Spinach basil pesto is a protein and fiber-rich meal for HCG diet phase 2. Each cup of spinach contains a gram of protein which helps maintain satiety. Fiber, on the other hand, plays a big role in a diet as it reduces cholesterol levels and aids in achieving a healthy weight. You can also have this recipe in case you experience constipation during the VLCD phase.nIngredients:n• A cup of baby spinachn• A handful of fresh basiln• 3 fresh garlic clovesn• 1 ½ tablespoon of apple cider vinegarn• 1 freshly squeezed lemon juicen• ¼ teaspoon of oreganon• Seasalt and black peppern• 100 grams of lean chicken meatnCooking Instructions:n• Place the apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, sea salt, and pepper into a small bowl. Stir or whisk until well combined, and set aside.n• Place the spinach, fresh basil, and garlic cloves into a food processor to chop.n• Slowly add the vinegar and lemon juice mixture while the food processor or blender is running.n• Stop and scrape the edges of the container to get all the pesto mixture towards the bottom.nn• Pulse a few more times until it becomes a paste-like texture.n• Trim any visible fat from the chicken meat. Season the chicken meat with approved HCG spices.n• Grill or bake the chicken but avoid putting oils or fat.n• Cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.n• Place the cooked chicken breast on top of the spinach pesto. Season with salt and pepper and it’s ready to serve.

This recipe is suitable for the very low-calorie phase of the HCG diet. Beef is naturally rich in protein, which helps muscle growth and supports muscle mass during rapid fat burning. It increases your satiety and suppresses your appetite. While on HCG shots, ensure to count your calorie intake to avoid overeating.nIngredients:n• 100 grams of lean beefn• 1 large tomaton• 2 cup watern• Chili and garlic powdern• Black pepper and cayenne peppern• Himalayan saltnCooking Instructions:n• Ensure to remove the fatty part of the meat.n• Place the beef on the grill tray for a minute or two to sweat out any remaining fat.n• Cut the beef into small pieces.n• Transfer the beef, tomato, water, and seasoning into a crock pot, slow cooker, or saucepan.n• Bring the mixture to a boil and then turn down the heat and simmer for at least 1 hour.n• If you are using a crock pot or slow cooker, cook on high for 30 minutes, then turn to low for an hour.n• Serve onto a plate, garnish with coriander or parsley, and service with a vegetable of your choice from the approved list of HCG Phase 2 vegetables.