Vegetable Stew for Weight Loss

Prepare the oven

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Prepare the vegetables

In a large bowl, mix broccoli, peppers, carrot, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and garlic.

Make the cheese sauce

In another bowl, whisk together the light cheese, low-fat milk, eggs, salt, pepper, basil, and oregano.

Assemble the baking dish

Lightly grease a baking dish with oil or use shortening.
Spread the vegetables evenly in the dish, then pour the cheese sauce over them.

Bake

Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Serve

Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Why This Works for Weight Loss

• Packed with vegetables that are high in fiber and nutrients.

• Low in calories and fat thanks to light cheese and low-fat milk.

• High in protein from eggs and cheese, which helps keep you full longer.