17 Low-Carb Recipes That Are So Simple, You'll Never Be Tempted by Takeout Again

Published on 22 July 2019 at 12:20

There's nothing quite like the crush of work stress and family responsibilities to throw you off your weight-loss goals. When you need to satisfy a deadline-induced craving for a crunchy snack or throw together a weeknight dinner fast, it's essential to have simple, healthy recipes in your back pocket. These low-carb dishes will help you do just that. From make-ahead snacks like kale chips and roasted edamame to breakfasts, lunches, and dinners that require few ingredients or dishes, or very little prep time, you'll have everything you need to stay on track. Here's to a healthier, happier you — whatever the week throws your way.

Sheet-Pan Fajitas

In just under 20 minutes, you can transform a boring chicken breast into the most juicy and zesty fajita filling. Serve it with cauliflower rice or low-carb tortillas.

Get the recipe: sheet-pan fajitas
Carbs per serving: 6 grams

Baked Eggs in Avocado

This super-filling breakfast is rich in fibre and omega-3 fatty acids, and there's nothing simpler than cracking an egg into an avocado and popping it in the oven.

Get the recipe: egg baked in an avocado
Carbs per serving: 18 grams

Kale Chips

Creamy vegan cashew cheese meets crunchy, zesty kale chips for this delicious low-carb snack.

Get the recipe: kale chips
Carbs per serving: 11 grams

Baked Buffalo Wings

This recipe for baked wings cuts the calories in half but doesn't compromise on texture or taste.

Get the recipe: baked buffalo wings
Carbs per serving: 5 grams

Thai Citrus Chicken Salad

To make this office-ready salad even more low-carb, omit the sugar in the dressing or replace it with a low-calorie sweetener.

Get the recipe: Thai citrus chicken salad
Carbs per serving: 12 grams

Creamy, Low-Carb Cauliflower "Potato" Salad

Cauliflower does it again in this "potato" salad dish. Prep it in the evening and let it chill overnight.

Get the recipe: creamy, low-carb cauliflower "potato" salad
Carbs per serving: 14 grams

Paleo Meatballs

This recipe is so flavourful you won't miss the breadcrumbs that give traditional meatballs their texture. Pair them with marinara sauce and courgette noodles, and dinner is served.

Get the recipe: Paleo meatballs
Carbs per serving: 3 grams

Spaghetti Squash Mac and Cheese

You can still indulge in this American classic thanks to spaghetti squash. One cup of traditional pasta can have up to 43 grams of carbs, while the veggie noodles are around 7 grams.

Get the recipe here: spaghetti squash mac and cheese
Carbs per serving: 17 grams

Italian-Style Stuffed Peppers

These stuffed peppers are ready in a pinch, and they're less than 300 calories per serving with a whopping 32 grams of protein.

Get the recipe: Italian-style stuffed peppers
Carbs per serving: 7 grams

Roasted Edamame

If you're craving a crunchy snack, try protein-rich edamame, roasted in olive oil, salt, and sesame seeds. Half the carbs in each serving come from fibre.

Get the recipe: roasted edamame
Carbs per serving: 11 grams

Low-Calorie Chocolate Almond Smoothie

Satisfy your chocolate cravings with this yummy smoothie — it requires just four ingredients and contains less than two grams of sugar.

Get the recipe: chocolate almond smoothie
Carbs per serving: 6 grams