Tomato soup is one of the most nourishing meals in winter. The consumption of tomato soup gives many benefits and has a higher amount of antioxidants, which are ideal for weight loss. Antioxidants at the proper concentration can improve your immune system and fix cell damage.
Remember what your mother gives you when you catch a cold & cough, a big bowl of hot soup that feels like a warm hug and comforts your soul. Not only is it good for colds, coughs, and flu but also helps in losing weight. Tomato soup simply helps the body replenish all lost nutrients. Add on, it cleanses your body and thus, plays an important role in burning fat. Soups keep you hydrated and satiated for a long time without the intake of too many calories.
Here's a guidebook on how a simple yet tasty recipe can help you lose pounds.
Low Crab:
Add on Tomato soup is low carb. So, all the gym buddies, this is the perfect low-carb, full of anti-oxidants food that is the comfort food for many out there.
This food's lower carbohydrate content makes it easier to lose weight. And let's not forget, the lower the carbs the faster the weight loss.
Antioxidants:
The intake of tomato soup also includes a higher number of antioxidants that work perfectly for weight loss. The right level of antioxidants can bolster your immunity system and repair cell damages.
We are not saying, studies are:
Studies suggests soup helps people lose weight, stay on track with their weight goals, and reduce their chance of becoming obese.
Little Surprise for you:
The good news is you can make sure you're receiving a tonne of nutrients for fewer calories than most other meals if you're mindful about what you put in your soup. Just don't add extra cream on top and fried croutons to add bad fat in your diet. That simple.
Recipe to a yummy licious Tomato soup (Avoid the packed ones as they contain preservatives):
Ingredients:
2 tbs oil
1 carrot, chopped
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 tbs homemade tomato paste
800 gms tomatoes, blanched and pureed
2-3 cups water
Fresh coriander for garnishing
Method:
In a large pot heat oil. When hot, add the onion and carrot, salt and pepper (as per taste), and cook. Keep stirring, until the vegetables begin to soften to prevent from burning.
Add the tomato paste and lower the heat. Add the blanched and pureed tomatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally until the tomatoes break down (10-15 minutes). Add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. At this point you can adjust the heat.
You can adjust the consistency of the soup as per your choice. This is completely optional. You can strain the soup if you don’t like it grainy. Garnish with fresh herbs, and you are good to go.
You can add baked croutons and if you want to add cream, try some healthier options like coconut cream.
Winters are coming, and we all know we tend to gain weight a little this season because of the consumption of foods that keep us warm but contain high amounts of fats. This winter season we need not to worry about good comforting & delicious food and weight gain.
