With the rise of lifestyle diseases like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart diseases, many people strive to achieve cleaner lifestyles.
Due to this, nutritionists have come up with diets that could facilitate eating healthy.
Some of these diets include keto, paleo, Mediterranean, gluten-free, vegan, and noom diets.
Noom diet is becoming popular, and many people are starting to follow it. But what is the noom diet?
What is the Noom diet?
Noom diet is a new diet that has gathered lots of followers in a brief period.
Many love it because, unlike other diets, it does not restrict you from eating some foods but encourages you to eat more nutritious foods.
This diet is ideal for people for weight loss and healthy living.
A coach will educate you on the foods that are best for you and those that are not. This training and education are done via an app, the Noom app.
How does Noom work
If you decide to follow the Noom diet, then you must know how it works first.
Download the App
You can download the app from Playstore if you have an android phone or Appstore if you use an iPhone.
There is a free trial period where you will be introduced to the program and learn how to use and navigate the app. After some time, you will be required to make monthly payments.
Through the app, you will be given a personalized weight loss diet plan. This will be determined by your weight, goals, and activity level. Then you will be given a coach and recommended to join a support group.
You should record every meal you eat in the app. You will also access workout plans and articles on healthy living and noom dieting.
Learn about food categories
The Noom diet categorizes food in three main categories based on colors.
Green. This is foods that are low in calories and usually very high in fiber. These foods include vegetables, fruits, and whole grains. They are filling, and because of the high fibers, they are easily digestible. They are very nutritious.
Yellow. This is the second category of food. It consists of foods that have moderate nutrients. They also have moderate calories, which are a bit more than green foods. They include foods like yogurts, beans, low-fat meat. You should enjoy these foods in moderation.
Red. Red is the most miniature nutritious food, has the most calories, and should be rarely enjoyed. They include alcohol, nuts, red meat, and chocolates.
Noom recommends its users eat meals that have a lot of green foods. Include yellow foods in moderation too. The green and yellow foods will let you stay full for longer. You can enjoy the red foods once in a while.
Most people avoid dieting because they do not know what to eat, while some people believe that diet foods are bland and not delicious. This is a significant misconception, and I am here to share with you some of the most delicious Noom recipes.
Noom breakfast ideas
Do not be disturbed if you are stuck on what to take for breakfast that suits a Noom diet.
Many options for a noom breakfast are guaranteed to make even the pickiest eaters lick their fingers. Most of these options will also be perfect as noom snacks.
1. Healthy Breakfast Burrito Recipe
Burritos are some of the things you can still enjoy on a Noom diet. You can have these delicious healthy burritos for breakfast. They are easy to make and affordable.
This breakfast consists of eggs, cheese, avocado, and vegetables. All these ingredients are healthy and fit for the noom diet.
You can also use any vegetable leftovers you might have to make this meal. You can add in some sweet potatoes to get a sweet, divine taste.
Enjoy this savory, healthy breakfast with your family before work and school.
Here is the recipe.
2. Strawberry Oatmeal Breakfast Bars recipe
I love a good breakfast. A delicious breakfast will set the pace for the whole day.
So on those days that I wake up in a good mood, I prefer making these delicious strawberry oatmeal bars. These cute babies are delicious and fun.
The strawberries make these tasty oatmeal bars tastier and healthier. Strawberries are high in vitamin C and are rich in fiber.
This means these cute bars will not only liven up your day, but they are also a sure way to start your day healthily and positively.
You can enjoy them as a snack, too, therefore make sure you pack a few bars for your kids to enjoy in school.
Here is the recipe.
3. Apple Cinnamon Banana Oatmeal
These delicious apple-cinnamon-banana oatmeal square bars are to die for. They are delicious, just as they are cute.
They are 100% vegan and gluten-free, making them healthy. You can take them as part of your Noom diet for breakfast.
Oatmeal is delicious and healthy with lots of fiber. However, we have to agree that not everyone loves the taste of oats
If you are one of those people, you can use this recipe to make your oats more interesting.
Enjoy these delicious bars with a glass of milk if you want or fresh juice.
Here is the recipe.
4. Healthy breakfast sandwich
Sandwiches are a favorite for most people, especially Americans. We grew up enjoy sandwiches for breakfast, during picnics, lunch, and as a midday snack. However, sandwiches can have many calories, making them one of the least healthy foods we consume.
Do not fret. This recipe will help you make healthy sandwiches that will go well with your Noom diet needs.
It contains whole wheat buns, which have lots of fibers, veggies, and eggs. These sandwiches are easy to prepare and perfect for a weekday morning.
Here is the recipe.
5. Customizable microwave eggs
I believe eggs are meant for breakfast. They are delicious and give enough energy to kickstart the day.
I love these customizable microwave eggs because I can make them in only 2 minutes. They are delicious ad perfect if you want to lose weight.
You can customize these eggs as you wish. For example, throw in your favorite vegetables.
You can as well make it scrambled or an omelet with your favorite vegetable. These customizable microwave eggs are gluten-free and have low calories.
Use only egg whites if you wish, but there is no harm in using the yolk too. In the case of egg whites only, double the number of eggs you use to have the most amount of proteins, enough to take you through the whole day.
Here is the recipe.
6. Apple Banana Oatmeal
Oatmeal is a must-have if you are looking to lose weight. Gratefully it is affordable and versatile, making it the most exciting breakfast meal. In addition, you can customize it as much as you want to fit your needs.
I like it most when I add fruits to it. When you add bananas, it gives the oats some natural sweetness.
Adding the apple gives the soft oatmeal a crunch and additional flavor. The difference in the texture of the apple, bananas, and oatmeals is to die for
You can flavor your oatmeal more by adding some cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla.
This is a quick 7-minutes recipe that is perfect for a busy working mom.
Serve it at the temperatures you prefer, but I enjoy mine when still hot.
Here is the recipe.
7. Orange Carrot Smoothie
On cold winter mornings, I love to kickstart my day with a smoothie. Unlike the days when I start the day with hot coffee, I make smoothies.
For that reason, I tend to be more energetic the whole day. I enjoy different kinds of smoothies, but this orange carrot smoothie stands out for me.
This delicious, spicy smoothing looks as good as it tastes. It is healthy and consists of lots of vitamins and nutrients. If your kids have the flu or cold, prepare this for them. It is sweet and tart.
Be careful when adding the oranges. Ensure you do not add the albedo( the white fleshy part between the skin and the juice sac) since it might make your drinks bitter.
Instead, add some turmeric for flavor as well as other health reasons like antioxidation.
Here is the recipe.
8. Avocado Egg Noom Recipe
Most Noom breakfast recipes recommend eggs and avocado. This is because eggs and avocado go so well together.
This combination has been eaten together for a long time, making it a classic dish.
This recipe recommends baby asparagus, balsamic vinegar, and some crushed black pepper to make this dish divine. If you have never tried black pepper on eggs, then you are missing out on a lot.
However, if you do not have the above ingredients, you can still enjoy this meal the traditional way.
This breakfast is flavourful, delicious, and fancy. However, it falls under yellow zone foods; therefore, you should eat this food in moderation.
However, you should not worry; this dish will leave you full after eating only a small portion of food.
Here is the recipe.
9. Banana Cookie Overnight Oats.
Bananas are God’s gift to humankind. They are delicious, and this recipe brings out the best in them.
Banana cookie overnight oats are fast and easy to prepare. You will prepare this the day before and store it overnight in a refrigerator.
You can add vanilla, peanut butter, and granola for some extra flavor and crunch.
Take it in the morning with toppings of your choice. I like to add strawberries and more bananas because bananas are never enough.
You can also add blueberries, walnuts, and cinnamon.
Here is the recipe.
10. Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
Quinoa is delicious and perfect for breakfast. You might be perplexed if you have never had quinoa for breakfast but do not be.
Quinoa is a delicious way to fill your stomach in the morning and a source of energy.
To make it more delicious, add some avocado to make it creamy and cooked eggs to better the flavor.
Finally, add some garlic and lemon pepper to give it a spicy kick.
Here is the recipe.
11. Low-Calorie Breakfast Casserole
This is a low-calorie breakfast casserole that will leave your family coming back for more.
It is a yellow zone Noom dish with only 131 calories per serving. It is very filling, and it will keep you energetic for most of the day.
This recipe is easy to follow, and you can make it on the weekend. You can make it in bulk and have it for four mornings.
Do not worry. It will still be fresh if stored well.
Serve it while hot. Enjoy.
Here is the recipe.
Noom Snack Recipes
12. Mini Ham and Cheese Quinoa Cups
Mini Ham and cheese quinoa are cute little cuplike delicacies that you can never get enough of.
They are delicious and very healthy. Your family will thank you for this delicacy.
They are tiny, maybe two-bite delights. They contain green ingredients like shredded zucchini and other healthy ingredients like whole eggs and cooked quinoa. Go easy on the cheese.
Each piece of mini ham and cheese quinoa contains only 50 calories making it one of the healthiest dishes for a Noom breakfast.
Serve these Mini Ham and Cheese Quinoa cups when having guests over as a snack for breakfast or brunch, and watch even the pickiest eater’s eyes widen with delight.
Here is the recipe.
13. Almond Flour Banana Nut Muffins(Gluten-free)
This is another excellent and fancy low-calorie dish that is perfect as a snack or for breakfast. These muffins are light and fluffy.
They are perfectly moist and taste so good. They are high in proteins, making them the best dish for breakfast.
Because of the almond flour, the muffins will be a bit nutty. Unlike wheat flour, almond flour is buttery and light hence responsible for the airy muffins. The complex flavor brought about by the different flavourful ingredients will get you hooked.
You can make these muffins ahead of time and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months—microwave for 60 seconds to reheat them.
Serve with fresh, sugarless juice for breakfast or as a snack.
Here is the recipe.
14. Sweet potato and carrot rostis
Sweet potatoes and carrot rostis make one of the best snack or breakfast foods when checking your weight.
It is perfect for a Noom diet. You can enjoy the rostis at any time of the day and as part of any meal.
Although they are not time-consuming to make, you can make the rostis ahead of time and keep them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Enjoy this rostis for breakfast while still hot with orange juice or for lunch and dinner as an accompaniment.
Here is the recipe
15. Zucchini Bread Oatmeal.
I love summer so much. Not only because of the weather but also because of the farm produce present in the market.
There are so many fresh foods at this time of the year. Every time I go to the grocery store, I first head to the section with zucchini, because why not? We do not enjoy zucchini as much during other seasons.
Zucchini is the green zone category in the Noom way of life. They are filling and have a lot of water.
They can be taken raw in a salad or cooked in many different ways. You can roast, grill, take it as noodles, steamed in smoothies, and even bake them.
Zucchini is nutritious, making this zucchini bread oatmeal one of the most nutritious foods in the world.
This bread is soft, fluffy, and creamy. It is aromatic because of the oats cooking.
Serve and enjoy with almond butter and walnut toppings.
Here is the recipe.
16. Healthy Yogurt Oat Blueberry Cake
This cake falls in the yellow zone of the Noom food categories. It is delicious and filling.
It is not too sweet, which I believe makes it better than most cakes.
This cake is deliciously moist. Because of the lots of blueberries, every bite is a burst of juicy flavor that will get you addicted in no time.
Enjoy this cake as a snack, dessert, and for breakfast. However, it has 168 calories per serving; therefore, be careful not to overeat it.
Serve it as it is alongside your favorite fresh, sugarless fruit juice for breakfast.
Here is the recipe
17. Healthy Baked Parmesan Zucchini Fries
Zucchini is delicious, and so are these Parmesan zucchini fries. They taste better than potato fries without all the starch and are a perfect snack.
These zucchini fries are easy to make. They are low carb, and you do not need breadcrumbs to make them.
If you want it to be more flavourful, and different herbs and spices.
I always add paprika and chili flakes. I cannot eat food without the hot spicy kick brought about by chili.
Remember to use low-carb coating like almond flour or pork rinds.
Garnish with parsley and serve while hot.
Here is the recipe.
18. Zucchini Parmesan Crisps.
Zucchini is so versatile. If you liked the Parmesan zucchini fries above, then you will like these zucchini crisps.
They swerve as a healthy snack. They are crispy, delicious, and flavourful. But, beware, they are very addictive too.
For the flour, use almond flour instead of all-purpose flour. Almond flour is healthier and more flavourful.
In addition, it is nutty and creamy, making your zucchini parmesan crisps delicious.
Here is the recipe.
Other Noom Recipes
19. Corn and Black beans Burrito (With Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice and Crispy Carnitas)
Corn and Black beans burritos are heavenly, but this version takes it a notch higher, making it one of the best high-volume foods.
High volume foods are foods with low calories amounts compared to their size.
It is crunchy and flavourful, perfect for a weekend brunch. Despite the long name, preparing this burrito is easy if you follow the recipe correctly.
Here is the recipe.
20. Taco stuffed sweet potatoes.
We love tacos. I bet you do. An American home will not be complete without a taco night in the meal plan.
However, when you are following the noom diet, they might not be the healthiest foods to eat. That is why we have Taco-stuffed sweet potatoes.
These sweet potato tacos are perfect for a taco night. It is easy to make and will be ready in less than 20 minutes.
Follow the recipe to get the perfect taco-stuffed sweet potatoes.
However, do not be shy to experiment and add your favorite spices and herbs.
Here is the recipe.
21. Noom Shrimp Biryani
Indian foods are spicy delicious. However, if you are a Noom follower, you do not need to worry about enjoying your favorite Indian foods.
There is quite a number that are green according to the noom app. This Shrimp biryani is one of them.
According to the app, this noom shrimp biryani is 92% green and low in calories.
Therefore you can enjoy it when hosting guests or hanging out with friends on the weekend.
Serve it hot with a side of stir broccoli.
Here is the recipe.
22. Noom friendly instant pot brown rice chicken risotto.
The hardest thing to do when I started the noom diet was to reduce rice. Rice is delicious and fancy. It is addictive, and I had to eat it at least once every day.
But I was glad to learn that the noom diet does not restrict brown rice, which instantly became my favorite.
This Instant Pot Brown Rice Chicken Risotto has to be one of my best rice chicken recipes. This is a green dish in the noom app.
It is easy to make and does not need you to spend a lot of time in the kitchen.
Enjoy it while still hot.
Here is the recipe.
23. Corn and Tomato Chowder
The noom app has hundreds of amazing recipes, and this is one of them. It is 97% green and low in calories, making it one of the healthiest meals available.
I love to enjoy this corn and tomato chowder in the evening after a long day at work.
However, if you want the best results, use fresh tomatoes. Canned tomatoes will not bring out a similar divine result.
Enjoy while hot.
Here is the recipe.
24. Sheet Pan French Toast mixed with Berry sauce
This is an easy-to-fix french toast that is low in calories and perfect for a noom diet.
It will only take a short moment to make but is guaranteed to leave you full for a long time.
Enjoy it with your favorite fruit juice. Ensure the juice is fresh and sugarless.
Here is the recipe.
25. Teriyaki chicken lettuce wraps
These have to be the cutest wrapped teriyaki chicken. These teriyaki chicken lettuce wraps are low carb and perfect for a noom snack.
You can also enjoy them for dinner or lunch.
I guarantee you it is filling. Therefore, do not make too much unless you plan on eating it the next day.
Here is the recipe.
26. Bruschetta Burger Bowl
Satisfy your burger cravings with this healthy Bruschetta burger bowl. The whole meal is 325 calories if you follow the recipe to the latter.
It makes a dish enough for 2. This makes it an excellent weight-watching dish.
Most of the ingredients are green, too perfect for noom. Take this meal for lunch at work or home.
Here is the recipe.
27. Noom nerd’s low-calorie chicken tortilla soup
This is a low-calorie dense soup that tastes so good. This recipe is easy to follow, and all you need are a few ingredients.
It can be spicy if you prefer it that way. Add some chili flakes to get that fantastic kick.
Enjoy the soup with fresh jalapeno slices and crisp tortilla strips.
Here is the recipe.
28. Noom Green Meal Big bowl of yum
This Noome green meal is to die for. Unlike most healthy meals where you eat but never get satisfied, you will with this one.
It tastes so good and is very filling. All you need are a few ingredients.
You can follow the recipe, but you can also add a tweak or two to yours to suit your needs.
Wrap your bowl contents with a lettuce leaf and enjoy the delicious different textures and crunch.
Here is the recipe.
29. Turkey Zucchini Meatloaf with feta
This is a healthy meatloaf that is low in carbs and filled with lots of vegetables. It has a lot of protein, making it a must-have in your noom meal plan.
However, it falls in the yellow zone; therefore, you should take it in moderation.
However, it is filled with many vegetables and is a fun way to make your kids eat vegetables.
It tastes lighter than utmost meatloaves and is more flavourful. Enjoy this delicious meatloaf fr dinner on a weeknight.
Here is the recipe.
30. The Best Healthy Turkey Chili
This is a healthy meal that consists of ground beef, corn, and kidney beans. It falls in the yellow zone on a Noom diet.
You will need an hour to make this meal, therefore make it on a weekend if you go to work on weekdays.
I like to spice mine more and add some extra hot chili peppers, but you do not have to.
Instead, cook this high protein and fiber dish for your family and watch them come for second rounds.
Here is the recipe.
Conclusion
Noom diet is the way to go. Of course, you do not have to stop enjoying your favorite foods, but with the Noom way of like, you will learn what to eat more and what not to.
With the help of the recipes above, you can start this fantastic lifestyle towards a better and healthier you.
