DINNER

Broccoli and Cauliflower Soup with Bacon
Broccoli and cauliflower provide a nutrient-packed punch in this comforting soup. This recipe provides an ample serving of vitamin C and calcium. SLOW COOKER SIZE: MEDIUM 2 (14.5-ounce) cans chicken or vegetable broth1 medium onion, chopped3 cups cauliflower florets3...

Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Spicy Hollandaise
MAKES: 4 servingsPREPARATION TIME: 25 minutesCOOKING TIME: 6 hoursOnce they’ve been blanched, vitamin-C-rich cabbage leaves are handy vehicles for all sorts of fillings, like these fun-to-eat low-carb cabbage rolls, which are packed with beef, Cauli-Rice, and spices....

Spaghetti Squash Bolognese
MAKES: 6 servingsPREPARATION TIME: 25 minutesCOOKING TIME: 4 hoursSpaghetti squash is a great low-carb alternative to traditional pasta, and it’s more nutritious, too, because it sports potassium, vitamin A, and B vitamins, plus a significant amount of dietary fiber....

Slow Cooker Green Frittata
MAKES: 8 servingsPREPARATION TIME: 15 minutesCOOKING TIME: 3 hoursThis recipe is proof that anything can be made in a slow cooker—even a frittata! The trick is to place a piece of highly-absorbent paper towel on top of the bowl in order to soak up any excess moisture....

Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan
MAKES: 8 servingsPREPARATION TIME: 25 minutesCOOKING TIME: 4 hoursEggplant parm is usually off-menu on a low-carb lifestyle, because the eggplant slices are often doused in breadcrumbs. Not in this version, though! Whether you follow a vegetarian keto diet year-round...

Sardine Bouillabaisse
MAKES: 6 servingsPREPARATION TIME: 20 minutesCOOKING TIME: 1 hourI can’t think of a good reason not to eat sardines. They’re protein-rich and high in omega-3 fats; they’re budget-friendly; and they’re relatively sustainable, so they’re an environmentally sound choice....

Ranch Chicken Casserole
MAKES: 6 servingsPREPARATION TIME: 20 minutesCOOKING TIME: 35 minutesStarving? Never fear: twenty minutes is all it takes to pull together this hunger-slaying—and highly kid-friendly!—casserole. Just slather chicken and low-carb veggies in a two-ingredient homemade...

Poached Salmon With Lemon & Dill
MAKES: 4 servings PREPARATION TIME: 15 minutes COOKING TIME: 3 to 4 hours If you’re feeling pared-down and minimalist, all you want for dinner is a delicate, gently cooked piece of salmon. Just pop your salmon fillets into the slow cooker with rutabaga, fresh herbs,...

Pepperoni Cauli-Pizza Casserole
MAKES: 8 servings PREPARATION TIME: 20 minutes COOKING TIME: 30 minutes When you need a pizza fix in a hurry, you don’t have time to mess around with making crusts. That’s where this casserole comes in; it’s a simplified (yet equally delicious!) version of classic...

Korean Beef & Kimchi Stew
MAKES: 6 servingsPREPARATION TIME: 15 minutesCOOKING TIME: 4 hoursIf you’ve never tried kimchi—that is, Korean fermented cabbage—before, this stew is the place to start: kimchi is responsible for its amazing depth of flavor and slow-burning heat. Serve it over...