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Shrimp & Black Bean Chili Verde
View recipe: Shrimp & Black Bean Chili VerdeTomatillo–green chile broth, tender shrimp, black beans, cilantro, and a bright lime finish. Servings: 10 ≈ 300 kcal, Protein: 46–47 g, Net Carbs: ≈ 10.5 g, Fiber: ≈ 12.4 g, Saturated Fat: ≈ 1.2 g 🧂 Ingredients Base Seasoning Fiber balance Finish 🔪 Directions 1. Sauté aromatics 2. Build the verde base 3. Add beans…
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Spicy Lacto-Fermented Red & Jalapeño Peppers
View recipe: Spicy Lacto-Fermented Red & Jalapeño PeppersComposition: 70 % red bell pepper · 30 % jalapeño · garlic optional Yield: ~1 L jar (adjust freely; ratios hold) Fermentation style: closed-lid with daily burping and shaking Fermentation time: 5–14 days at 18–22 °C (65–72 °F) 🧂 Ingredients (for 1 kg total vegetables) ⚗️ Preparation Steps 🧠 Notes & Adjustments
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Cumin-Spiced Eggplant with Tomato & Garlic
View recipe: Cumin-Spiced Eggplant with Tomato & GarlicServings: 5 | Prep: 15 min | Cook: 30 min | Cuisine: Modern North African Per serving: ≈ 150 kcal · 2 g protein · 4 g net carbs · 6 g fiber Earthy cumin, smoky harissa, and lemon-bright roasted vegetables form a high-fiber, low-carb side that perfectly balances richer mains like Harissa–Chickpea Turkey Bake. 🧂 Ingredients 🔥 Cooking Flow Script…
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Harissa–Chickpea Turkey Bake
View recipe: Harissa–Chickpea Turkey BakeServings: 10 | Prep: 20 min | Cook: 35 min | Cuisine: Modern North African Per serving: ≈ 300 kcal · 37 g protein · 11 g net carbs · 8 g fiber · 1.7 g sat fat Lean ground turkey baked with harissa, chickpeas, preserved lemon, and caraway — spicy, aromatic, and deeply satisfying. The oat fiber ensures a clean,…
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Blueberry–Chia Protein Yogurt Crunch
View recipe: Blueberry–Chia Protein Yogurt CrunchCreamy yogurt infused with vanilla whey, layered with a chia–flax gel and crowned with fresh blueberries and walnut crunch. A fiber-rich, high-protein breakfast that balances texture and flavor—cool, creamy, chewy, and crisp in every bite. Prep time: 5 min soak + 5 min assembly Cook time: none Cuisine: modern low-carb breakfast Ingredients (1 serving) Plain…
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Ginger–Scallion Turkey & Lentil Bowls with Sesame–Scallion Dressing
View recipe: Ginger–Scallion Turkey & Lentil Bowls with Sesame–Scallion DressingLunch (larger meal) | 4 Servings | Prep into Containers Summary Ground turkey, green lentils, and roasted vegetables layered with a sesame–scallion dressing. Avocado and a finishing drizzle of olive oil bring the fat and calories into perfect balance. Ingredients (4 servings) Protein & Legumes Vegetables Aromatics & Sauce Optional Garnish Flow Schedule Nutrition (per…
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Southwest Turkey & Veggie Skillet Bowl
View recipe: Southwest Turkey & Veggie Skillet BowlChipotle, lime, garlic, oregano—classic Southwest flavors. This Southwest Turkey & Veggie Skillet Bowl isn’t a traditional taco or enchilada, but it draws on the same flavors in a low-carb way. It’s packed with lean protein, fiber-rich vegetables, and healthy fats from olive oil and pepitas, all tossed together in a skillet for a quick and nourishing…
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Coconut & Mustard Seed Shrimp with Green Beans & Okra
View recipe: Coconut & Mustard Seed Shrimp with Green Beans & OkraSome nights I want bold flavor, plenty of vegetables, and something warm and satisfying—without a lot of fuss. This coconut shrimp curry is inspired by South Indian flavors, with mustard seeds, okra, green beans, and a silky coconut milk base. It comes together quickly and makes great leftovers. Substitutions Vegetables:This recipe is flexible. Cauliflower florets,…
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Sumac-Spiced Turkey Stir-Fry with Spinach & Artichokes
View recipe: Sumac-Spiced Turkey Stir-Fry with Spinach & ArtichokesA low-carb, vegetable-rich one-pan dinner with Turkish-inspired flavors and excellent meal prep potential. My wife took a bite, paused, and said this was the best thing I’d made in a long time. She’s not one for grand declarations at the table, so I paid attention. This wasn’t a celebration meal or something extravagant—just a quick…
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