized pieces
2. heat a large pan half filled with water
3. when boiling drop in all ingredients and reduce to a simmer
4. season
5. simmer until vegetables are tender
6. serve hot

Fat burning mixed vegetable Soup

Dieters can choose fresh or frozen vegetables

A base broth which can either be made or bought

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh herbs (optional)

Method

1. clean and chop vegetables
2. select vegetables about the same size so that they all cook evenly
3. saute the more intense flavored vegetables such as onions or leeks first
4. saute the harder veggies next such as carrots and potatoes
5. add all vegetables to a pot and pour over the broth
6. add a tiny splash of virgin olive oil
7. add seasoning and herbs
8. simmer until all vegetables are firm but not mushy
9. add flavor enhancements if you wish such as pesto or perhaps garlic

Fat burning breakfast

Crust-less Quiche

6 egg whites

1 tsp baking powder

1 cup broccoli

1 tsp virgin olive oil

pinch garlic powder

salt and pepper to taste

Method

1. whisk eggs with dry ingredients

2. Transfer to a greased oven dish and bake at 350 F for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.

Turkey recipes = lean protein

Turkey is a perfect fat burning food which is high in protein and balance in carbohydrates and healthy fats.

Turkey meatloaf.

1 pack of ground turkey meat

One-half cup spinach

6 chopped walnuts

1 bunch chopped green onions

One-quarter cup seedless raisins

One-half cup buttermilk

1Tbsp ketchup or tomato sauce

salt and pepper to taste

Method

1. mix all the ingredients with the exception of the tomato sauce together until combined
2. place on a backing sheet and pat down until even
3. spread the tomato sauce on top
4. bake for 15-20 minutes in a 375F oven until golden brown

Turkey Burgers

4 oz lean ground turkey meat

One-quarter cup spinach

5 chopped almonds

2 chopped mushrooms

salt and pepper to taste

Method

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
2. place pan on a medium heat and add about 1 Tsp of virgin olive oil
3. in a clean a slight wet hand mold burgers to the required size
4. ensure that each patty is the same size so that cooking times are even
5. place patties in the heated oil and fry on each side until each patty is crispy brown and cooked through
6. serve with a salad or savory rice

Author: Tim Lazaro

About the Author:
Tim Lazaro is a Fat Burning Nutrition enthusiast. For tips and expert advice on
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