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Garlic Butter Braised Cabbage

Garlic Butter Braised Cabbage

June 26, 2018 by Leave a Comment

It seems like I am continually trying to find the perfect side dish to keep me from sneaking and snacking on the carb-laden foods that my family provides for parties. I’m always tempted with the creamy, flour-based sauces and the starchy root vegetable and breading combos. My mother so ritualistically shares these, so this year I am showing everyone up with this fantastic buttery, creamy, braised cabbage! Braising is a cooking technique often used for meat. The first step involves searing ...

Keto Enchilada Bowl

Keto Enchilada Bowl

March 2, 2023 by Leave a Comment

Who doesn’t like an enchilada? By removing the carbs and serving the tasty ingredients in a bowl, now keto dieters can enjoy them too. When making this dish you can choose to add chicken or make them vegetarian. Either way, they’ll provide you with a filling meal for lunch or dinner. To make these bowls of goodness, you first need to make the sauce and then cook the chicken and vegetables. Start by making the sauce and then set it aside. Next, if you’re going with chicken, cook the thighs ...

Spinach, Herb & Feta Wrap

Spinach, Herb & Feta Wrap

June 6, 2017 by 6 Comments

One of my favorite pre-keto breakfast indulgences was the infamous Spinach Feta Wrap by the one and only Starbucks. Seemingly healthy, right? Spinach and egg whites with chopped sun-dried tomatoes and feta, all wrapped up in a toasty whole grain wrap; only the whole grain wrap was big enough to feed a 2.5 adults and the amount of egg was disappointing. Down that beautifully toasted, gluten-heavy breakfast wrap along with Venti Mocha and you’re looking at more carbohydrates than I’d like to ...

Cold Zucchini Salad

Cold Zucchini Salad

April 9, 2020 by 1 Comment

This cold zucchini salad is the perfect summery salad for serving alongside BBQ.  We create this with sauteed zucchini, celery, lots of onion, and a mayonnaise-based dressing.  This salad is great for making ahead because it's even better if you let it sit overnight. There's no need to bust out the spiralizer or even the vegetable peeler because the zucchini is very simply chopped, which gives it a great chunky texture.  Try adding some rotisserie chicken and feta cheese for a heartier ...

Spiced Bacon Deviled Eggs

Spiced Bacon Deviled Eggs

December 13, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Deviled eggs are an extremely versatile food. You can serve them as an appetizer, a breakfast, or even for lunch. They're delicious one-biters and will please almost anyone you give them to. I've not met many people who don't like bacon and eggs (besides vegetarians/vegans). The moment you put them in your mouth, the rosemary hits you - filling your mouth with an herbaceous aroma and taste. As you chew, the dijon and bacon comes through, refreshing your entire palette. The egg whites start to ...

The 3 Ketogenic Diets Explained: SKD, CKD & TKD

The 3 Ketogenic Diets Explained: SKD, CKD & TKD

November 4, 2013 by 10 Comments

Depending on your goals and activity levels, you may need to experiment with different variations of the ketogenic diet to get the best results. For most people, the standard ketogenic diet is all we need to reach our desired body weight. However, if you train at a high intensity regularly, you may struggle to keep up with your workouts after restricting carbohydrate intake. In this case, it may be better to use carbs as a tool to boost performance, and the best way to do this is by using a ...

Keto Chorizo Shakshuka

Keto Chorizo Shakshuka

July 11, 2017 by 5 Comments

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 ...

Vegan Teriyaki Grilled Eggplant

Vegan Teriyaki Grilled Eggplant

July 5, 2018 by Leave a Comment

Satisfy your teriyaki cravings with this light and low-carb grilled eggplant! Perfect as a vegan side dish to pair with stir-fry cauli-rice or pan-seared tofu, this quick and simple veggie puts an Asian spin on one of my favorite veggies: the eggplant. Teriyaki was always one of my go-to orders when eating at a sushi restaurant. Whether it was teriyaki fried tofu or just a plate of teriyaki vegetables, I always felt like I was making a healthier choice, until I realized just how much ...

Cheesy Hearts of Palm Dip

Cheesy Hearts of Palm Dip

October 31, 2017 by Leave a Comment

If you are sick of missing out on hot, cheesy, dips because you are dairy sensitive then this recipe is for you! If you are toying with the idea of doing less meat or are already a strict vegetarian, this recipe gives you the texture of crab by using the low-carb vegetable hearts of palm. Hearts of palm is the inner core of the palm tree bud. It’s often harvested from many different types of palm trees, including coconut. This vegetable is high in fiber, potassium, iron, zinc, phosphorus, ...

What is the Slow Carb Diet?

What is the Slow Carb Diet?

April 22, 2020 by Leave a Comment

Like the ketogenic diet, the slow carb diet is based on simple rules and low-carb whole foods that can help promote fat loss and health improvement. Both diets have led to incredible weight loss results of 100 pounds or more. That being said, the slow carb diet sets itself apart from other low-carb diet plans in many ways, including the incorporation of some carb-rich foods and a cheat day once a week. This approach may sound refreshingly easy, and it can be highly effective, but there are ...