Pumpkin porridge for weight loss
Description
The health benefits of pumpkin are important not only for weight loss. It is included in the diet to improve overall well-being. Pumpkin positively affects the body due to its rich content of beneficial nutrients. This vegetable is especially high in iron, magnesium, calcium, potassium, B-complex vitamins, and vitamins A, C, E, F, T, PP, and D—all while being very low in calories. Use low-fat milk for the porridge, and avoid sugar or other sweeteners. Instead, I recommend adding dried fruits such as raisins or apricots.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Prepare the ingredients. Let's begin. Peel the pumpkin and remove the fibrous inner part, then cut it into cubes.
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Step 2
2. Place it in a pot, add a little water, and cook until softened.
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Step 3
3. Drain any excess water that has not evaporated. Wash the apple, remove the core, and cut it into pieces. Sort the raisins and rinse them.
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Step 4
4. Add raisins, apple, oat flakes, and milk to the pumpkin. Simmer gently for 10 minutes.
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Step 5
5. The pumpkin porridge is ready.
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Step 6
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