Pasta is the favorite food of many people! The dish is perfect for Sunday lunch, family reunion or a romantic dinner. Too bad the masses are often banned from diets and considered "enemies of the balance".
But contrary to what it seems, pasta is not always a villain for those looking to lose weight. If prepared healthily, it can be a great alternative to varying dishes from day to day.
Different types of pasta
1. Traditional noodles: There are many types of noodles available on the market. The most common is made with white flour. According to nutritionist Marina Donadi, this type of pasta is a source of simple carbohydrate, ie turns sugar quickly in the body. The downside of this option is that because it is easy to digest, the feeling of hunger appears soon.
2. Colorful Pasta: There are still colorful noodles, which contain vegetables in their composition, but Marina Donadi says they should not replace the consumption of vegetables.
3. Whole noodles: The highlight of the expert goes to the whole pasta, the best option for those seeking a healthy diet and without weight gain. This is because it is a complex carbohydrate that takes time to digest and prolongs the feeling of satiety. In addition, this type of pasta is rich in fiber, which aids the proper functioning of the intestines, and has other nutrients such as B vitamins, magnesium and iron.
After all, noodles get fat?
Marina Donadi explains that if consumed in excess, the masses can gain weight. But isn't the problem just in the mass? Often the real culprits are the side dishes. White sauce, bacon, roast chicken? There are numerous options added to pasta in the dish of Brazilians, and it is common to find more caloric sauces than the pasta itself.
But Donadi says that by making the right choices, pasta is a good source of energy and doesn't hurt weight loss. To make you a friend of your diet, the secret is in preparation. Try to make healthy choices, such as replacing the white sauce with the natural tomato sauce and the greasy side dishes for the leaner ones. Adding vegetables is also a great idea to vary the preparation and spice up the dish.
Consuming pasta with a source of lean protein, such as skinless chicken, fish and light turkey breast, is another tip for the nutritionist. According to Marina Donadi, protein slows down your body's absorption of carbohydrate, making you feel sated longer.
Revenue
Check out two simple and healthy recipes recommended by the nutritionist to include pasta now in your diet:
Whole Tuna Pasta
Calories: 360 (approximately)
Ingredients
- 80g whole grain pasta
- 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
- 2 tablespoons chopped onion
- Braised olive oil
- 3 tablespoons tomato sauce
- 3 tablespoons grated tuna
- Salt and pepper to taste
Method of preparation:
- Cook the pasta, drain and set aside.
- In a nonstick skillet, sauté the onion and garlic in a drizzle of olive oil.
- Add tomato sauce and tuna. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Put the sauce over the pasta and serve then.
Pasta in light white sauce
Calories: 400 (approximately)
Ingredients
- 80g whole grain pasta
- 2 tablespoons chopped onion
- Braised olive oil
- 1 tablespoon light curd
- 2 tablespoons skimmed milk
- 1 slice of minced turkey breast
- 1/2 cup cooked and diced broccoli
- 2 spoons of pea
- Salt and pepper to taste
Method of preparation:
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