| The South beach diet has been one of the most | | | | 3/4 tablespoons mild chili powder |
| popular ways to lose weight for several years. Now | | | | 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano |
| there is a new surge in popularity among Vegetarians. | | | | 1 1/2 cups water |
| The South beach diet is based on the intake of more | | | | 1 tablespoons tomato paste |
| Protein and less Carbohydrates, because of this, the | | | | 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt |
| diet has not been appealing to vegetarians. | | | | 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro |
| Vegetarians are now modifying the popular diet to fit | | | | Instructions |
| there lifestyle. There are lots of great vegetarian | | | | Drain and rinse the beans. Set aside. In a large |
| recipes available that work perfectly with the South | | | | saucepan, warm the oil over medium-high heat. Add |
| beach diet plan. During the first phase of this diet many | | | | the cumin seeds and sizzle for 5 seconds. Add the |
| dieter's experience weight loss of 8 to 12 pounds. | | | | garlic, onions, red peppers, green peppers, chili powder |
| A great recipe to start with is the Chili recipe below. | | | | and oregano. Sauté over medium-high heat for |
| Ingredients | | | | 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the beans and water. |
| 3/4 cup dried red kidney beans, soaked overnight | | | | Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and |
| 2 teaspoons olive oil | | | | simmer for 30 minutes. Uncover and simmer for 30 to |
| 1/2 teaspoon whole cumin seeds | | | | 45 minutes, or until the beans are tender. (Add more |
| 1/2 tablespoon chopped garlic | | | | water if the mixture becomes too dry during cooking.) |
| 3/4 cup coarsely chopped onions | | | | Stir in the tomato paste and salt. Cook for 2 minutes. |
| 1/2 large sweet red pepper, seeded and diced | | | | Just before serving, stir in the cilantro. |
| 1/2 large green pepper, seeded and diced | | | | |