Put the flavor back into your low-carb diet with these 9 creative meal prep hacks for delicious meals every day! Now you can make meals that are healthy, tasty, and satiating without sacrificing on variety.
- Roast Organic Vegetables: Preheat your oven to 400°F and roast a variety of low-carb vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, and bell peppers with olive oil and your favorite spices. Store in an airtight container for a quick and easy side dish or base for salads.
- Batch Cook Proteins: Cook a large batch of organic chicken, grass-fed beef, or wild-caught fish and store in individual servings for quick and easy lunch and dinner options. Add to salads, wraps, or serve with roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Spiralize Vegetables: Use a spiralizer to create low-carb noodles from zucchini, cucumber, or other vegetables. Store in the fridge for a quick and easy pasta alternative.
- Create Organic Cauliflower Rice: Pulse cauliflower in a food processor until it resembles rice. Store in the fridge for a low-carb and nutrient-dense rice alternative.
- Prep Salad Greens: Wash and chop salad greens such as spinach, and mixed greens for a quick and easy salad base.
- Make Dressings: Whip up a variety of salad dressings with anti-inflammatory ingredients such as olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and herbs. Include Rosemary liberally for enhanced memory and cognition! Store in the fridge for quick and easy dressings for salads and bowls.
- Mix Spice Blends: Create your own spice blends using anti-inflammatory spices such as turmeric, cumin, ginger, and black pepper. Store in airtight containers for quick and easy seasoning options.
- Make Healthy Snacks: Create your own keto-friendly snacks using anti-inflammatory ingredients such as walnuts, pecans, sesame seeds, and dark chocolate. Store in the fridge or freezer for a convenient and healthy snack option.
- Ferment Vegetables: Fermenting vegetables such as cabbage, carrots, and beets can help increase their nutrient density and provide beneficial probiotics. Store in the fridge for a quick and easy gut-healthy side dish or snack.
By incorporating these convenient food prep ideas into your routine, you can make it easier to create a variety of low-carb lunches and dinners that are nutrient-dense and anti-inflammatory.