Name: The Negative Calorie Diet
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon chopped garlic; 1 cup small-diced onions; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 8 cups mixed leafy greens (kale, collards, and mustard); 1 cup no-salt-added chickpeas (garbanzo beans); 1 quart unsalted chicken stock (such as Kitchen Basics); Salt; Freshly ground black pepper

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Caldo verde means "green broth" in Portuguese, and it is Portugal's unofficial national dish. This beautiful green soup is technically a hot smoothie, since its many nutritious greens are pureed together in a blender. Chickpeas are an important ingredient here, too. Fiber- and protein-rich, they've been shown in studies to help people lose weight. For added protein, top with 4 ounces of shredded chicken or add 2 dozen clams to the broth.

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