SNACKS
CUCUMBER LIME LAVENDER SPRITZER
MAKES: 1 serving · PREP TIME: 5 minutes The floral notes of the lavender pair perfectly with the lime to make an aromatic and fresh cocktail. This drink is also fantastic with gin or rum. INGREDIENTS •4 lime wedges, plus more for garnish •4 slices English cucumber,...
BLACK BEAUTY
MAKES: 1 serving · PREP TIME: 5 minutes This black pepper, blackberry, and vodka cocktail, or “Black Beauty,” as I like to call it, is simple to make but complex in flavor. The hint of black pepper really makes this drink. Trust me, don’t skip this ingredient; it...
TART CRANBERRY COOLER
MAKES: 1 serving · PREP TIME: 5 minutes This cocktail is so crisp and refreshing. Best of all, it is quick and easy to make, with only simple ingredients. If you are not a fan of gin, it is also great with vodka or rum. If you prefer a sweeter drink, simply add a...
STRAWBERRY MOJITO
MAKES: 1 serving · PREP TIME: 5 minutes Mojitos just scream summer to me. My husband and I love to entertain at home, especially during the summer months. We quadruple this recipe and mix up a pitcher to enjoy with friends out on our back patio. These mojitos are...
COLD BREW PROTEIN SHAKE
MAKES: 1 serving · PREP TIME: 10 minutes If there is something I love more than writing low-carb, keto recipes, it is coffee. So naturally, I will try to sneak coffee in wherever I can. I am a huge fan of cold brew coffee, so I figured why not combine a delicious keto...
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH PANCETTA
MAKES: 6 servings · PREP TIME: 10 minutes · COOK TIME: 10 minutes In case you aren’t familiar with pancetta, it is just Italian bacon. So if you can’t find it at your local grocery store, you can simply substitute regular bacon. This dish will still taste fantastic. I...
OVEN-ROASTED CABBAGE STEAKS
MAKES: 6 servings (1 slice per serving) · PREP TIME: 10 minutes · COOK TIME: 45 minutes Not only are these roasted cabbage steaks a good side dish on their own, but they are amazing with Barbecue Pulled Pork (here) or Slow Cooker Crispy Pork Carnitas (here) served on...
MAPLE BACON BRUSSELS SPROUTS
MAKES: 6 servings · PREP TIME: 15 minutes · COOK TIME: 30 minutes Maple syrup with Brussels sprouts? Now that’s an idea I can get behind. These are salty and sweet and will even have your kids asking for seconds. INGREDIENTS •2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and...
Cheesy Herbed Roasted Cauliflower
MAKES: 6 servings · PREP TIME: 15 minutes · COOK TIME: 35 minutes Would you believe me if I told you that I wasn’t always a fan of cauliflower? I didn’t come around to the whole cauliflower craze until I started living a low-carb lifestyle. Prior to that, it was just...
KALE AND CABBAGE CHOPPED SALAD
MAKES: 10 servings · PREP TIME: 15 minutes The heartiness of cabbage, kale, and Brussels sprouts makes this the perfect salad for weekly meal prep because it keeps in the refrigerator longer than a premade lettuce-based salad would. The natural bitterness of the kale...
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