Diet Plans with Nutritious Spring Foods
Spring is in the air! Fresh, whole foods take center stage for your pre-summer slim-down. After a long winter, fresh finds that keep calories in check are secret weapons to losing weight without feeling deprived.
Try some of these delicious Spring options for your next meal.
- Peas. With 9 grams of protein per cup this sweet vegetable is a nutrition powerhouse. Even though it’s starchier than some other vegetables, doesn’t mean you need to forget it. In fact, peas are good source of vitamins A, B6, C and K, as well as folate, and riboflavin. With a good amount of fiber too, these can be a great side dish or addition to any green salad.
- Strawberries. With 3 grams of fiber per cup and an excellent source of Vitamin C, strawberries are a great snack for a Spring day. You can easily add them to a fresh spinach salad or toss in hearty oatmeal to soak up their great nutrition.
- Mushrooms. With a meaty taste, mushrooms are a great way to get the rich taste like that of red meat, but with only a fraction of the calories. Try a grilled portobello mushroom burger for your next burger night. You won’t be disappointed!
- Asparagus. This abundant Spring vegetable is a good source of Vitamin K, folate, and potassium. It also contains an amino acid that acts as a natural diuretic. Easily prepared by roasting, grilling, or stir-frying, asparagus is simply delicious. Add a bit of olive oil, salt, and lemon or a splash of balsamic vinegar to make a great addition to your dinner plate.
- Apricots. These delicate fruits peak in late Spring and deliver many nutritional benefits. Apricots supply a good dose of Vitamin A, C, and fiber. With only 60 calories per fruit, this makes apricots an excellent mid-day snack paired with a small handful of cashews.
With sunnier skies and longer days, Spring is a great time to begin your weight loss journey. To learn more about healthy weight loss in Lincoln, NE and Omaha, NE visit WeightLossNebraska.com.
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