Here are three easy, low-calorie vegan recipes that are great for weight loss:

1. Vegan Lentil Soup

This hearty soup is rich in protein and fiber, keeping you full while being low in calories.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried lentils (rinsed)
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp turmeric
• Salt, pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Sauté the onion and garlic in a pot until softened.
2. Add diced carrots, cumin, and turmeric. Cook for 2 minutes.
3. Add lentils, tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Simmer for 30 minutes until lentils are soft.
4. Season with salt and pepper.

2. Chickpea Salad

A fresh and protein-packed salad that is low in calories but full of nutrients.

Ingredients:

• 1 can chickpeas (rinsed)
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 red onion, diced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt, pepper, parsley for seasoning

Instructions:

1. Combine chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, and onion in a bowl.
2. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
3. Season with salt, pepper, and parsley.

3. Zucchini Noodles with Marinara Sauce

A low-carb pasta alternative with a rich tomato-based sauce.

Ingredients:

• 2 zucchinis (spiralized into noodles)
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt, pepper, and fresh basil

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil.
2. Add diced tomatoes, cook for 10 minutes.
3. Spiralize zucchinis and sauté for 2 minutes.
4. Serve zucchini noodles topped with the sauce.

These meals are easy to prepare, low in calories, and full of nutrients to help you manage your weight effectively!