Low-carb recipes

Make one of these low-carb chef-inspired dishes for dinner, like marinated chicken breasts or spiced pork tenderloin.

Low-Carb Cauliflower Fake Rice

This recipe shows how easy it is to transform cauliflower into a healthy low-carb meal or side dish—our version has only about 1/4 the carbs found in rice.

Grilled salmon steak with edamame beans

With its rich flavor and high omega-3 content, salmon is perfect for lean dishes. Add a vibrant flavor by stuffing the fillets with a fresh herb mixture through the slits.

Oven-Baked Dinner: Hoisin-Glazed Salmon and Bok Choy

This simple yet filling dish can be assembled and cooked on a single rimmed baking sheet in just minutes. What could be better?

Asparagus Noodles with Pesto Sauce

This recipe calls for a vegetable peeler, which is used to cut asparagus stalks into long strips for vegetable "spaghetti."

Fried Spicy Shrimp

Rachel's Shrimp with Fennel is one of the lowest-carb dishes around. It's made with large shrimp and spices and contains only 1 gram of carbs per serving.

Baked shrimp with herbs

This healthy, protein-rich shrimp dinner uses a generous serving of kale, which wilts during roasting. Grapeseed oil is a wonderful neutral alternative to olive oil, which could overpower the sweet and tangy flavor of the shrimp curry.

Oven-baked chicken with aromatic herbs and roasted root vegetables

Eddie shares his low-carb recipe for a whole roasted chicken with carrots, rutabaga, and turnips. Chances are, there won't be any leftovers!

Ratatouille in the microwave

Microwaving eggplant, zucchini, and tomato slices, beautifully arranged in a pie dish, saves a significant amount of time. It also uses less olive oil than traditional ratatouille—a Provençal appetizer or side dish in which each ingredient is diced and sautéed separately.

Pan-fried halibut with pumpkin seeds, capers, cherry tomatoes and basil

Top the halibut with fresh cherry tomato sauce, brined capers and toasted pumpkin seeds.

Chicken Piccata with Capers

Chicken piccata typically features a generous helping of butter and wine. But this lighter version of the Italian dish uses white wine vinegar and just a touch of oil for the sauce—it's so rich that the difference is barely noticeable.

Fried cauliflower

Ree's Spicy Vegetarian Stir-Fry is packed with bold flavor but requires only 7 ingredients, most of which you probably already have in your kitchen.

Pork tenderloin stuffed with mushrooms

Pork tenderloin stuffed with a mushroom, bacon, and parsley mixture is a filling and attractive main dish perfect for entertaining, with only 3 grams of carbs per serving.

Steamed bok choy with Asian seasonings

A serving of bok choy drizzled with sesame oil and spices contains only 4 grams of carbohydrates.

Baked Halibut with Crispy Breading and Swiss Chard

The combination of meaty halibut fillet, Swiss chard, and vibrant herbs makes for a filling meal that tastes like it was prepared at a restaurant.



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Simple Turkey Meatloaf

This classic dish replaces the beef and bread crumbs with oatmeal and ground turkey, but it's just as filling as the meatloaf you know from childhood.

Salmon with lemon, capers and rosemary, baked in foil

Grill salmon in foil for a fresh, easy, and hassle-free meal.

Tomato soup with shrimp

Marcela's spicy soup contains lots of vegetables, shrimp and a whole bouquet of flavors.

Buffalo Cauliflower with Blue Cheese Dip

Enjoy your favorite party appetizer in a new form. Cauliflower with spicy buffalo spices and a creamy blue cheese sauce is just as delicious as chicken wings, but with fewer calories and fat.

Salmon with tomatoes, baked in foil

Wrap salmon in foil and bake in the oven for an easy, succulent dish served in individual portions.

Roman-style chicken

Giada cooks the chicken in a rich, flavorful blend of prosciutto, white wine, and Italian spices.

Grilled Meatloaf in Foil

What makes this low-carb, low-fat meatloaf cook faster than the traditional oven-baked version? The secret is the reflective surface of the foil pouch, which traps and amplifies heat like a mini oven.

Marinated flank steak with blue cheese sauce

A creamy sauce takes this marinated steak to the next level. Low-fat buttermilk offers a wonderfully creamy texture while still containing the same fat as 1% milk. And the blue cheese requires no substitution: just a small amount is enough.

Pork tenderloin baked in spices

Dry marinades are great for infusing dishes with vibrant flavor without the need for a lot of oil or butter. Ellie uses oregano, cumin, coriander, and thyme for her marinade.

Buffalo Salad with Chicken and Blue Cheese Dressing

Ellie makes a healthier version of a classic dish without sacrificing the original flavor. The secret to a blue cheese dressing that contains only half the calories and a third the fat of a traditional topping? Greek yogurt!

Fried Mahi Mahi Fish Fillet with Cauliflower

Almonds, raisins and coriander provide a balance of nutty and sweet flavors in this fish dish.

Oven-baked cauliflower in puffed rice breading

Cauliflower is truly versatile. It makes a delicious mashed potato, a great vegetable steak, and now you can even enjoy it as a snack – crispy balls. For the gluten-free breading, we use rice cereal. A hot oven (and cooking spray) will give you a crispy crust without deep-frying.

Grilled chicken thighs in teriyaki sauce

Enjoy the taste of your favorite Chinese restaurant dish, lower in salt and carbs. Baked chicken thighs are topped with a delicious homemade teriyaki sauce.

Chicken salad with grapes and curry

This salad will give you energy and vitality. Juicy grapes and crunchy almonds perfectly balance the spiciness of the curry. Low-fat, plain yogurt ensures a smooth texture, so you'll need much less mayonnaise.

Pan-fried chicken breast marinated in herbs

Tip: Marinate chicken breasts in a zip-lock bag—then they'll keep in the freezer for up to two weeks. On a weekday, defrost the meat in the refrigerator and grill.

Grilled leg of lamb with asparagus and mint chimichurri sauce

Fresh chimichurri sauce with garlic, parsley, mint and lemon juice makes the classic combination of lamb and mint truly special.

Pan-fried stuffed chicken breast with kale and corn filling

Nutritious kale and sweet corn are rich in vitamin A. Pepper Jack cheese adds a bright tang and also holds the chicken filling together. If you don't like spicy food, try Monterey Jack or Havarti cheese—the filling will be smooth and not too hot.

Yogurt sauce with dill and cucumber

Make a simple party dip with unsweetened yogurt, dill, and fresh cucumber slices. For a light appetizer, serve the dip with vegetable slices instead of crackers or chips.

Stuffed champignons

These crab stuffed mushrooms make the perfect appetizer for a party.

Chicken and 40 cloves of garlic

Alton Brown's chicken recipe is a garlic lover's paradise. Each serving has only 6 grams of carbs, and it's elegant enough to serve as a dinner party.







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