3 lunch recipes to BLAST belly fat

3 lunch recipes to BLAST belly fat

Are you hoping to lose some of that unwanted belly fat and fit into your Summer clothes a bit better? 

Losing belly fat isn’t just about working out; the foods you eat play a huge role too. 

This is where the Zing Wellbeing health program is a great resource for you, when it comes to a healthy gut, which supports overall wellness, making smart food swaps can make all the difference. Zing Wellbeing recipes are all packed with health ingredients that offer amazing health benefits and support your weight goals.

Here are just 3 recipes from the Zing Wellbeing meal plans to help you shed unwanted belly fat while boosting your gut health.

3 lunch recipes to BLAST belly fat 

Asparagus and Pea Frittata

Serves 8

 

Ingredients

  • 10 eggs
  • ½ cup plain Greek yoghurt
  • salt and pepper
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 red onion, chopped
  • 2 cups asparagus, chopped
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • ¼ cup feta
  • ¼ cup chives, chopped

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 200ºC. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and the yoghurt together and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat the oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté for three to four minutes, or until softened.
  3. Add the asparagus and sauté another one to two minutes.
  4. Add the peas and baby spinach, and sauté another one to two minutes, or until the spinach is wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and top with small dollops of cheese.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the eggs are set.
  7. Let sit for five minutes before cutting into wedges. Sprinkle with chives.

Benefits
Asparagus is a great source of inulin which is an insoluble fibre that feeds the good bacteria in your gut and helps keep your bowels regular. If the bugs in your gut are happy and getting the food they need to thrive you will have less bloating and better overall digestion.

Baby spinach is high in fibre, which supports healthy digestion by promoting regular bowel movements.

For some people, this can help prevent constipation, a common cause of bloating. The fibre in spinach acts as a prebiotic, feeding beneficial gut bacteria, which can contribute to a balanced gut microbiome and reduce bloating over time.

Baby spinach also provides nutrients like Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and Vitamin K. It is also low in FODMAPS, which are fermentable sugars that can cause bloating in people with IBS or sensitive digestive systems.

Eggs are a great source of high-quality protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues, producing enzymes and hormones, and supporting overall growth and development. They contain Vitamin A, which is important for vision and immune function, and Vitamin D, which is crucial for bone health. They also provide essential minerals like Iron and Zinc.

Eggs contain monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health. They also provide a good amount of Vitamin B12, which is essential for red blood cell formation and neurological function.

Many yoghurts contain live probiotic cultures (such as Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium), which support a healthy gut microbiome. Probiotics can help regulate digestion, reduce gas, and alleviate bloating.

CALORIES + MACRO NUTRIENTS PER SERVE

169 Kcal 

11g Fat 

7g Carbs

2g Fibre

11g Protein 

Like most orange fruit and veg, peaches are full of carotenoid nutrients – the antioxidants that protect fatty areas of the body, in our skin, heart and brain (which is 60% fat!). 

Peach Salsa on sourdough

Serves 2

Ingredients

  • 1 peach, pitted and diced
  • ¼ cup red onion
  • ½ jalapeño, diced
  • 3 tbsp. coriander, chopped
  • 2 tbsp. lime juice
  • salt to taste
  • 2 pieces’ sourdough, toasted

Method

Combine all of the ingredients in a bowl (except sourdough) and mix well. Pile high on toast and enjoy.

Benefits

The antioxidants in peaches help to stop the degeneration of these organs and slow ageing. Peaches are also full of vitamin C and boron which is great for bone health.

Coriander regulates blood sugar, is antibacterial and antibacterial, has a positive effect on blood cholesterol levels and may help our eye health!

CALORIES + MACRO NUTRIENTS PER SERVE

84 Kcal 

2g Protein 

1g Fat 

18g Carbs 

3g Fibre

Did you know the omegas in this Pineapple Salmon Skewers recipe essential for good brain health. Salmon delivers a super high quality protein source which is needed for countless bodily functions and is key in keeping us full and satiated.

Pineapple Salmon Skewers

 

Serves 2

Ingredients

  • 300g salmon fillet, cut into cubes
  • 2 cups pineapple, cut into cubes
  • 4 BBQ skewers
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 tbsp. maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp. lime juice
  • 1 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
  • 1 tsp chilli flakes
  • salt and pepper
  • Coriander, chopped, to garnish

Method

  1. Thread the salmon and pineapple onto the skewers.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, maple syrup, lime juice, garlic, ginger, chilli flakes, salt, and pepper. Brush the marinade onto the skewers.
  3. Grill the skewers for eight to ten minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through. Garnish with fresh coriander.

Benefits

Spicy ginger gets gut juices flowing and aids digestion. It stops food stagnating and helps to empty the stomach which stops bloating.

Salmon is highly nutritious and eating it raw means we get all of its goodness. It is rich in omega-3 fatty acids which makes it excellent for reducing inflammation, lowering blood pressure and improving cholesterol.

Pineapple may aid in digestion and help reduce inflammation which causes arthritis and joint pain. They may also help reduce the risk of blood clots and are a great source of vitamin C and antioxidants as well as ferulic acid which may help prevent some cancers. Pineapples have long been used as medicine and also contain magnesium and bromelain.

Chilli can help to boost metabolism and may aid digestion, stimulating digestive enzymes and reducing bloating.

CALORIES + MACRO NUTRIENTS PER SERVE

437 Kcal 

34g Protein 

21g Fat 

32g Carbs 

3g Fibre

Also try our Belly Fat-Busting Smoothie Recipe

Enjoy this smoothie as a nutritious breakfast or post-workout snack to start targeting belly fat and support your overall health.

With the right combination of ingredients, it’s possible to reduce harmful belly fat and improve your wellbeing from the inside out!

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • ½ cup frozen blueberries
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • ½ cucumber
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1/4 avocado
  • ½ lemon
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp of Zing Wellbeing Vanilla Organic and plant based protein powder

Instructions:

  1. Add all the ingredients to a high-speed blender.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour into a glass and enjoy!

Nutritional Information (per serve without protein powder):

  • Calories: 280
  • Protein: 6g
  • Fibre: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fat: 16g

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