Key Ingredients: Jalapenos contain capsaicin, which studies suggest may boost metabolism as well as decrease appetite, while beans provide resistant starch, a type of fiber that appears to increase short-term satiety and, according to animal studies, reduce body fat.
Serves: 2 to 4
Ingredients:
3 cups zucchini (green and golden)
1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced bell peppers
3/4 cup diced carrots
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
2 stalks celery, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon coriander
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Place all ingredients in a slow cooker and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours.
