Low Carb Dinners

Low carb meal ideas

What is low carb diet?

Diet that has reduced amount of carbohydrates  is commonly known as low carbs diet. Carbohydrate rich foods (including sugar, bread, potatoes, pasts etc) are often replaced with foods having high fats and protein content and also the foods with low carbohydrates.

Health benefits

People often go for low carbs diet because of its certain compelling advantages. Number of studies have revealed that low carb foods help in reducing weight. It reduces the risk factors associated with type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome (Abdominal obesity, Elevated fasting blood sugar levels, High triglycerides, Low “good” HDL cholesterol levels). It also eliminates the risks of cardiovascular diseases and high blood pressure. Low carb diet is beneficial for those who want to change their overall eating habits.

Main purpose of low carb diet is that decreasing carbs lowers insulin levels, which stimulates the body to burn stored fat for energy and ultimately leads to weight loss.

Why  a low carb dinner?

As we all know that, dinner is the most important meal of the day. Low carb dinner is advantageous for those who really want to lose their weight, if they are not taking medicines for diabetes and high blood pressure. Dinner having low carbohydrates is not a burden for stomach to digest, specially at night, enhancing stomach health.

One can easily prepare low carb mouthwatering dinner full of healthy ingredients.  Such meals have low carbohydrate content and will make dinner appetizing and flavorful.

Blackened Chicken and Avocado Salad

This is the most easiest and healthy salad which can be prepared in just 20 minutes. Addition of bright green vegetables make it low carb and low calorie food which aids in weight loss. You can just add any vegetable and even strawberries for delicious taste.

Crispy Chicken Thighs With Honey-Lemon Pan Sauce

Chicken thighs are known to be healthy and super versatile. They are very easy to cook and are flavorful. For a more tangier flavor add lemon and if you want a perfect savory dish go for honey. You can have a finger licking dinner with your favorite veggies within 45 minutes.

Cheesy Garlic Roasted Asparagus

Asparagus is the most famous earthy, green, spring sprout. Rousted asparagus with some mozzarella cheese and garlic is a very delicious side dish for your dinner. It can be prepared in just 15-20 minutes and is a low carb perfect food for your dining table at night.

One-Pan Italian Sausage and Veggies

I really get my mouth watered while writing this one. An amazing and full of health package dish, which can be customized by adding your most favorite veggies. This is very much easier and can be cooked quickly. You can also add any other sausage instead of Italian one.

Thai Turkey Lettuce Wraps

Thai turkey lettuce wraps are easy to cook and a perfectly healthy dish for dinner. Within 30 minutes you have your lettuce wraps on your table. Ground turkey is a best protein source and help you in preparing a low carb dinner.

Enjoy your healthy low carb dinner with these delicious and healthy dishes. But keep in mind there could be some drawbacks of low carb foods, if eaten on daily basis. You should have a balanced plate for a healthy life.

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Located in Europe, Kate adds her own unique food ideas and recipes to The Food Crunch. Kate regularly posts amazing food photography on Instagram for a number of food websites and provides recipes to popular food blogs.