PREP TIME: 5 minutes + 4 hours to chill MAKES 6 servings Chia seeds have been used for centuries by the indigenous populations of Mexico and Guatemala, mainly in beverages. Chia naturally thickens liquids when soaked, creating a thick, creamy texture. This is a...
PREP TIME: 35 minutes + 3 hours to chill COOKING TIME: 5 minutes MAKES one 8- or 10-inch (20- or 25-cm) cheesecake (12 servings) This is one of our favorite cheesecake recipes. It is much lighter and silkier than a baked cheesecake, and because it is no-bake, it is...
PREP TIME: 10 minutes COOKING TIME: 5 minutes MAKES 8 servings (enough for 1 large pie or quiche) Did you think pastry was off-limits on a low-carb plan? So did we, until we discovered mozzarella pastry dough: a combination of mozzarella cheese, almond flour, and eggs...
PREP TIME: 20 minutes + 3 hours to chill COOKING TIME: 20 minutes MAKES 6 servings The combination of rhubarb and custard is a very British, very delicious, tried-and-true pairing. Rhubarb is in season in the spring and increasingly available in the United States, so...
Smoothies are a great way to get all of your nutrients and energy for the morning in a quick format that is easy to take on the go. BERRY BLITZ PROTEIN SMOOTHIE PREP TIME: 5 minutes MAKES 4 servings 2 cups (480 ml) unsweetened almond milk 2 cups (480 ml) ice ½ cup (75...
PREP TIME: 10 minutes + 3 hours to chill COOKING TIME: 15 minutes MAKES 4 servings This rich chocolate pudding combines a chocolate egg custard and a silky chocolate sauce for a double chocolatey match made in heaven. Pudding can be dressed up as an excellent no-fuss...
PREP TIME: 5 minutes MAKES 2 servings This refreshing “mocktail” can also be made into a real mojito with the addition of a bit of white rum or vodka. The flavors of mint and cucumber with a hint of raspberry make this an ideal summer beverage—virgin or not! 6 lime...
PREP TIME: 15 minutes + 1 hour to freeze COOKING TIME: 10 minutes MAKES 6 servings Sesame shrimp toast is a popular Chinese takeout item and usually consists of a flavorful shrimp paste spread on bread, coated in sesame seeds and deep-fried. This low-carb version...
PREP TIME: 5 minutes MAKES 2 servings This rich, creamy milkshake is a perfect pick-me-up when you don’t have time to make a dessert. Simply throw all the ingredients in a blender for one minute. If you have the time and the desire, top with whipped cream, nuts, and a...
PREP TIME: 10 minutes COOKING TIME: 20 minutes MAKES 8 biscuits (1 per serving) These moist, savory biscuits make an excellent breakfast or quick snack. Serve them warm with salted butter. 2 cups (220 g) almond flour 2 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon fine sea salt...
