We always say we aren’t big fans of new year’s resolutions. It’s not that we don’t like health goals. We love health goals! But setting a hard and fast goal for yourself can sometimes be a problem. If you say you have to do x to be successful and fail to meet your goal, you can feel defeated and give up on your plan, making less progress than if you had just taken a “slow and steady” approach.
We don’t like it when people put themselves in a position to fail. We want everyone to win. We prefer it when people set goals for themselves rather than making things off-limits. If you like resolutions, we suggest ones that start with the phrase, “this year, I will BLANK more.” It’s harder to fail when you put things in a positive light.
One goal we think is always appropriate is to eat more vegetables. Few of us eat enough! Whether you don’t like the taste of vegetables or just get bored with the basics, we get it! That’s why we are sharing four delicious low-carb vegetable recipes today!
There are few things better than dumplings! Butternut squash is still in season. But we’re running out of ideas for ways to enjoy it. We love eating seasonally, but it can get dull toward the end of the season. By turning butternut squash into cheesy pot stickers! This recipe takes a little bit of time, so read it ahead of time and plan accordingly. It’s well worth the effort, and you’ll be thrilled you made them! A serving has 55 calories, seven grams of carbs, one gram of fiber and three grams of fat. Get the recipe.
If you love chili but are trying to cut down on meat or are just aiming to up your veggies, this is a great option! It’s also wonderful if you give up meat! We know some people need meatless recipes for Lent — keep this one ready! Delightfully, it’s made in a crockpot, making it great for busy days when you want a warm dinner without much effort! A serving has 150 calories, 13 grams of carbs, four grams of fiber and 10 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
These meatballs take just 30 minutes to make. Unlike most meatless meatballs, they contain no beans, so they have a more versatile flavor and a less dense texture. You can use them with any sauce, and you’ll be happy. It’s also great that they are baked, making them less fatty than most meatballs. Because they aren’t very dense, they don’t work in soups. They will fall apart. You would have to add them as a garnish — like a crouton you expect to fall apart. And we love that they use normal panko breadcrumbs. Most of us have non-low-carb and low-carb mixed households. If you have leftover breadcrumbs from the holidays, they won’t go to waste! This recipe is low in carbs but uses them as a binder. A serving has 148 calories, 15.7 grams of carbs, 2.1 grams of fiber and 7.9 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
Peanut buttery noodles are a joy! They are slightly spicy and slightly sweet and hit the spot. This version that uses zucchini removes the carbs. Plus, carrots add a wonderful sweetness and crunch. Sometimes you crave Thai food, but the price of takeout and the carbs that come with it are too much! This recipe is simple and will be just as good. Take care when adding the sauce. The recipe makes too much sauce to allow you to add as much as you like and adjust. Add it a bit at a time unless you like your noodles swimming in peanut sauce. A serving has 301 calories, 19 grams of carbs, seven grams of fiber and 23 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
We hope you like these recipes and that they help you enjoy more vegetables as we enter the new year! Eating vegetables is essential for good health. But so is enjoying your food. All of these are tasty dishes you’ll be thrilled to try!
