Instant Pot baked potatoes are without a doubt one of the easiest ways to whip up a side dish — even easier than oven roasted potatoes or one pan steak and potatoes! I’ll show you how to make baked potatoes in the Instant Pot with a few simple ingredients, and you can upgrade them with your favorite toppings and mains. They’ll become a regular healthy side dish in your meal prep!...
One tricky thing to know about a low carb lifestyle is that not all fruit is keto… so where does pineapple stand on the spectrum? Is pineapple keto, even? Time to set the record straight… let’s dive into carbs in pineapple and how you can fit pineapple flavor into your low carb way of eating. If you’re looking for more quick keto food guidance, take a look at this detailed low carb food list or easy-reference keto cheat sheets....
Is it a snack or is it a treat? It doesn’t matter with these low carb protein bars! My delicious keto protein bars recipe is both. Not only is it incredibly healthy (wait until you see the ingredients it’s made of!), but it takes just 15 minutes of prep time to make to make these high protein low carb bars. Store a stash of these keto friendly protein bars for post-workout bite or that 3pm snack session....
Forget about boxed mixes and prepackaged pudding cups! This sugar-free vanilla pudding will satisfy your cravings for a cool, creamy treat, all with real ingredients and super simple prep. I based this recipe on my keto chocolate pudding recipe, with a few swaps. And, keto vanilla pudding tastes as sweet and creamy as the conventional kind, with just a few minutes of hands-on time. Is Sugar-Free Pudding Keto? Some boxed sugar-free puddings would technically be considered dirty keto before you prepare them, as they have about 5 grams carbs per serving....
Tartar sauce is one of those tricky foods that we assume is low carb… but it’s usually sweetened with sugar or corn syrup! Keto tartar sauce to the rescue. And before you start thinking it’s going to require a bunch of ingredients or take a long time, this low carb tartar sauce comes together with just 6 basic ingredients and 5 minutes. It tastes so much better than the stuff from the store, you’ll never go back....
Keto chicken parmesan is such an easy and filling dinner – breaded chicken, sweet marinara, gooey mozzarella… what’s not to like? This low carb chicken parmesan recipe has the same authentic flavors, without all the carbs! And not only is it easy to make, but it’s made with a secret ingredient that ensures a crispy keto chicken parm crust that actually sticks. (Want a vegetarian take on chicken parm? Try cauliflower parmesan!...
This homemade keto simple syrup can be used in so many different ways and requires just two ingredients: Besti + water! Not only is sugar-free simple syrup incredibly easy to make, but the particular sweetener used here makes it the best low carb simple syrup recipe. It dissolves effortlessly and tastes just like a sugar simple syrup. Use it for all of your keto cocktails! What Is Simple Syrup? Simple syrup is a slightly viscous, clear syrup, made of a 1:1 solution just sugar and water....
This post is sponsored by WhiskWare. All opinions are my own and I only share products I personally love. Thanks for supporting the brands that make this site possible! You are in for a treat with this simple homemade carne asada recipe! Because there’s so much to love about it. Not only is it incredibly versatile, but it’s so simple to make. This easy carne asada marinade takes just 5 minutes to prep and 7 ingredients....
Once you learn how to make this classic three bean salad recipe, you’ll want to take it to every picnic, cookout, and potluck (right along with bowlfuls of creamy cucumber salad and avocado corn salad)! My 7-year-old daughter was so excited when I made this and asked for seconds. I’ll show you how to make a 3 bean salad that livens up unassuming canned beans and transforms them into a fast and flavorful side dish — no cooking needed!...
My younger daughter’s first birthday is just around the corner, and I’m excited! I made this warm ranch crack dip recipe with bacon and cream cheese for my other daughter’s party last month and it was a big hit. It’s definitely making an appearance again this time! What Is Crack Dip? I have no idea where crack dip with bacon originated. I’ve seen pictures floating around Pinterest for years, but don’t know who came up with it first....
When it gets too hot to make baked pork chops, or if you want a totally foolproof way to make ’em, easy air fryer pork chops are just the thing! They cook up tender and juicy (no breading needed), without having to turn on the oven. And – bonus! – they are even quicker to make than the oven version. Once you learn how to cook pork chops in the air fryer, you might never go back!...
These crispy buffalo cauliflower bites, sometimes called buffalo cauliflower wings due to their resemblance to buffalo chicken wings, are one of the best ways to classic buffalo flavor — all while sneaking in a veggie and without deep frying. I’ll show you how to make them two ways (baked buffalo cauliflower or buffalo cauliflower in the air fryer) for an easy snack or side dish on game day… or any time you need to shake up your veggies....
When it comes to keto fruits, carb counts in varieties like peaches, mangos, and cantaloupe can easily max out your daily macros. So, just how many carbs in plums? Are plums keto, even? Let’s go over the answers here, plus ways to enjoy the taste of this fruit on a low carb lifestyle. New to counting carbs or keto? Learn the keto diet basics here and grab my printable keto cheat sheet system to make it easy....
Chicken adds an instant protein boost to any salad, and Caprese is no exception! That’s why I know you’ll love this Caprese salad with chicken. It’s one of my favorite ways to make Caesar salad with chicken or green goddess salad flavorful and filling. Same goes for Caprese salads! This chicken Caprese salad has loads of flavor from fresh mozzarella, basil, and a balsamic glaze, and chicken to make it an easy meal....
I have a slight suspicion that you’ll want to eat this Mediterranean salad recipe with sun-dried tomato vinaigrette ALL summer long. I love Greek food in the summer. The flavors are tangy, and the fresh produce in salads like this Mediterranean chopped salad are so refreshing! Personally, I eat this all year long, BUT when the gardens are bursting with more tomatoes and cucumbers than you know what to do with, it’s especially a good time for easy Mediterranean cucumber salad....
When it comes to a carb-counting lifestyle, not all vegetables fit with keto macros… but what about cucumbers? Are cucumbers keto? Let’s take a closer look at cucumber carbs, plus keto cucumber recipes to enjoy their fresh flavor with this way of eating. New to counting carbs or keto? Learn the keto diet basics here and grab my printable keto cheat sheet system to make it easy. Are Cucumbers Keto Friendly?...
There are about a million and a half broccoli cheese soup recipes out there. You may be wondering why you need me to tell you how to make broccoli cheese soup. Well, the recipes I’ve seen tend to use flour as a thickener, have a long list of ingredients, or just take a while to prepare. Today I’m sharing my quick and simple version of easy broccoli cheese soup (also called homemade broccoli cheddar soup)....
One of the best ways to use all that summer zucchini? Zucchini lasagna, zucchini ravioli… or for a fun twist, these zucchini lasagna roll ups with ricotta, mozzarella, and naturally sweet Italian marinara! They have all of the lasagna flavors we love, in a light and low-carb zucchini “pasta” for a version that’s just as satisfying without all the carbs. It’s the perfect way to turn simple roasted zucchini into a more filling dish....
One of the best parts of keto is learning about all the foods you can truly enjoy — even foods that may have been off-limits before, like chicken wings and pork rinds. Bacon doesn’t jive with all diets, but is bacon keto? We’ll go over the number of carbs in bacon, plus irresistible keto bacon recipes to satisfy all your cravings. Looking for more keto food resources? This comprehensive keto food list and keto cheat sheets will help you find answers fast....
This easy keto waffle recipe captures all the golden, crisp flavor you love in conventional waffles — without sugar or grains! Best of all, these almond flour waffles use basic pantry ingredients. (They even count as paleo waffles, too!) It’s one of the best keto breakfast recipes that the whole family can enjoy. You’ll want to make a double batch! I originally published this post when we just got back from a beach vacation, and I couldn’t stop talking about how much I missed my almond flour and coconut flour....
