Admit it: you love the full-feeling of carbs as much as anyone. While carbs can be an important part of a balanced and healthy diet, you may want to consider reaching for some of these carb-less alternatives to start shedding pounds.
Sure, a bagel is easy to grab when you’re on the run, but with these simple and quick alternatives you can get the full-feeling of carbs without the post-carb guilt.
Breakfast:
- Eggs and Veggies, Fried in Coconut Oil
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With ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, you can whip up a veggie-packed and carb-free breakfast in just minutes.
Get the recipe from Authority Nutrition here.
- Mushroom, Spinach, and Feta Quiche
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This crustless quiche will leave you feeling full and energized all morning. It’s as simple as whipping the ingredients together and popping in the oven. Talk about breakfast made easy.
Get the recipe from Budget Bytes here.
- Steak and Eggs with Seared Tomatoes
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Meat. Protein. And delicious, juicy tomatoes to balance your taste buds. What more could you ask for in a carb-less breakfast?
Get the recipe from RealSimple here.
- Back to School Three Layer Breakfast
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Get your favorite mason jar and layer Greek yogurt, fruit and nuts for a power-packed-carb-less breakfast on-the-go.
Get the recipe from Work Out World here.
- Protein Packed Smoothies
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Plug in that blender because we’ve got three breakfast smoothies to jumpstart your day with zero carbs.
Get the recipes from Work Out World here.
Lunch
- Aunt Mindy’s Watermelon and Feta Salad
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The sweetness of watermelon and hint of the Mediterranean bring this delicious carb-less salad to life.
Get the recipe from Work Out World here.
- Salmon and Chickpea Salad
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Get all the protein and carb-fullness with this delicious bean salad that combines chickpea and salmon for a savory, salty lunch.
Get the recipe from The Crepes of Wrath here.
- White Bean and Tuna Salad in Vinaigrette
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A delicious radicchio and parsley vinaigrette bring together all the deliciousness of white bean and tuna salad. Who needs a sandwich when you’ve got this much power on your plate?
Get the recipe from bon appetit here.
- Aunt Mindy’s Minestrone Soup
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We all know soup is one of the best ways to increase your vegetable intake and kick back carb intake. Try this delicious homemade minestrone recipe and you won’t have bread on your mind.
Get the recipe from Work Out World here.
- Kid-Friendly Turkey Chili – A WoW Favorite
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Bring together all you love about chili in a less-spicy dish that is sure to leave you feeling full.
Get the recipe from Skinny Taste here.
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