Generally Christmas menus are heavy, fattening, and high in calories and thus most people look forward to eating really light, after Christmas meals. Eating light, after Christmas holidays is also very important for switching back to a healthy lifestyle.

People also put on weight after Christmas, and everyone wants to find a way of getting back in shape. Sometimes  due to our lifestyle we do not practice what we aim to do. But still, if you have the urge to lead a healthy lifestyle, you can make a start somewhere.

Tips for Light Eating after Christmas  

 Instead of missing lunches and dinners, try to have a balanced meal. Eat everything you like but modestly.

Keep trying new recipes. Food is to be enjoyed all the times.

After indulging in a lot of heavy stuff this Christmas, it is actually the time to savor some light bites.Try out these light dishes:-

• Chickpea and tomato soup

This easy to make, ten minute soup can be best relished during the lunchtime. All you have to do is to boil chickpeas, passata, grlic and spices after sauteeing them in olive oil. Simply add some stock and serve it well seasoned with salt and pepper along with a few drops of lemon juice. A garnish of yogurt and fresh herbs is bound to enliven your appetite once again. 

• Pan-fried plaice with lettuce hearts and lemon

This  delightful recipe with the flavour of plaice and the sweet taste of lettuce along with a hint of lemon can be prepared by cooking the fillets of plaice and lettuce hearts in butter until the fish turns opaque. The dish is served with warm lemon juice poured on top and makes a nutritious and appealing light side dish. 

Begin your new year with these light bites and stay fit and healthy throughout!

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