Real Talk 16th September 2015 by Online editors
5 Tasty Low-Carb Dinner Options To Try Tonight
Want a yummy protein-packed dinner, without an overload of carbs? We've got yo' back with these five yummy meals that are low in carbohydrate.
1. Prawn and chorizo frittata
This yummy frittata is full of flavour and with only 8g of carbohydrate per serve, definitely meets our low-carb quota. To top if off, it packs in a hefty 34g of protein and 7g grams of saturated fat. Plus, with only 35 minutes total cook time, it’s a handy one to meal prep at the start of the week, and have ready for those evenings you simply CBA cooking.
2. Oven Fried Chicken
Er, who says fried chicken can’t be a part of a healthy diet? This oven baked version is the perfect comfort food while still being low-carb, not to mention low on calories and high in protein. Serve it up with salad to keep things saintly.
3. Asian Beef Lettuce Wraps
This is a healthy twist on your Chinese takeaway fave, Yuk Sung. Except these little lettuce wraps have all of the flavour and half of the calories. Hungry? As a bonus, it only takes 10 minutes to rustle up, making it a quick ‘n’ easy low-carb dinner. Slide that menu back in the drawer, lady.
4. Sage Pork Chops
This recipe is really easy to make, and there aren’t a lot of ingredients involved either. You’ll need salt, sage, ground black pepper, one pork chop, butter and beef stock. This can be served with a variety of low-carb side dishes, such as pan fried asparagus, garlic green beans, or sauted mushrooms. Yum!
5. Sweet and Sour Broccoli Salad
Want a veggie-friendly option? This is a low-fat, low-carb dinner option that’s full of vitamin C and fibre. Combing blanched broccoli, sesame oil, sesame seeds, roasted cashews, scallions, and a homemade sweet and sour sauce, it’s a totally delicious way of enjoying your greens.