- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Steam the cauliflower florets until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Drain well and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until simmering.
- Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the cream cheese until melted and smooth.
- Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth, then add the garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the steamed cauliflower to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
- Transfer the cauliflower mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
2. Low-Carb Chicken Stir-Fry
Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the bell pepper, broccoli florets, mushrooms, and minced garlic. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the soy sauce, sesame oil, and grated ginger. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving, if desired.
3. Keto Avocado and Egg Salad
Ingredients:
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lettuce leaves for serving (optional)
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped hard-boiled eggs and diced avocados.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the egg and avocado mixture and gently toss to coat.
- Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the avocado and egg salad on a bed of lettuce leaves, if desired.
These recipes are delicious, keto-friendly, and low in carbs, perfect for anyone following a ketogenic or low-carb diet. Enjoy! If you have any questions, feel free to ask.