Okay, so tonight, I’m pretty beat and just don’t feel like spending ages in the kitchen. But I’m also trying to watch the carbs, you know? So, I figured I’d share some of my go-to quick and easy low-carb dinner recipes. Nothing fancy, just good, simple food that won’t make you feel like you’re missing out.
Spicy Blackened Tilapia
First up, I tried this spicy blackened tilapia. Sounds kinda fancy, but it’s really not. I just grabbed some tilapia fillets from the freezer – gotta love that they thaw quickly. Then, I mixed up some spices I had in the cupboard – paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, the usual suspects. I coated the fish in the spice mix, making sure it was all nice and covered.
Next, I heated up some oil in a pan, and once it was hot, I tossed in the fillets. They cooked super fast, like 3-4 minutes per side. The spices made this awesome crust on the fish, and it smelled amazing. I served it with a simple side salad, just some lettuce, cucumber, and a squeeze of lemon. Boom, dinner in under 15 minutes.
Low-Carb Pizza Cravings
Another night, I was really craving pizza. Like, really craving it. But pizza and low-carb don’t exactly go hand-in-hand, right? That’s when I remembered seeing this keto pizza casserole thing online. I didn’t have a set recipe, so I just kinda winged it.
I browned some ground beef in a pan, added some chopped onions and peppers. Then I threw in a can of diced tomatoes and some Italian herbs. While that was simmering, I greased a baking dish. I layered some of the meat sauce on the bottom, then topped it with a bunch of mozzarella cheese. I repeated the layers a couple of times, ending with cheese on top. Into the oven it went, and about 20 minutes later, I had this bubbly, cheesy, pizza-like casserole. It totally hit the spot!
Other Go-To Options
Some other nights when I am lazy, I just throw some chicken or steak on the grill. Super easy, and you can’t go wrong with that. I also really like shrimp, but you gotta watch the portion size because it does have a few carbs. For veggies, I stick to the basics like broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, and zucchini. They’re all pretty low in carbs and cook up quickly.
So, there you have it. These are just a few of the things I cook when I want a quick, low-carb meal without a lot of fuss. It’s not about being perfect with the diet, it’s about finding stuff you enjoy that fits into your lifestyle. Hope you find these ideas helpful!