Mimosa salad (Mimoza salata)

Mimosa salad is one of the most famous layered salads, rich, creamy and very decorative. It is made from boiled potatoes, ham, eggs, cheese and mayonnaise, and the final layer of finely crumbled egg yolks gives it the distinctive appearance that gave it its name. It is ideal for celebrations, holidays, birthdays and festive lunches, and it is tastiest when left for a few hours or overnight in the refrigerator.

Tags: for breakfast, for a snack, for children, for school, bring to work, gluten free.

Preparation time: 1 hour 45 minutes.

Cooling time: 3-8 h.

Total preparation time: 4 h 45 minutes - 9 h 45 minutes.

Ingredients (for 8 portions):

• 4 boiled eggs
• 300 g of cooked potatoes (cooked in the skin)
• 250 g of ham
• 200 g semi-hard cheese (gouda cheese, trappist cheese, emmentaler, edamer)
• 250 g mayonnaise
• 2 cooked carrots
• A pinch of salt
• A pinch of ground black pepper
• Parsley leaf for garnish (optional)

Preparation:

1. Cook potatoes in their skins. Peel the carrot and cook it separately.

2. Cool the vegetables. Then peel the potatoes.

Spelt whole wheat flour bagels (Bageli od speltinog i integralnog brasna)

These homemade bagels have a soft interior, a thin, shiny crust and a rich flavor thanks to the combination of spelt and whole wheat flour. The short cooking before baking gives them the distinctive texture characteristic of real bakery bagels.

This combination gives a bagel that is more nutritious than the classic one, but still soft and elastic enough, so it's a great choice if you want a healthier version without using white wheat flour.

Tags: vegetarian recipe, for diabetics, for insulin resistance, for heart, for brain, for breakfast, for snack, for energy, for children, for school, bring to work, for skin, for hair, fit recipe, for police officers, for firefighters, Mediterranean style of eating, for recovery, for muscle growth, for active people, for athletes.

Preparation time: 3 h 40 minutes (includes mixing, rising, resting and cooking).

Baking time: 20–25 minutes.

Cooling time: at least 15 minutes.

Total preparation time: 4 h 20 minutes.

Ingredients (8 bagels):

For the dough:

• 300 g of soft spelt flour
• 200 g of whole wheat flour
• 7 g of dry yeast or 20 g of fresh yeast
• 320 ml of lukewarm water
• 1 tablespoon of honey or agave syrup* (see why section)
• 2 teaspoons of salt 
• 1 tablespoon olive or sunflower oil (optional)

For cooking:

• 2 liters of water
• 1 tablespoon of honey or barley malt syrup* (see why-because section)
• 1 teaspoon baking soda*, optional (see why-because section)

For coating:

• 1 egg

For sprinkling:

• sesame seeds 
• poppy seeds 
• chia seeds
• flax seeds, or
• seed mix of your choice

Preparation:

1. Add honey or agave syrup and yeast to lukewarm water. Mix and leave for 10 minutes for the yeast to activate.

2. Mix spelt soft flour and whole wheat flour with salt.

Hibiscus, lemon and mint iced tea (Ledeni caj od hibiskusa, limuna i nane)

Refreshing homemade iced tea made of hibiscus, lemon and mint, enriched with mild aromas of cinnamon and ginger. It is ideal for hot days as a natural refreshment without added sugar.

Tags: vegetarian recipe, vegan, for diabetics, for insulin resistance, for the heart, anti-inflammatory, for the skin, for the hair, gluten free, low carbs, for the stomach, for weight loss, lean recipe, Mediterranean nutrition, energy drink.

Preparation time: 25 minutes.

Cooling time: 3 h.

Total preparation time: 3 hours 25 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 1 liter of water
• 2 tablespoons of dry hibiscus
• 1 sprig of mint
• Juice of one lemon
• A few lemon wedges
• ½ cinnamon stick or ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2–3 thin slices of fresh ginger (about 5–10 g) or ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger

Preparation:

1. Heat 1 liter of water in a saucepan until it boils, then remove it from the stove.

2. Add dry hibiscus and, if desired, cinnamon or a few rings of fresh ginger.

Banana pudding made from millet, cocoa and tahini (Banana puding od prosa, kakaa i tahinija)

A creamy healthy dessert that combines complex carbohydrates from millet, healthy fats from tahini, fiber and plant sources of iron from millet, cocoa and sesame seeds. For a better use of plant-based iron, the pudding is excellently combined with fruits rich in vitamin C, such as berries.

Tags: vegetarian recipe, vegan, for snack, for breakfast, for energy, bring to work, gluten free, for anemia, fit recipe, lean recipe, for skin, for hair, for gout, anti-inflammatory.

Millet cooking time: 6 h 45 minutes - 12 h 45 minutes.

Preparation time: 15 minutes.

Cooling time: 2-8 h.

Total preparation time: 9 hours - 21 hours.

Ingredients (1 larger or 2 smaller portions):

For the pudding: 100g ripe banana (peeled, about 1 small banana or about ½ to ⅔ large banana), 130g cooked millet (completely cooled*), 50ml plant-based milk (no added sugar), 1 tbsp cocoa powder (about 7g), 1 tbsp tahini (about 15g), 15–20g protein powder (optional, plant-based or whey isolate for the protein version), ¼ tsp cinnamon powder (optional), ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional),

For serving: 50 g blackberries, 50 g raspberries.

Preparation:

1. Cook millet.

2. Allow the millet to cool completely.

How to cook millet? (Kako skuvati proso?)

Cooked millet is a simple and nutritious basic food with a mild taste, suitable as a side dish, a base for porridges, salads or various salty and sweet meals. Proper soaking and cooking results in a soft, loose texture and easier digestibility.

Tags: vegetarian recipe, vegan, gluten-free, for diabetics, for insulin resistance, for the heart, for the brain, anti-inflammatory - anti-inflammatory, for children, for school, to take to work, for energy, for the skin, for hair, for anemia, for PCOS, for Hashimoto's, for hypothyroidism, for gout, fit recipe, for weight loss, fasting recipe.

Soaking time: 6–12 h.

Preparation time: 10 minutes.

Cooking time: 25 minutes.

Idle time: 10 minutes.

Total preparation time: 6 h 45 minutes - 12 h 45 minutes.

Ingredients (for about 300 g of cooked millet): 100 g of millet, 300 ml of water, a pinch of salt (optional).

Preparation:

Soaking millet

1. Pour cold water over the millet, twice as much water as the millet. Leave in the refrigerator for 6 to 12 hours. Change the water after 6 hours. Throw the water away. Pour new water, mix, drain and repeat several times, until the water becomes almost clear.

Cooking millet

2. Put the millet and water in a pot and add salt and let it boil on a high temperature (6 out of 6).

Savory cake with prosciutto, arugula and parmesan cheese (Slana torta sa prsutom, rukolom i parmezanom)

Creamy and elegant savory cake with layers of toasted bread, cream cheese, prosciutto, arugula and Parmesan cheese. It is an excellent choice for birthdays, celebrations, holidays or as a cold appetizer.

Tags: for a snack, bring to work, for kids, for school, protein, for energy.

Preparation time: 45 minutes.

Cooling time: 4–8 hours.

Total time: 4 h 45 minutes - 8 h 45 minutes.

Ingredients (for 10-12 pieces):

For the filling: 500 g of cream cheese, 300 g of sour cream (20% m.m.), 200 g of mayonnaise, 80 g of Parmesan cheese (finely grated), 2 cloves of garlic (finely crushed), 1 teaspoon of mustard, ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper.

For the cake: 18–20 slices of toasted bread (without crust), 250 g of prosciutto (thinly sliced), 100 g of rocket - arugula, 50 g of Parmesan cheese.

For decoration: 150 g of cream cheese, 30 g of grated parmesan, a few leaves of arugula, a few leaves of parmesan, a few leaves of prosciutto (wrapped in rolls).

Preparation:

For filling

1. Combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic, mustard and pepper in a large bowl. Mix until the filling becomes smooth and creamy.

Divide into three parts.

For the cake

2. Arrange the first layer of toasted bread 2x3 on the tray. If necessary, lightly coat it with milk or yogurt to make it softer.

Sausages in beer (Kobasice u pivu)

Beer sausages are a simple and very tasty dish that combines juicy sausages, caramelized onions and aromatic beer sauce. They go well with mashed potatoes, baked potatoes, cooked potatoes or fresh bread.

Tags: main dish, bring to work, LCHF, low carbs.

Preparation time: 15 minutes.

Cooking time: 45-55 minutes.

Total time: 1 hour – 1 hour 10 minutes.

Ingredients (for 4 servings), 600 g of fresh sausages or smoked sausages, 2 large onions (cut into thin crescents), 250 ml of light beer, 2 tablespoons of oil, 1 teaspoon of mustard, 1 teaspoon of sweet paprika powder, 1 clove of garlic (finely chopped), 1 dry bay leaf, pepper to taste.

Preparation:

1. Heat the oil to medium heat (4 out of 6) in a large pan and fry the sausages on all sides until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.

2. Take them out on a plate.

Kiss ice cream with pineapple (Cmok sladoled sa ananasom)

Kiss ice cream with pineapple is a refreshing homemade ice cream with a creamy milk filling and a thin pineapple fruit coating. The combination of delicate vanilla, milky texture and sour taste of pineapple gives a light summer dessert reminiscent of popular store-bought ice creams on a stick.

Tags: vegetarian recipe, for kids, bring to work, for energy, gluten free.

Preparation time:

Preparation of milk mixture: 15 minutes.

Cooling the milk mixture: 3-4 hours

Freezing the milk part: 4–8 hours.

Preparation of pineapple coating: 10-15 minutes.

Cooling the coating: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Final dipping and freezing: 50-60 minutes.

Dip 2 and cooling: 50-60 minutes.

Total time: 6 h 35 minutes - 16 hours.

Ingredients:

For the milk part: 500 ml of whole milk, 200 ml of heavy cream, 80 g of sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons of corn starch;

For the pineapple coating: 300 ml of pineapple juice (100% or pressed), 100 ml of water, 40-60 g of sugar (to your taste), 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of corn starch (optional, for a slightly thicker coating).

Preparation:

 For the milk part 

1. Stir the corn starch in a little cold milk.

2. Heat the rest of the milk, heavy cream, sugar and vanilla extract until boiling on a medium temperature (4 of 6). Stir constantly to dissolve the sugar and to heat the milk and heavy cream evenly, about 5 to 10 minutes.

Potatoes, zucchini and eggplant from the oven (Krompir, tikvice i patlidzan iz rerne)

Potatoes, zucchini and eggplant from the oven are a light and tasty vegetable meal rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Roasted vegetables with olive oil and spices are an excellent basis for an anti-cellulite menu, and with the addition of protein, a balanced meal is obtained.

Tags: vegetarian recipe, vegan, for diabetics, for insulin resistance, for heart, anti-inflammatory, for IBS (if both onions are omitted), for skin, for hair, gluten free, for stomach, for PCOS-PMOS, for Hashimoto, for hypothyroidism, fit recipe, for weight loss, lean recipe, bring to work, anti-cellulite menu.

Preparation time: 55 minutes.

Baking time: 35–45 minutes.

Cooling time: 10-15 minutes.

Total preparation time: 1 hour 40 minutes - 1 hour 55 minutes.

Ingredients (for 2 portions): 300 g of potatoes, 1 medium zucchini (about 250 g), 1 small eggplant (about 250 g), 1 red onion (about 100 g), 2 cloves of garlic, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, ½ teaspoon of sweet paprika powder, a pinch of pepper, a pinch of salt, a fresh leaf of parsley (finely chopped).

Preparation:

1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into cubes or slices.

Peel the zucchini and cut it into rings or halves.

Cut the eggplant into rings 1.5 cm thick, cut into diamonds in several places with a knife, salt and leave for 30 minutes. Rinse and wipe with paper towels.

Peel the red onion and garlic. Cut the onion into 6-8 parts. Cut the garlic into thin slices or just crush it.

2. Place the vegetables in a tray lined with baking paper.

Arugula, lettuce and tomato salad (Salata od rukole, zelene salate i paradajza)

A refreshing arugula, lettuce and tomato salad is a light side dish rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants. Thanks to its high water content and low energy value, it contributes to the hydration of the body and fits perfectly into the anti-cellulite menu as an addition to a meal with a low-fat source of protein.

Tags: vegetarian recipe, vegan, for diabetics, for insulin resistance, for heart, for brain, anti-inflammatory, for snack, for skin, for hair, gluten free, keto, LCHF, low carbs, for PCOS-PMOS, for Hashimoto's, for hypothyroidism, fit recipe, for weight loss, lean recipe, quick and easy, anti-cellulite menu.

Preparation time: 10 minutes.

Ingredients (for 1 serving): 50 g of rocket (arugula), 50 g of lettuce, 100 g of tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of olive oil (5 ml), 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, a pinch of salt, a pinch of ground black pepper.

Preparation:

1. Wash the rocket and lettuce. Drain. Wash the tomatoes and cut them into slices or cubes.

2. Combine arugula, lettuce and tomatoes in a bowl.

Spinach with garlic (Spanac sa belim lukom)

Spinach with garlic is a light and nutritious side dish for an anti-cellulite menu. It is rich in fiber, vitamins A, C and K, folate and antioxidants, while garlic and parsley add flavor and nutritional value. Preparation with a little olive oil preserves the natural taste and nutrients.

Preparation time: 15-20 minutes.

Tags: vegetarian recipe, vegan, for diabetics, for insulin resistance, for heart, for brain, anti-inflammatory, for skin, for hair, gluten free, keto, LCHF, low carbs, for anemia, for PCOS-PMOS, for Hashimoto’s, for hypothyroidism, fit recipe, for weight loss, lean recipe, quick and easy, anti-cellulite menu.

Ingredients: 200 g of fresh spinach, 1 clove of garlic (finely chopped or mashed), 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley (finely chopped), a pinch of salt, a small pinch of ground pepper, lemon juice (optional), 10 ml of olive oil.

Preparation:

1. Wash fresh spinach. Blanch spinach briefly in water for 2-3 minutes, then drain.

2. Heat the olive oil in a frying pan on a medium or medium-low temperature (3-4 out of 6), add the garlic and fry for a few seconds, just to release the fragrance. Do not let it brown.

Minced chicken with roasted vegetables (Pilece mleveno meso sa pecenim povrcem)

Minced chicken with roasted vegetables is a light and nutritionally rich meal for an anti-cellulite menu. Chicken meat provides quality proteins important for preserving muscle mass, while peppers, mushrooms and cabbage and cucumber salad contribute to a higher intake of fiber, vitamins and minerals. Olive oil provides healthy fats that support a balanced nutrition and healthy looking skin.

Tags: for diabetics, for insulin resistance, for heart, for brain, anti-inflammatory, high protein, for skin, for hair, gluten free, keto, LCHF, low carbs, for stomach, for PCOS-PMOS, for hypothyroidism, fit recipe, for weight loss, anti-cellulite menu.

Preparation time: 20 minutes.

Baking time: 20–25 minutes.

Cooling time: 5-10 minutes.

Total preparation time: 45-55 minutes.

Ingredients (for 2 servings): 240 g of minced chicken meat, 300 g of peppers and mushrooms (150 g of peppers + 150 g of mushrooms), 200 g of cabbage and cucumber salad, 20 ml of olive oil (10 ml for meat and 10 ml for vegetables)

Spices: a pinch of salt (1 g), a small pinch of ground pepper, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley leaves (finely chopped).

Preparation:

1. Heat the oven to 180 °C (356 °F).

2. Clean and cut the pepper into strips, and clean and cut the mushrooms into leaves.

Baked chickpeas with spices (Pecene leblebije sa zacinima)

Baked chickpeas with spices are a healthy and crunchy snack for an anti-cellulite menu. They are rich in vegetable proteins and fibers that contribute to the feeling of satiety and healthy bowel function, while spices such as turmeric and paprika  powder provide flavor and additional nutritional value. They are prepared with a small amount of olive oil, without frying or additives.

Preparation time: 10 minutes.

Baking time: 25–35 minutes.

Cooling time: 5-10 minutes.

Total preparation time: 40-55 minutes.

If you do not have cooked chickpeas, add another 14 h 30 minutes.

Tags: vegetarian recipe, vegan, for diabetics, for insulin resistance, for the heart, anti-inflammatory, high protein, for a snack, for energy, for the skin, for hair, gluten free, for the stomach, for anemia, for PCOS-PMOS, for Hashimoto's, fit recipe, for weight loss, lean recipe, anti-cellulite menu.

Ingredients: 150 g of cooked chickpeas (drained, without membranes), 1 teaspoon of olive oil (5 ml), ½ teaspoon of sweet ground paprik powder, ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder, a pinch of pepper, a pinch of salt, ½ teaspoon of turmeric powder (optional) or ⅓ of cumin powder (optional), ½ teaspoon of dried oregano or rosemary.

Preparation:

0. Cook chickpeas. Remove the membranes. Drain. Dry with a paper towel.

1. In a bowl, mix the chickpeas with olive oil and spices until they are evenly coated.

2. Arrange them in one layer on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.

Omelet with spinach, mushrooms and broccoli (Omlet sa spanacem, pecurkama i brokolijem)

Anti-cellulite menu.

Omelet with spinach, mushrooms and broccoli is light, nutritious and rich in protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals. It is ideal for an anti-cellulite nutrition plan because it provides a long-lasting feeling of satiety with few calories.

Tags: vegetarian recipe, for diabetics, for insulin resistance, for the heart, for the brain, anti-inflammatory, high protein, for breakfast, for a snack, for energy, for children, for school, to take to work, for skin, for hair, gluten free, keto, LCHF, low carbs, for PCOS-PMOS, for Hashimoto's, for hypothyroidism, fit recipe, for weight loss, quick and easy, anti-cellulite menu.

Preparation time: 40 minutes.

Baking time: 10–15 minutes.

Cooling time: 5-10 minutes.

Total time: 55 minutes - 1 hour 15 minutes.

Ingredients: 2 eggs, 100 g of vegetables (a combination of spinach, mushrooms and broccoli), 5 ml of olive oil, a pinch of salt (1 g), a small pinch of pepper, 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley (finely chopped, optional).

Preparation:

0. Prepare the broccoli. Clean the mushrooms and cut them into strips, and wash and drain the spinach.

1. Heat the oven to 180 °C (356 °F).

2. Boil the broccoli florets for 3-4 minutes or steam for 4-5 minutes, until they soften a little.

Anti-cellulite menu 7 days (Anticelulit jelovnik 7 Dana)

A shorter version of this 7-day plan can be found in the article 7-day anti-cellulite menu, if you want to plan your meals and days yourself.

DAY 1

After getting up: lukewarm water with the juice of half a lemon.

1 cup of water with the juice of half a lemon.

Breakfast: Oat flakes porridge with cinnamon, chia seeds and berries.

Ingredients: 50 g of oat flakes (rolled oats), 200 ml of milk (with less milk fat) or water, 1 teaspoon of chia seeds (5 g), 100 g of berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries or blackberries), a pinch of cinnamon.

Preparation:

1. Prepare the chia seeds (see general tips).

2. In the morning, you add that swollen chia seeds to ready-made hot or cold oat flakes porridge.

3 Anti-cellulite cabbage and cucumber salads (3 Anticelulit salate od kupusa i krastavca)

Content

1. Classic cabbage and cucumber salad
2. Cabbage and cucumber salad with yogurt dressing
3. Cabbage and cucumber salad with more fiber

Sadrzaj

1. Klasicna salata od kupusa i krastavca
2. Kupus i krastavac salata sa jogurt prelivom
3. Salata od kupusa i krastavca sa vise vlakana

Three varieties of anti-cellulite salad based on fresh cabbage and cucumber bring a combination of fiber, water, vitamins, minerals and healthy fats. They can be prepared as a light side dish with lean protein sources or as part of a balanced menu. The classic version is refreshing and simple, the version with yogurt dressing adds protein and a creamy texture, while the version with flaxseeds or chia seeds increases the fiber content and gives more satiety.

 1. Classic cabbage and cucumber salad 

Lightly refreshing salad rich in fiber, water and plant nutrients. The combination of crispy cabbage, cucumber, lemon and olive oil is suitable as a side dish with lean proteins in the anti-cellulite menu.

Tags: vegetarian recipe, vegan, for diabetics, for insulin resistance, for heart, for brain, anti-inflammatory, for energy, for skin, for hair, gluten free, keto, LCHF, low carbs, for stomach, for PCOS-PMOS, for gout, fit recipe, for weight loss, lean recipe, quick and easy, anti-cellulite menu.

Preparation time: 30 minutes.

Ingredients: 150 g of fresh cabbage, 100 g of cucumber, 1 teaspoon of olive oil, 10 ml of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar (about 2 teaspoons), a pinch of salt (1 g), a small pinch of ground pepper, 1 tablespoon of herbs (fresh parsley leaves or fresh dill, finely chopped).

Preparation:

1. Clean, wash and cut the cabbage into thin strips. Wash, peel and cut the cucumber into rings or crescents.

2. Add a little salt to the cabbage and mash it with your hands until it softens.

Baked potatoes and zucchini in the oven (Peceni krompir i tikvice u rerni)

Baked potatoes and zucchini from the oven are a simple, tasty and light side dish. Crunchy potatoes and juicy zucchini seasoned with olive oil, lemon, garlic and fresh parsley go well with fish or lean meat and fit into the anti-cellulite menu. Tags: vegetarian recipe, vegan, for diabetics, for insulin resistance, for the heart, for the brain, anti-inflammatory, for energy, for children, for school, bring to work, for skin, for hair, gluten free, for PCOS-PMOS, for Hashimoto's, for hypothyroidism, fit recipe, for weight loss, fasting recipe, anti-cellulite menu. Preparation time: 25 minutes. Baking time: 30–35 minutes. Cooling time: 5-10 minutes. Total time: 1 hour – 1 hour 10 minutes. Ingredients (for 3 servings): 450 g of potatoes, 600 g of zucchini, 30 ml of olive oil, 3 teaspoons of lemon juice, 1 ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, 3 tablespoons of fresh parsley leaves (finely chopped), a 3 x pinch of salt, 3 x pinch of pepper. Preparation: 1. Heat the oven to 200 °C (392 °F). 2. Wash, peel and cut the potatoes into cubes or thin slices. Wash the zucchini and cut into rings or semicircles.

How long to cook fresh vegetables on the stove? (Koliko dugo se kuva sveze povrce na sporetu?)

List for fresh vegetables (cooking in water, from the moment the water boils):

 Leafy vegetables 

1. SPINACH 

• Spinach (leaves) – 2–3 minutes

2. Swiss chard

• Swiss chard (leaves and stems cut to 3–5 cm) – 5–8 minutes

3. KALE

• Kale (leaves cut into 4–5 cm) – 8–12 minutes

3b. COLLARD GREENS 

• Collard greens (leafy kale) young leaves: about 15–25 minutes
• Collard greens (leafy kale) more mature, thicker leaves: about 30–45 minutes
• Collard greens (leafy kale) very firm leaves: up to 60 minutes

4. NETTLE

• Nettles (leaves) – 3–5 minutes

5. GREENS

• Greens (leaves cut into 2–3 cm strips) – 5–8 minutes

6. BOK CHOY

• Bok choy (pak choy): leaves – 2–3 minutes
• Bok choy: stems cut to 2–3 cm – 4–6 minutes
• Bok choy: whole small head - 5-7 minutes

How to cook beef round? (Kako skuvati juneci but?)

Beef round = beef topside.

Cooked beef round is a simple and nutritious dish in which the meat is soft and juicy by slow cooking in seasoned water. It can be served with cooked vegetables, a side dish of your choice or used to prepare soup and chowder, broth and other dishes.

Tags: for diabetics, for insulin resistance, for the heart, for the brain, high protein, for energy, for children, for school, bring to work, for skin, for hair, gluten free, keto, LCHF, low UH, for anemia, for PCOS-PMOS, for Hashimoto's, for hypothyroidism, for gout (with moderate meat intake), fit recipe, for weight loss, for stomach, anti-cellulite menu, for IBS (without onion only).

Preparation time: 20 minutes.

Cooking time: 1.5–2.5 h - 2.5–3 h.

Cooling time: 30 minutes.

Total time: 2 h 20 minutes - 3 h 50 minutes.

Ingredients (for 3 servings): 500 g of beef round, 1–1.5 l of water (to cover the meat), 1 teaspoon of salt (about 5 g), ½ teaspoon of peppercorns (about 10–15 grains), 1 dry bay leaf, 1 small onion (about 80 g, optional), 1 carrot (about 80 g), 2 sprigs of fresh parsley.

Preparation:

1. Cut the beef round (beef topside) into pieces about 5–6 cm in size (thickness). Peel the onion and carrot. Cut the onion in half and leave the carrot whole.

2. Place the beef round in a pan and pour cold water over it so that it is completely covered.

Dill sauce (Sos od mirodjije)

Dill sauce is a mild, creamy and aromatic sauce that is easy to prepare with just a few basic ingredients. It goes well with cooked meat, fish, potatoes and vegetables, and fresh dill gives it a distinctive smell and taste.

Tags: vegetarian recipe, vegan (if made with oil and plant-based milk), for the heart, for the brain, for the stomach, for Hashimoto's, for hypothyroidism, quick and easy.

Preparation time: 20-25 minutes.

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter or oil, 2 tablespoons of flour, 300 ml of milk or soup, 2-3 tablespoons of fresh dill (finely chopped), a pinch of salt, a pinch of pepper, a few drops of lemon juice (optional).

Preparation:

1. Melt the butter in a saucepan at a medium-low temperature (3 out of 6).

2. Add flour and fry briefly for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the flour smells slightly, but does not change color.

Hake from the oven (Oslic iz rerne)

A simple and healthy recipe for juicy hake from the oven with the aroma of lemon, garlic and fresh parsley. A light dish that is quickly prepared and goes well with vegetables or boiled potatoes.

Tags: fish dishes, for diabetics, for insulin resistance, for the heart, for the brain, for IBS, anti-inflammatory, high protein, for energy, gluten free, keto, LCHF, low UH, for the stomach, for anemia, for PCOS-PMOS, for Hashimoto's, for hypothyroidism, for gout, fit recipe, for weight loss, lean recipe, quick and easy, anti-cellulite menu.

Preparation time: 10-15 minutes.

Baking time: 15–25 minutes.

Total time: 25–40 minutes.

Ingredients: 2 fillets or 2 pieces of hake (about 400 g), 1 tablespoon of olive oil, juice of ½ lemon, 2 cloves of garlic (finely chopped), salt, pepper, and a leaf of fresh parsley.

Preparation:

1. Heat the oven to 200°C (392 °F).

2. Salt and pepper the fish.

Chia pudding with berries (Cia puding sa bobicastim vocem)

Anticellulite menu.

Chia pudding with berries is a light, nutritious and refreshing breakfast. It is rich in fiber, omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants, so it fits perfectly into the anti-cellulite menu.

Tags: vegetarian recipe, vegan (if plant-based milk is used), for diabetics, for insulin resistance, for the heart, for the brain, anti-inflammatory, for breakfast, for a snack, for energy, for the skin, for hair, gluten free, for the stomach, for PCOS-PMOS, for Hashimoto's, for hypothyroidism, fit recipe, for weight loss, fasting recipe (if plant-based milk is used), quick and easy, anti-cellulite menu.

Preparation time: 15 minutes.

Cooling time: 4-8 h

Total time: 4 h 15 minutes or 8 h 15 minutes.

Ingredients: 200 ml of milk, 2 tablespoons of chia seeds (about 25 g), 50–100 g of berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries or blackberries), a pinch of cinnamon (optional).

Preparation:

1. Pour milk into a jar or small jar and add chia seeds.

2. Mix well and leave for 5-10 minutes.

Crab burgers with chili for firefighters (Kraba pljeskavice sa cilijem za vatrogasce)

Juicy burgers with crab meat in chili sauce, with ginger aroma. The combination of seafood, fresh vegetables and creamy mayonnaise makes for a delicious protein-rich meal, ideal for a quick break during a shift or to bring for a shift.

Tags: for energy, bring to work, for school, for a snack, for lunch, high protein, for the brain, for the heart, for the skin, for the hair, fit recipe, quick and easy, shift meal, for firefighters, for police officers, seafood.

Preparation time for the crab filling: 30 minutes.

Time to prepare burgers: 15 minutes.

Total preparation time: 45 minutes.

Ingredients (for 2 burgers): 

For the crab filling: 200 g of cleaned crab meat (or a good substitute for crab meat such as surimi), 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 2 cloves of garlic (finely chopped), 10 g of fresh ginger root (about 2 cm, finely grated), 2 tablespoons of tomato puree, 1 tablespoon of sweet chili sauce, 1 teaspoon of soy sauce or substitute for soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 100 ml of water or fish broth, 1 tablespoon of corn starch (stirred in a little water), a pinch of salt, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice (5 ml);

For burgers: 2 burger buns, 1 tablespoon of butter, a few lettuce leaves, a few cucumber rings, 1-2 tablespoons of mayonnaise or lime mayonnaise (recipe follows).

Preparation:

1. In a frying pan, heat the olive oil at a medium temperature (4 out of 6) and briefly fry the garlic and ginger until fragrant.

2. Add tomato puree, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce or soy sauce substitute, sugar and water or broth, then stir.

Fit pancakes for diabetics and IR (Fit palacinke za dijabeticare i IR)

Recipe for fit pancakes for diabetics and insulin resistance plus a suggestion for the filling (at the end of the recipe).

These fit pancakes are rich in protein, fiber and healthy fats, so they provide a longer feeling of satiety and have a slower effect on the rise in blood sugar levels. They are an excellent choice for breakfast or a snack for people with diabetes type 2, insulin resistance or anyone who wants a balanced meal.

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Preparation time: 20 minutes.

Frying time: 35–55 minutes.

Preparation of the filling: 5 minutes.

Total preparation time: 1 hour - 1 hour 20 minutes.

Ingredients: 2 eggs, 150 g of Greek yogurt (full-fat), 40 g of oat flour (ground oat flakes - rolled oats), 40 g of almond flour, 15 g of ground flax, 1 tablespoon of psyllium, 1 teaspoon of baking powder (4-5 g), a pinch of salt, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 30-50 ml of water (as needed).

Preparation:

1. Beat eggs and Greek yogurt until you get a uniform mixture.

2. Add oat flour, almond flour, ground flax, psyllium, baking powder, salt and cinnamon.