Colette's Blog
Recent Posts
Plant-Powered Perfection: A Guide to Low Carb Living for Vegetarians and Vegans
Delicious nutrient-rich recipes and strategies for your vegetarian or vegan low carb lifestyle. Following a vegetarian or vegan diet while going low carb can be challenging, but you can do it with careful planning and creativity. Atkins 100 is a great option for vegetarians and vegans. Vegetarians can get their protein from eggs, legumes, nuts, and dairy
Read MoreAugust Low Carb Harvest: Poblano Peppers
It’s no poblano with these low carb recipes featuring poblano peppers. Make the most of August’s harvest with delicious recipes featuring poblano peppers. Poblano peppers are a mild chili pepper originating from Mexico. They are known for their smoky flavor with a hint of sweetness and subtle heat. Tasty Low Carb Poblano Pepper Recipes Poblano
Read MoreCurb Your Cravings: Low Carb Swaps for Classic Summer Foods
9 low carb swaps for summer. Summer is in full swing, which means ice cream, barbecue and fruity cocktails at backyard barbecues or beach picnics. They’re delicious but laden with sugar and carbohydrates that may not jive with your low carb lifestyle. Not to worry, you can fully enjoy all the tastes of summer with
Read MoreLow Carb Meals for Your Budget: Eggs
Make the most of this affordable, nutrient-rich source of protein for every meal. Eggs are budget-friendly for a few good reasons. They are generally less expensive than other protein sources, offering high nutritional value for a relatively low cost. They also have a pretty good shelf life when stored in the refrigerator, which means you
Read MoreSavoring Summer: Low Carb Zucchini Recipes
Make the most of summer vegetables in season. Zucchini is coming into season, and there are quite a few reasons why you should love this nutrient-rich, vibrant summer vegetable that is naturally low in carbs. Zucchini is also high in fiber, which promotes satiety, and it contains 95% water, which makes it naturally hydrating. Plus,
Read MoreSizzlin’ Summer Eats: Low Carb Recipes for Cookouts and Campfires
12 tips for perfect low carb foil packet recipes. Make the most of summer days and nights with foil packet recipes, perfect for cooking over the outdoor grill or campfire. They are easy, no-mess options for your main course, plus we have dessert. 12 Tips for Perfect Low Carb Foil Packet Recipes Foil packet recipes
Read MoreRed, White and Low Carb
5 Tips for a Healthy Fourth of July This holiday often involves fireworks and indulging in BBQ, burgers and beer. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the festivities while staying on track with your low carb lifestyle with these tips and recipes:
Read MoreShape Up for Wedding Season and Summer: A Low Carb Guide.
June is the beginning of wedding season and a great time to get in shape for summer. June is traditionally considered wedding month, dating back to Roman times, as June comes from “Juno”, the Roman goddess of love and marriage. If you are married in June or some other time or attending a wedding, you
Read MoreLow Carb Father’s Day Recipe Roundup
It goes beyond burgers and brats. Kick off grilling season and celebrate dad with tasty recipes hot off the grill. These recipes balance out the typical burger and brat fest. They are flavorful and use unique ingredients to take any Father’s Day gathering to the next level. Fresh Flavors for Father’s Day You can’t go
Read MoreLow Carb Summertime Drink Recipes
Keep it cool, fresh and fruity with these low carb, thirst-quenching drink recipes. You can liven up warm-weather gatherings with easy, make-ahead drinks that can be poured from a pretty pitcher or ladled from a punch bowl. Low Carb Summer Mixology You’ll be the low carb mixology master with these low carb drink recipes: Low
Read More