The Whole 30 diet plan is an ingenious compilation of rules and meals with a stricter than strict no cheat policy. Although it is a fairly easy diet to follow through, considering the vast variety of foods that can be consumed as part of it, there is still a fair bit of confusion about how to prepare a full meal that adheres to this diet. Here are some simple yet delicious snacking, meals and dessert options that can help you stick to the diet and keep your palate happy. LOADED GUACAMOLE SWEET POTATO FRIES This is a simple yet yummy snack-y recipe that works well with the Whole30 meal plan. With a total cooking time of 40 minutes, it’s quite easy to whip up as well. INGREDIENTS REQUIRED: Sweet potatoes – 2 Chili powder – 1 tablespoon Olive oil – 1 tablespoon Zest and juice of lime – 2 Avocado – 1 Minced garlic – 1 clove Chopped green onions – 3 Cumin – 1/8 tablespoon Sea salt to taste Pico-de-gallo – 1/2 cup Cilantro – ¼ cup HOW TO PREPARE: In a preheated oven (425 degrees) place the olive oil, chili powder, lemon juice and zest coated fries in a flat dish.

Sweet strawberry recipes are always a delight and much-loved by most people. But all the sugar and butter in most dessert recipes may not appeal to everyone. The good news is that it is very easy to make healthy strawberry dessert recipes even with these ingredients. You can also indulge in some sweet taste in the morning by making healthy strawberry smoothie recipes. Here are five fresh strawberry recipes that are both sweet and healthy. Strawberry Cinnamon Pie Ingredients  1 small pastry shell 1 cup fresh strawberries, thinly-sliced ½ cup fresh strawberries, chopped 2 tsp sugar ½ tbsp cornstarch ½ tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp lemon juice A pinch of salt 2 tsp low-fat cream (optional) (Serves 1) How to prepare This is one of the healthiest strawberry pie recipes you can make. Line the pastry shell with foil and bake for 5 minutes at 450 degrees. In a pan, add chopped strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, salt, ¼ tsp cinnamon and cornstarch. Cook until the mixture becomes viscous. When done, put it in the refrigerator for 10 minutes. Now, arrange sliced strawberries in the pastry shell. Pour the cool strawberry mixture on top of the shell, covering it entirely. Put the pastry shell in the refrigerator until it sets.

Soy is a rich source of protein that you can include in your daily meals, in a variety of ways. You can make soy recipes for meals as well as snacks without spending too much time in the kitchen. Here are five healthy soy recipes that are not only easy to make but also mouth-watering. Soy Pancakes Ingredients – ½ cup soy flour ¼ cup bran 5 tsp almond flour ¾ cup low-fat milk ¼ tsp ground nutmeg 5 tsp honey 4 tsp coconut oil Maple syrup as needed (Yields 3-4 pancakes) Mix all the ingredients together except maple syrup. Heat the coconut oil in a pan and pour the batter in small circles to make the pancakes. Cook well on both sides until they become golden brown in color and serve with maple syrup. This is a one of the best soy flour recipes for a protein-rich breakfast. Recommended Read:  The Amazing Health Benefits of Soy Foods Soy Chicken Stir-Fry Ingredients – ½ cup soy chunks 1 cup steamed boneless chicken cubes 2 spring onion, chopped 1 small white onion, thinly-sliced 1 small carrot, thinly-sliced ½ green capsicum, thinly-sliced 2 tsp grated ginger 2 tsp minced garlic 2 tsp black sesame seeds 1 green chili, chopped 2 tsp sesame oil 2 tsp soy sauce Salt to taste (Serves 1) For this soy recipe, boil soy chunks in water for five minutes with a bit of salt.

If you are looking for healthy slow cooker recipes, you are at the right place. Here is a list of 5 dishes that can be prepared easily, on low heat and are delicious. Slow cooking conserves the nutrients of veggies and meats as well. So, read on to know more about healthy slow cooker recipes: 1. Slow cooker vegetarian chili Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked quinoa 1 yellow/red capsicum, peeled, chopped 4 minced garlic cloves 1 chipotle chili, chopped 2 cans each of dark red kidney beans, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes 1 can each of pale red kidney beans and chopped green chilies 4 cups vegetable stock 1 tablespoon cumin, ground 2 tablespoons chili powder 1 teaspoon each of sugar and salt Half teaspoon black pepper Optional toppings – crushed tortilla strips, sliced green onions, shredded cheddar cheese, or sour cream How to prepare: This is among the easy slow cooker recipes where you have to add all ingredients to a slow cooker and combine well. Then cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or low for 6 to 8 hours. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately once done and garnish with toppings mentioned above. Recommended Read:  5 Quinoa Recipes for a Healthy Breakfast 2.

Various diets have risen to prominence as part of people’s efforts to get their bodies into shape, and the very popular keto diet is no exception. The concept of the keto diet is based on the alternate process of our body to break down excess fat to sustain strength and function and is referred to as ketogenesis. With a consistent diet of protein rich food ketogenesis kicks in, the ketone levels increase and the body enters a state of ketosis, which is a state of fat burning and reduction in the size of fat cells. Here are some of the basic benefits of a keto diet. Insulin level depreciation Increase in the fat burning capacity of the body Decrease in the inflammatory fat levels in the body Relief from diseases like Epilepsy, Diabetes, Fluctuating Blood Pressure, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Morbid obesity, Heart Conditions, Migraines and even Cancer There are many options for a good keto diet proposed by specialists and trainers that support this lifestyle. The food is high in proteins and light on the stomach, with all the good fats included in it as well. Of the many chicken and fish options, keto bread has caught the fancy of vegans who want to include some sort of vegan bread in their diet.