Crispy Zucchini Nests

Crispy Zucchini Nests

Looking for that perfect side dish for your steak, pork, or chicken? These crispy zucchini nests go with pretty much anything and are incredibly easy to make. This recipe is great, especially if you are able to find already pre-spiralized zucchini! Both prep time and cook time are fairly quick, making it a suitable meal for anyone on-the-go. You can fill these nests with pretty much anything but today we used bacon, onions, and cheese for a perfect side dish. Yields 6 two nest servings ...

Coconut Peanut Butter Balls

Coconut Peanut Butter Balls

Got that sweet tooth that you just can’t satisfy? You probably can with these peanut butter balls! They taste exactly like a peanut butter cup...except no sugar! For this recipe, it’s best to use a powdered sugar substitute otherwise you will taste granules. I used powdered erythritol, but you can substitute this with xylitol. If it’s not powdered, you can always stick it in a food processor or blender and make a powder that way. Now while this recipe is super easy, it’s also very ...

Keto Chorizo Shakshuka

Keto Chorizo Shakshuka

Shakshuka is a traditional Middle Eastern or North African dish of eggs poached in a flavorful tomato sauce. It’s a one pan family-style dish that is easy to prepare using everyday ingredients. Typically the sauce is vegetarian and may include beans or potatoes. This keto version of Chorizo Shakshuka is a twist on the traditional and incorporates some Mexican flavors. It’s made with spicy chorizo sausage and tomatoes, simmered with chili powder and cumin, and topped with queso fresco and ...

Before Keto, I Could Barely Walk First Thing in the Morning

Before Keto, I Could Barely Walk First Thing in the Morning

I used to body build in my early twenties, but when I stopped I gained a tremendous amount of weight due to poor diet and inactivity. For years I was just gaining until I got to a astounding 257 for my 5'8" tall body, which was grossly overweight. After four years I began Brazilian jiu-jitsu (8 years ago), and changed my diet and immediately lost weight. Once my body settled into activity again, the poor diet messed me up once more and for the past 7.5 yrs, I was an accordion of weight loss and ...

Crispy Keto Pork Bites

Crispy Keto Pork Bites

These simple crispy pork bites with a creamy blue cheese sauce make the perfect snack, entertainers nibbles, or delicious dinner treat. Something a bit crispy, a bit salty, creamy, and a little bit sweet. Why not have them with your favorite greens for dinner? I do! Are you an entertainer? Are you always looking for keto friendly snacks to make that your guests will love? Look no further. These have always been a winner with my friends and family. They go before I can almost get a look ...

Keto Cream Cheese Truffles

Keto Cream Cheese Truffles

These keto fat bomb cream cheese truffles are decadent bites full of chocolate, coffee, and rum flavors. Instead of using chocolate we're using unsweetened cocoa powder and cream cheese to make up the bulk of the truffle. You won't have to worry about finding a specialty chocolate brand to make these. There's also no cooking involved, so they are incredibly easy to make. You will need to plan ahead so that they are properly chilled before serving. If they are not cold then the truffles ...

After Doing Keto Diet, I Can Keep Up with My Kids, All Day

After Doing Keto Diet, I Can Keep Up with My Kids, All Day

I am a wife and mother to six wonderful kiddos. Two of this kids I gave birth to in my thirties. I have always been told I "carry my weight well" but after the two babies, I was bigger than I'd ever been. I spent three years trying different diets and weight loss supplements. I even sold plexus for a while but only lost around 20lbs using it. I was eating what I thought was healthy, fruit smoothies and low fat food, but I kept getting bigger and more depressed. I started keto in Jan 16 2017 ...

Toasted Coconut Lemon Squares

Toasted Coconut Lemon Squares

Summer is in full swing, for me anyway, and there are very few recipes that I am willing to crank up my oven and sweat it out just for something sweet. These keto fat bomb lemon squares are one of those recipes. Not just because lemon squares (aka lemon bars) are a beloved dessert staple that has transcended time and potlucks everywhere, but because these are Toasted Coconut Lemon Squares and everyone knows that the sweet and salty crunch of coconut makes everything better. Traditional ...

Berry Bomb Pops

Berry Bomb Pops

Bomb Pops are such a classic and nostalgic summer treat, especially with Independence Day right around the corner. Kids love popsicles, and with temperatures and humidity on the rise they are always looking for ways to cool off. I know you don’t love giving them the traditional sugar and dyed filled version so I created these natural treats. These kid-friendly Berry Bomb Pops use natural ingredients, real fruit, and no added processed sugar. They are the perfect treat kids and adults can feel ...

Baked Sea Bass with Herb Cauliflower Salad

Baked Sea Bass with Herb Cauliflower Salad

This is one of those meals that is great for serving friends as it seems impressive but is actually really easy to prepare. They won’t even realize it’s keto! This baked sea bass with herbed cauliflower salad is full of delicious Mediterranean flavors. As we head into summer it’s great for dining alfresco or putting on the BBQ. This cauliflower salad will soon become your new favorite staple as it’s so easy to prepare and really versatile for pairing with other cuts of meat and fish. The ...