This stuffed mini pepper appetizer is a real party pleaser and perfect as the start to Mexican night. Making your own taco seasoning is easy and healthier for you than the preserved stuff that comes in packets. For a heartier variation you can opt to repurpose lean...
This healthier broccoli salad tastes just like you remember--only it uses lighter ingredients overall and way less mayo. Foreman grill up the turkey bacon ahead of time and that will make the assembly that much easier. With the extra protein from the yogurt, along...
This low-sugar picnic coleslaw is a great side dish for any meal, and especially during the summer. It’s super easy to make when you buy pre-shredded cabbage. The apple and toasted nuts add additional crunch and natural sweetness. The dressing remains low-sugar and...
This summer black bean salad has been around in my family for a long time. My sister Ellen made it so often that she nearly tried to claim it as her black bean salad but since it actually first appeared in (I believe) the July issue of Prevention magazine back in 1999...
This almond butter mixed nut low-carb trail mix is similar to my Peanutty Low-Carb Granola except with entirely different flavors. Unlike commercial trail mixes it doesn't have any added sugars--either in the form of honey or even dried fruit. And yet it still has...
This peanutty low-carb granola isn't a granola at all, as it doesn't have oats nor all the loaded added sugars. Instead, it gives the delightful crunch you'd expect along with a natural sweetness in the form of raw coconut, a surprising slight saltiness from the...
This twice baked cauliflower recipe is a perfect low-starch side or comfort food that makes a great alternative to its high-carb cousin (twice baked potatoes). This means it's appropriate for those with diabetes or those wanting to follow a low-carb lifestyle, and is...
This cilantro lime slaw is a great side dish for summer, or a fantastic topping for beachy meals such as Grilled Fish Tacos, or something like a jerk-seasoned chicken. It's super easy to make and tastes best with fresh shredded cabbage (although for convenience, you...
These zucchini chips are a new favorite low-carb snack of mine. Although they take a long time dehydrating at a slow temperature in the oven (plan on a day when you're working from home for several hours), they're incredibly easy. And even family and friends who don't...