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15 Low-Effort Low-Carb Recipes

If you’re always on the lookout for quick and easy meals that are also healthy, then you’ve gotta check out these 15’s low-effort, low-carb recipes. Seriously, they’re a total game-changer! Whether you’re in the mood for a simple salad or a speedy air fryer, we got your back with recipes that are not only super simple but also seriously tasty.

And the best part? You don’t need to be a master chef to whip up these dishes. Trust me, I’m no Gordon Ramsay, but even I can handle these recipes like a pro. So, say goodbye to spending hours in the kitchen and hello to delicious, low-carb meals in no time!

Mediterranean cod on a rectangular platter.
Mediterranean Cod. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Chicken Paprikash

Craving comfort food but don’t want to derail your low-carb lifestyle? Look no further than this chicken paprikash. It’s warm, it’s hearty, and it’s oh-so-satisfying. Just imagine tender chicken simmered in a rich paprika sauce – yum! Serve it over cauliflower rice, and you’ve got yourself a cozy meal that’s perfect for chilly nights. Comfort food, meet healthy eating!
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Old Fashioned Ham Salad

Sometimes you just need a classic, no-frills kind of meal, you know? Enter this old-fashioned ham salad. It’s simple, it’s satisfying, and it’s perfect for those low-carb days. Just toss together some ham, veggies, and dressing, and you’ve got yourself a delicious meal in minutes. Lunch, dinner, snack – it does it all. Easy, peasy, ham-salad-squeezy!
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Chicken tinga in a blue bowl.
Chicken Tinga. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Chicken Tinga

Get ready to spice things up with this chicken tinga! It’s smoky, it’s spicy, and it’s low-carb – what more could you want? Just shred up some chicken, simmer it in a tomato-y sauce, and you’re good to go. Serve it over cauliflower rice or stuff it in a taco – either way, you’re in for a flavor-packed fiesta!
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Mediterranean Cod

Transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of the Mediterranean with this cod dish. It’s light, it’s flavorful, and it’s perfect for those low-carb days. Just marinate some fish in Mediterranean spices, pop it in the oven, and you’ve got yourself a healthy and delicious meal that’s ready in no time. Bon appétit!
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Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs in a bowl.
Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs

Let’s talk turkey – turkey meatballs, that is! These babies are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and totally guilt-free. Oh, and did I mention they’re made in the air fryer? Low-effort, low-carb, and seriously delicious. Whether you’re serving them as an appetizer or a main dish, they’re sure to be a hit. Get ready to gobble ’em up!
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Chicken Zoodle Soup

Need a cozy meal to warm you up on a chilly evening? Look no further than this chicken zoodle soup. It’s comforting, it’s nourishing, and it’s low-carb to boot. Just toss some chicken and veggies in a pot, add in some zoodles, and let it simmer away. Dinner is served – and it’s delicious! Ready to slurp up some soup?
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Shirazi Salad in a white serving bowl.
Shirazi Salad. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Shirazi Salad

Need a side dish that’s as refreshing as it is tasty? Look no further than this Shirazi salad. It’s light, it’s tangy, and it’s the perfect complement to any meal. Just toss together some cucumbers, tomatoes, and lemon juice, and you’re good to go. It’s low-carb, it’s easy to make, and it’s sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. Dig in!
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Chicken Salad with Cranberries & Walnuts

Say goodbye to boring old chicken salad and hello to this flavor-packed version! It’s got everything you love – tender chicken, sweet cranberries, crunchy walnuts – and it’s low-carb to boot. Serve it on a bed of greens or stuff it in a sandwich – either way, you’re in for a delicious and satisfying meal. Lunchtime just got a whole lot more exciting!
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A closeup of Vegan Mexican Rice with tomatoes in the background.
Mexican Cauliflower Rice. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Mexican Cauliflower Rice

Say adios to boring old rice and hola to Mexican cauliflower rice! It’s flavorful, it’s low-carb, and it’s the perfect side dish for all your favorite Mexican meals. Just whip up a batch, serve it alongside some tacos or enchiladas, and get ready to fiesta like there’s no mañana. ¡Olé!
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Baked Eggs Florentine with Ham

Start your day off right with these baked eggs Florentine! They’re warm, they’re cheesy, and they’re oh-so-satisfying. Plus, they’re low-carb and easy to make – just pop ’em in the oven and let them do their thing. Whether you’re serving them for breakfast, brunch, or brinner, they’re sure to be a hit. Rise and shine, indeed!
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Garlic Chicken Skillet with peppers and asparagus on a white plate.
Garlic Chicken Skillet. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Garlic Chicken Skillet

So, you’re in a hurry but still want something tasty and healthy for dinner? Say hello to this garlic chicken skillet! It’s like a flavor explosion in your mouth, and the best part? It’s low-carb and super easy to make. Just toss some chicken in garlic, let it sizzle, and voila! Dinner is served. Serve it with your fave side, and you’re good to go!
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Cream of Mushroom Soup

Craving something creamy and comforting? This cream of mushroom soup has got you covered. It’s rich, it’s flavorful, and it’s low-carb – what more could you want? Just whip up a batch, grab your favorite bowl, and get ready to cozy up with a spoonful of pure deliciousness. Comfort food never tasted so good!
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Garlic Shrimp Scampi on a bed of rice in a black oval dish.
Garlic Shrimp Scampi. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Garlic Shrimp Scampi

If you’re a seafood lover like me, you’ll go crazy for this garlic shrimp scampi. It’s like a fancy restaurant dish but without all the fuss. Just succulent shrimp tossed in garlicky goodness – low-carb and ready in a flash. Serve it over some zoodles or with a side salad, and you’ve got yourself a restaurant-worthy meal at home. Winner!
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Curried Chicken Salad with Raisins

Spice up your lunch game with this curried chicken salad. It’s got all the flavors – savory chicken, spicy curry, sweet raisins – and it’s low-carb to boot. Whip up a batch, slap it on some lettuce or stuff it in a wrap, and you’ve got yourself a meal that’s as tasty as it is easy. Lunchtime just got a whole lot more exciting, folks!
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Three pork chops with tomato and green onion on a white plate.
Pork Chops with Tomato & Green Onion Relish. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Pork Chops with Tomato & Green Onion Relish

Let’s talk about these pork chops. They’re juicy, they’re flavorful, and they’re topped with a tangy tomato and green onion relish that’ll make your taste buds sing. And get this – they’re low-carb and require minimal effort. Just cook up those chops, whip up the relish, and dinner is served in no time. Easy peasy, right?
Get the Recipe: Pork Chops with Tomato & Green Onion Relish

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