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Southern Broccoli Salad
This refreshing broccoli salad pairs well with any barbecued chicken, grilled fish or pork chops.
Scalloped Potatoes
Potato dishes are a common holiday item. Serve this creamy potato side at your holiday dinner. No one will even know it’s a “healthy” version of scalloped potatoes!
Low Carb Summer Vegetable Pasta
This summer vegetable pasta dish uses zucchini spirals to keep the carbohydrate lower than a traditional pasta. This delicious recipe which is veggie-packed with asparagus, broccoli, tomatoes, and a tasty lemony sauce. With just one bite, you won’t believe the pasta is made from zucchini!
Sweet Onion Frittata with Ham
Try out this savory recipe that is perfect for your busy mornings. You could also pair it with our Fresh Black Bean Salsa on the side.
Mini-Artichoke Cakes
These artichoke cakes are a unique and tasty appetizer or snack. Best of all – you build in the portion size by making them in muffin tins.
Tomato Basil Frittata
This frittata makes great use of leftover spaghetti. It has all of our favorite things like tomatoes, basil, and Parmigiano-Reggiano, and the extra protein from eggs. Use a good-quality egg that is lower in saturated fat. If you like spicy dishes, use the crushed red pepper flakes instead of the black pepper. Serve with a salad or fruit and you’ll have a high-protein, quick, and easy meal. You can also add vegetables such as asparagus or broccoli to this dish.
Turkey Skillet Casserole
With this hearty dish, the pasta cooks right in the sauce for a quick and easy one-pot meal. Turkey, mushrooms, and spinach give it a light touch. Instead of fresh turkey, you could use leftover turkey from a Thanksgiving feast! For a lower-carb version, use zucchini noodles instead of linguini.
25 Simple Snack Ideas
Related: To snack or not to snack? Read our article on healthy snacking, and whether or not snacking is right for you. NOTE: Calorie and carb amounts are approximate and do not include optional suggestions. 1. Turkey Cheese Wrap: Stack a slice of cheese on top of a slice of turkey deli meat. Top with a handful of fresh greens such as spinach or arugula and wrap tightly. (110 calories, 2 g carb) 2. Green Wrap: spread ¼ of an avocado over a small (6-inch) whole-wheat tortilla. Top with a handful of fresh greens such as spinach or arugula and wrap tightly. (160 calories, 18 g carb) 3. Savory
Chicken and Black Bean Burritos
Here’s how to make a restaurant-style burrito fresh at home. You could also substitute lean beef or pork for chicken in this recipe.