This traditional recipe is low carb if you substitute regular spaghetti for Mung Bean Pasta. If you have a hard time finding the pasta use farro pasta instead of regular white pasta. This will still increase the carb count so read your lables. Although it also seems high in calories [...]
This Creole classic is a heart warming dish sure to keep you warm and fill your belly on a cool fall evening. Try adding some seafood like shrimp or mussels. This dish freezes well so make a double batch for another quick meal. At 15g of protein and only 4 [...]
This low carb high protein pasta is
Adapted from: CHICKPEA QUINOA BURGERS by Esther's Executive Chef Deb Gleason I have been following Esther the Wonder Pig's FB for the last few months and recently they began Esther's Kitchen. It is full of fabulous recipes and kitchen hints and tricks. I tweeked this recipe a bit to bring [...]
With BBQ season here I have been searching for other things to throw on for a little more variety. Avocado is so easy and very good for you. It is very low in Cholesterol and Sodium and is also a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K and [...]
This pasta alternative is gluten free, low carb and low cal. They take a little longer to make than regular pasta but worth the wait. To make noodles for four I use 4 washed medium zucchinis. Using a spiralizer or a julienne peeler, pass the peeler down one side of [...]
Parsnip rice is a great substitution for regular rice and it doesn't need to be heated since you will use it as a base for something piping hot. You can also use coriander root or carrots if you would like a more subtle taste. Parsnip rice is a lower carb [...]
These veggies are a great mix of flavours. I chose to bake the veggies,as I don't have a dehydrator in the over at 350 for about 15 minutes till they were tender and warm. You could also dehydrate then in a slow oven at the lowest temperature your oven will [...]
This pie is awesome, very flavourful and satisfying! The key to keeping the carbs down in this recipe is using the Mission Carb Balance tortillas. If you choose to use traditional tortillas the carb count will go up an fibre and protein will go down. Although the carbs seem high, [...]
This is a hearty soup that is ready in just one hour. Adding the kale at the end keeps it slightly crunchy and flavourful. For added richness toss a Parmesan rind into the broth while cooking. A great vegetarian dish with only 13.2g net carbs and 11.5g of protein. I [...]
The beauty of BBQ'd food is it is generally carb free or low in crarbs. It all depends on the sauces you use and store bought sauces are LOADED with sugar and salt. This dish only has 1 1/2 tsp of brown sugar which can easily be substituted for stevia [...]
This French dish traditionally is heavy on the calories but with a few minor changes, calories were cut without cutting flavour. Use skinless chicken, lean bacon and forget about the butter.
Chili is a perfect meal for families on the go. Turkey is low fat and high protein and the salsa adds a little extra flair. Top with low-fat shredded cheese and for a little kick add some jalape
This meal is simple to make and a hit with the kids! With high protein and low fat nice this little package dinner is a welcome change from plain week night chicken dinner. Clean up is a breeze too!
This recipe is a staple around our house. It is easy to make and a nice alternative to rolling cabbage rolls. It can be made a ahead of time and put in the fridge until you are ready to bake it. It has a high protein count and you could [...]
This is one of our family favourites but as we all know the key to a happy family is compromise. So to please all I usually make 1/2 traditional potato and the other half low carb mashed cauliflower for the carb conscience. You could also try mixed veggies or chopped [...]