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Lauren Lester

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Bacon-Wrapped Brussels Sprouts (low-carb, keto, paleo) 1h

Bacon-Wrapped Brussels Sprouts with Dijon Glaze

The perfect side dish or appetizer for Christmas and Thanksgiving. Even the usual sprout haters will love these bacon-wrapped Brussels sprouts brushed with sweet mustard sauce!

4g
Net Carbs
10.5g
Protein
16.1g
Fat
208
kcal
Low-Carb Gingerbread Loaf (grain-free, keto, primal) 35m

Low-Carb Gingerbread & Walnut Loaf

A healthy twist on a festive treat. This quick & easy, low-carb gingerbread loaf is topped with creamy vanilla icing and crumbled walnuts.

3.9g
Net Carbs
6.9g
Protein
22.2g
Fat
249
kcal
15m

Low-Carb Spiced Orange Cranberry Sauce

This sweet, tart & tangy spiced cranberry sauce is a must-have low-carb condiment for this year's holiday season.

5.2g
Net Carbs
0.3g
Protein
0.1g
Fat
27
kcal
Keto Jalapeño Cheese Bread (low-carb, primal, vegetarian) 20m

Keto Jalapeño Cheese Bread

This low-carb cheese bread is a tasty keto appetizer ready in just 20 minutes. Just like pizza bread and corn bread, it's great when dunked into some homemade marinara sauce or ranch dressing.

1.5g
Net Carbs
6.4g
Protein
5.9g
Fat
92
kcal
Chocolate Cupcakes with Avocado Buttercream (low-carb, keto, primal) 1h

Keto Chocolate Cupcakes with Avocado Buttercream

These keto chocolate cupcakes are made extra delicious with an easy avocado “buttercream”. They are sugar-free, gluten-free and dairy-free but 100% decadent.

5.4g
Net Carbs
8.1g
Protein
27.4g
Fat
299
kcal
Bacon & Cheese Broccoli Salad (low-carb, keto, primal) 20m

Low-Carb Bacon & Cheese Broccoli Salad

This tasty broccoli side salad is packed full of flavor, protein and healthy fats to keep you full for longer.

3.4g
Net Carbs
10.7g
Protein
35.9g
Fat
378
kcal
Keto Chocolate Almond Fudge Slices (low-carb, keto, paleo, vegan) 45m

Keto Chocolate Almond Fudge Slices

Delicious layers of vanilla flavored almond butter fudge topped with extra dark chocolate. A match made in heaven!

3.9g
Net Carbs
7g
Protein
26.8g
Fat
272
kcal
Sugar-Free Pumpkin Pie Fat Bombs (low-carb, keto, primal) 2h

Keto Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites

These 5-ingredient low carb treats are perfect for healthy Halloween snacking. Almost zero carbs and less than 10 minutes prep time!

0.6g
Net Carbs
0.5g
Protein
7.1g
Fat
66
kcal
35m

Skillet Almond Green Beans

This easy to make skillet low-carb side dish is perfect with roast pork, chicken or salmon.

6g
Net Carbs
3.7g
Protein
15.9g
Fat
186
kcal
Easy Low-Carb Cinnamon Roll Mousse (keto, primal, sugar-free) 5m

Easy Low-Carb Cinnamon Roll Mousse

Looking for a delicious yet simple low-carb treat? This healthy dessert only takes 5 minutes to prepare and uses just a few ingredients.

5.1g
Net Carbs
4.6g
Protein
29.3g
Fat
291
kcal
Healthy Prosciutto Goat Cheese Stuffed Peppers (low-carb, keto, primal) 20m

Easy Prosciutto Goat Cheese Stuffed Peppers

Roasted baby peppers stuffed with goat's cheese, garlic and herbs, all wrapped in Parma ham and drizzled with heart-healthy olive oil.

2.1g
Net Carbs
7.7g
Protein
9.1g
Fat
123
kcal
30m

Low-Carb Chicken Pesto Meatballs

These quick and easy low-carb meatballs are packed with flavor and healthy fats. They are ideal for keto lunchboxes!

4.3g
Net Carbs
27.3g
Protein
32.9g
Fat
424
kcal
Easy Nut-Free & Dairy-Free Pesto (low-carb, keto, paleo, vegan) 5m

Easy Nut-Free & Dairy-Free Basil Pesto

This easy dairy-free and nut-free pesto is the perfect topping for fresh salads, baked salmon or roast vegetables.

0.6g
Net Carbs
1.1g
Protein
7.4g
Fat
73
kcal
Low-Carb Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies (keto, primal, gluten-free) 35m

Low-Carb Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies

Enjoy the perfect marriage of these easy fudgy low-carb chocolate brownies and pumpkin pie spiced cheesecake.

3.7g
Net Carbs
5.2g
Protein
16.8g
Fat
184
kcal
Vegan Taco Stuffed Avocados (low-carb, keto, paleo) 15m

Keto Vegan Taco Stuffed Avocados

Stuffed avocados are such a great option for busy days. They are quick and easy to prepare and will fuel your body with goodness!

5.3g
Net Carbs
5g
Protein
31.6g
Fat
336
kcal
Keto Instant Pot Mexican Chicken Fajita Soup (low-carb, primal, grain-free) 25m

Instant Pot Mexican Chicken Fajita Soup

A tasty one-pot meal that requires minimum prep time. This low-carb chicken fajita soup is a healthy and comforting meal to warm you up on a cool fall day.

7.6g
Net Carbs
31.8g
Protein
35.9g
Fat
476
kcal
Healthy Bruschetta Stuffed Avocado (low-carb, keto, paleo, vegan) 10m

Low-Carb Bruschetta Stuffed Avocado

Swap the high-carb bread for nutrient-dense avocado in this quick and easy healthy appetizer.

4.6g
Net Carbs
2.7g
Protein
21.6g
Fat
237
kcal
Low-Carb Chicken Pecan Salad (keto, paleo, grain-free) 10m

Low-Carb Chicken Pecan Salad

Quick and easy low-carb and dairy-free salad made with a few common ingredients. A healthy nutritious dish ideal for lunchboxes.

3g
Net Carbs
36.2g
Protein
42.2g
Fat
542
kcal
Healthy Keto Breakfast Grits (low-carb, primal, vegetarian) 20m

Low-Carb Breakfast Grits

Make this creamy savory breakfast meal in less than 20 minutes. No corn and no grains, just healthy low-carb ingredients!

5.3g
Net Carbs
7.4g
Protein
29.5g
Fat
321
kcal
Healthy No-Cook Bento Lunchbox (low-carb, keto, primal) 10m

Keto No-Cook Bento Lunchbox

Too busy to cook? Pack yourself a satisfying and nutritious lunchbox. A healthy low-carb lunch that takes just a few minutes to prepare.

9.5g
Net Carbs
36.1g
Protein
40g
Fat
539
kcal
Healthy Low-Carb Marzipan (keto, paleo, vegan) 5m

Low-Carb Marzipan

A healthy sugar-free take on a classic marzipan recipe. You'll only need 4 ingredients!

1.7g
Net Carbs
2.9g
Protein
7g
Fat
82
kcal