Maple Bacon and Walnut Kale Salad

Maple Bacon and Walnut Kale Salad

March 26, 2019 by Leave a Comment

The idea of a kale salad is tough to swallow for some but try it smothered in warm maple walnuts and crispy bacon. I guarantee you’ll feel differently about the sturdy, vitamin-packed green! We all know the health benefits of bacon, right? Pair that with fiber-packed, iron-rich kale and you have a keto superfood salad! The robust kale leaves are smothered in rich, fatty nuts that have been lightly caramelized in the bacon grease and a hint of maple flavor. The accent of sweet onion paired ...

Spicy Peanut Tofu Lettuce Cups

Spicy Peanut Tofu Lettuce Cups

March 21, 2019 by Leave a Comment

If you have been wanting to try tofu for the first time, this recipe is perfect for beginners! Tofu takes on the flavor of what food or sauce it has been cooked with, which makes it very versatile in vegetarian and vegan keto cooking. This recipe combines sweet with spicy in a thick and creamy peanut sauce and is wrapped in a leafy lettuce cup. These are then topped with crunchy peanuts and fragrant green onion for extra crunch! In typical tofu preparation, you must press the tofu to ...

Simple Keto Bacon and Broccoli Salad

Simple Keto Bacon and Broccoli Salad

March 19, 2019 by Leave a Comment

Here is one of the easiest and most delicious broccoli salads. This is a staple in my house because the recipe consists of only 6 ingredients. This salad makes a great base keto recipe where you can change up the ingredients to keep things interesting or suit your own tastes. It’s also a great idea for meal prep and packing lunches. Now, I usually use mayonnaise as the delicious base for this recipe, but I decided to spice it up a little bit and add even more flavor! You can make things ...

Vegan Cucumber and ‘Bacon’ Side Salad

Vegan Cucumber and ‘Bacon’ Side Salad

March 14, 2019 by Leave a Comment

Creamy, crunchy, and smoky all at the same time, this salad invokes the warmth of summer. It hits all the spots and is a great dish to bring to parties or cookouts, work potlucks, or serve with dinner. With minimal prep time, this is a quick and easy salad. I had my eye on testing out some vegan bacon lately using mushrooms and it was a hit! The mushrooms get nice and crispy and leave your home smelling amazing. While this salad is low on protein, it’s a great side salad for BBQ season ...

Keto Broccoli and Cheese Soup

Keto Broccoli and Cheese Soup

March 12, 2019 by Leave a Comment

It’s time to get comfy and cozy with a delicious bowl of cheese and broccoli soup! This keto recipe is pretty easy to prep and execute. It is a great meal to make quickly before relaxing by the fire during fall or wintertime, or as an appetizer before dinner. If you want to spice things up a little bit, you could add in some jalapeno peppers or pepper jack cheese. Yields 4 servings of Broccoli and Cheese Soup The Preparation 1 tablespoon butter 1 small onion, chopped 2 ...

Balsamic Avocado Bowls

Balsamic Avocado Bowls

March 7, 2019 by Leave a Comment

Move over, avocado toast! These bowls are great for a cookout, picnics, or game day. Balsamic vinegar and goat cheese is one of my favorite combinations for salads. It’s just too tasty! For this recipe, I used a little liquid smoke to add some extra flavor to the cheese. If you don’t have the smoke, you can always skip it then add the cheese without heating it first. If you like things spicy, then you can make this recipe hotter with Sriracha or chili flakes. These are also easy to ...

Simple Asian Cucumber Salad

Simple Asian Cucumber Salad

March 5, 2019 by Leave a Comment

A refreshing salad with a hint of tang! This Asian cucumber salad is great for get-togethers, work potlucks, or as a small salad with lunch or dinner. Now, this recipe only makes one serving, but cooking for two? Just double the ingredients! I used a gluten-free soy sauce for the dressing, but alternatively, you could use coconut aminos. You could also add in some extra ingredients, like avocado and onions but be careful because that will bring the carb count higher! Yields 1 servings ...

Maple Asparagus Salad

Maple Asparagus Salad

February 28, 2019 by Leave a Comment

The Maple Asparagus Salad is an explosion of colors and textures. It’s crisp, juicy, and crunchy with a hint of sweetness. The maple balsamic dressing works wonders when paired with both feta cheese and asparagus. The maple asparagus salad is great for spring and summer dinners, cookouts, and picnics. There’s minimal prep time; the most time-consuming part of this recipe is cooking and preparing the asparagus spears. You also don’t have to dunk them in cold water afterward, however, it’s ...

Fat Boost Smoothie with Coconut Chantilly Cream

Fat Boost Smoothie with Coconut Chantilly Cream

February 26, 2019 by Leave a Comment

Most days, I need a fat boost. First things that come to mind? Avocado and coconut. Avocado is perhaps one of the healthiest low carb foods you can have. Super low in carbs, high in healthy fats, and packed full of nutrients, dare I say it is a must for a low carb high fat keto diet. It’s smooth and buttery and used as a fruit in most Southeast Asian countries. As a result, it’s incorporated in a lot of sweet desserts, ice cream, and smoothies! Coconut cream has a higher fat content and makes ...

25 Keto Recipes for Mardi Gras

25 Keto Recipes for Mardi Gras

February 25, 2019 by Leave a Comment

Mardi Gras as we know it here in the United States is celebrated in Louisiana, and we most often think of Fat Tuesday in New Orleans.  Everything is decorated with green, gold, and purple.  You can, of course, celebrate Mardi Gras and keep it keto.  We've rounded up keto recipes for traditional favorites like King Cake, gumbo, and jambalaya.  We also included recipes that feature green, gold, and purple, cajun flavors, or seafood.  So make sure you indulge just a bit! 1. Fiesta Slaw This ...