What are some low-carb recipes?
From W8MD weight loss and sleep centers
Low-carb diets have become increasingly popular in recent years due to their potential to help with weight loss and improve blood sugar control. The good news is that there are plenty of delicious and easy low-carb recipes to choose from. Here are some ideas:
- Cauliflower fried rice: this low-carb version of a classic Chinese dish is made by pulsing cauliflower florets in a food processor until they resemble rice grains. Then, sauté the "Rice" with veggies like carrots, peas, and onions, and top with scrambled eggs and soy sauce.
- Zucchini lasagna: swap traditional lasagna noodles for thin slices of zucchini to make a delicious low-carb version of this classic Italian dish. Layer the zucchini slices with ricotta cheese, ground beef, and tomato sauce for a hearty meal.
- Egg muffins: whisk together eggs, diced vegetables, and cheese, then pour the mixture into a muffin tin and bake. These egg muffins can be customized to include your favorite veggies, like spinach, mushrooms, and bell peppers.
- Grilled chicken and vegetable skewers: skewer chunks of chicken breast and vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes, and grill until the chicken is cooked through and the veggies are tender.
- Portobello mushroom pizzas: swap traditional pizza crust for large portobello mushrooms, then top with pizza sauce, cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings, like pepperoni, mushrooms, and onions.
- Cauliflower pizza crust: pulse cauliflower in a food processor until it resembles rice, then mix with eggs, cheese, and seasonings to make a low-carb pizza crust. Top with your favorite pizza toppings and bake.
- Spaghetti squash pad Thai: roast spaghetti squash until tender, then use a fork to scrape out the flesh into spaghetti-like strands. Toss with a homemade pad thai sauce made from peanut butter, soy sauce, and lime juice, along with sautéed veggies and chicken or shrimp.
- Baked avocado egg boats: halve an avocado and scoop out a small amount of flesh to create a well in the center. Crack an egg into the well and bake until the egg is set. Top with cheese and diced tomatoes.
