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Smoked Mackerel Pate
Smoky, rich, and ready in minutes, this no-cook mackerel pate makes a low-carb appetizer that feels a little fancy without the fuss.
Cucumber Salad with Feta
Cucumber salad with feta is light, tangy, and irresistibly fresh. The salty feta pairs perfectly with crunchy cucumbers and a bright vinaigrette for an easy side dish.
Hashbrown Casserole
Crispy hashbrowns bake into a warm, comforting casserole that makes the ultimate breakfast or brunch centerpiece. Egg-free and lighter on carbs, it's comfort food you can feel good about.
Southern Style Pickled Shrimp
Tangy, zesty, and packed with bold Southern flavors, this Southern-Style Pickled Shrimp is a refreshing appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion. Light, flavorful, and so addictive, you’ll keep coming back for more!
Savory Sausage Balls
Bite-sized and packed with flavor, these savory sausage balls are a protein-rich, low-carb pick that works just as well for breakfast as it does for party apps.
Smoked Beef Stew
Forget the oven and make stew on the smoker! This Smoked Beef Stew is outrageously good and the kiss of smoke puts it over the top!
Buffalo Chicken Salad
Spicy buffalo chicken tops this American salad for a bold, high protein dish that's egg free, gluten free, low carb, nut free, and under 500 calories.
Copycat Applebee's Spinach-Artichoke Dip
Whip up an Applebee's-style spinach-artichoke dip for a low-carb, vegetarian appetizer that's guaranteed to disappear fast at any gathering or game day.
Buffalo Chicken Nachos
Spicy buffalo chicken and melted cheese top off these American nachos, a protein-packed, low carb snack or appetizer that stays under 500 calories.
Vintage Chicken Divan
Some recipes, like Chicken Divan, never go out of style! This dish is creamy, meaty, and so good over rice or noodles!
Shrimp Cauliflower Fried Rice
Cauliflower stands in for rice in this shrimp skillet dish, a low-carb, under-500-calorie lunch or main that's a lighter spin on a takeout favorite.
Smoked Thor's Hammer
Want to pull out all the stops? Impress everyone with this easy peasy Smoked Thor's Hammer, then dig in!
Mini Oreo Cheesecakes
Bite-sized and packed with cookies-and-cream flavor, these mini Oreo cheesecakes are the perfect just-right dessert. Low-carb and nut-free, so almost everyone can grab one.
Copycat Texas Roadhouse Beef Tips
Ever wish you could recreate that tender, savory flavor from your favorite restaurant at home? These Copycat Texas Roadhouse Beef Tips are my go-to for a melt-in-your-mouth, hearty meal that’s easy to make and so satisfying!
Grilled Chicken Thighs
Straightforward and full of flavor, grilled chicken thighs make a low-carb main dish that's easy on the budget and perfect for a laid-back dinner night.
Vintage Slow Cooker Sausage & Peppers
Let the slow cooker do the work with this vintage sausage and peppers dish, an Italian-American classic that simmers low and slow into a low-carb comfort meal.
Skillet Chicken Thighs
Seared right in the skillet, these chicken thighs stay juicy and flavorful while keeping things low carb and light enough to fit any budget-friendly dinner rotation.
Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
Move over beef and lighten things up with turkey! These Turkey Meatballs are so light and delicious - the only question is, what kind of sauce do you put on them?
BBQ Chicken Stuffed Potatoes
Loaded baked potatoes get a barbecue twist with tender chicken piled on top, making these stuffed potatoes a filling, gluten-free dinner the whole family will love.
Grilled Steak Skewers with Mojo Rojo
Lean steak is marinated in chilis and spices to create a flavor-packed explosion in every bite! Super easy and pretty easy to make, this is a great meal when you want flavor without fuss.
Fried Dill Pickle Dip
Pickle lovers, get ready: this creamy dip channels all that crispy, tangy fried-pickle flavor into an easy no-cook appetizer perfect for parties.
Oven Baked Ribs
Low and slow in the oven, these baked pork ribs turn into a fall-off-the-bone main dish that's gluten-free and dairy-free too.
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Is there anything better than a warm, chewy chocolate chip cookie fresh from the oven? This lighter take keeps things low-carb without skimping on melty-chip goodness.
Escargot-Style Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Rich, buttery, and packed with bold garlic flavor, these Escargot-Style Garlic Butter Steak Bites are a decadent twist on a classic. Tender, juicy, and so delicious, you’ll want to savor every bite!
Pumpkin Soup
Silky and comforting, this pumpkin soup makes a low-carb vegetarian starter or light meal that's perfect for cozy fall evenings without much fuss.
Cream of Poblano Soup
Poblano peppers get the creamy soup treatment here, turning into a vegetarian, low-carb lunch that warms you up without much effort.
Oven Baked Ribs
These oven baked ribs come out tender and full of flavor with no grill required, making them an easy, low carb main you can pull together any night of the week.
Smoked Brussels Sprouts
Smoky, tender, and packed with rich roasted flavor, these Smoked Brussels Sprouts are a simple side dish that steals the show. So savory and delicious, they’re perfect for cookouts, holiday meals, or anytime you want a veggie with bold flavor!
Air Fryer Loaded Potato Skins
Potato skins turn extra crispy in the air fryer with this loaded appetizer, a low-carb, gluten-free bite perfect for game day or any gathering.
Sauteed Beet Greens with Pancetta
Pancetta adds a savory boost to this skillet beet greens side dish, a low-carb way to use up the whole vegetable.
Hot Crab Dip
Warm, cheesy crab dip is the low-carb appetizer everyone reaches for first, an easy seafood starter that stays under 500 calories a serving.
Turkey Roll Roast
Don't want a whole bird for your holiday table? Try a Turkey Roll Roast! So easy, this is 100% meat and no bones!
Waldorf Salad
This classic American Waldorf salad brings crisp, creamy, and crunchy together in one no-cook bowl. Gluten-free, low-carb, and under 500 calories, it's a timeless side that never goes out of style.
Copycat Alice Spring's Chicken
Build a copycat Alice Spring's chicken between skillet and oven, a low-carb, gluten-free main dish loaded with all the restaurant flavor you're craving.
Salmon Croquettes
Golden salmon croquettes fry up in a skillet for a low-carb main that keeps dinner light and under 500 calories.
German Yellow Beans
A German-inspired twist on green beans' cousin! These yellow beans are simple, savory, and a fun change from the usual side dish lineup.
Copycat Crumbl Cinnamon Swirl Cookies
Get that famous bakery cookie at home with this cinnamon swirl version, a low-carb treat finished with a hint of cheese-based frosting.
Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce
Bring the restaurant home with this Olive Garden-inspired alfredo sauce, a creamy, low-carb, gluten-free staple worth keeping in the weeknight rotation.
No-Bake Peanut Butter Balls
No oven required for these peanut butter balls, a quick vegetarian dessert that comes together in minutes for whenever a sweet craving hits.
Curried Chicken Salad with Raisins
Leftover rotisserie chicken gets a flavor makeover with this Curried Chicken Salad - raisins give it a touch of sweetness and the almonds add a nutty crunch!
Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Roasted Brussels sprouts get even better with crispy bacon in this low-carb side dish that's simple enough for a weeknight dinner.
Mediterranean Chopped Salad
Chop your way to a no-cook Mediterranean salad, a gluten-free, low-carb lunch option that's as easy to make as it is fresh and satisfying.
Broccoli Casserole
Cheesy, comforting, and baked until golden, this broccoli casserole turns a humble veggie into the star of the table. It's low-carb and under 500 calories, so second helpings are totally fair game.
Cauliflower with Lemon and Dill
Lemon and dill turn simple cauliflower into something special! This bright, vegetarian side is proof that easy can still taste amazing.
Mango Shrimp Salad
Fresh mango meets juicy shrimp in this refreshing salad, a low-carb, high-protein pick that works just as well as a light lunch or a side dish.
Roast Beef Sliders
Thinly sliced roast beef and melty cheese pile onto soft slider buns for these American-style bites, an easy, low-carb-friendly appetizer built for game day or any gathering.
Copycat Taco Bell Cantina Chicken Bowl
Craving a fast-food favorite at home? This chicken bowl copycat keeps things gluten-free and low-carb while nailing that Tex-Mex flavor.
Cinnamon Sugar Biscuit Bites
Warm cinnamon sugar coats these bite-sized American biscuits for a vegetarian breakfast or dessert that's low carb and under 500 calories.
Smoked Tomatoes
Smoked Tomatoes are going to rock your world! So flavorful, they're perfect as snacks, on charcuterie boards, on burgers, or just on the end of your fork.
Salisbury Steak
Skillet Salisbury steak brings old-school comfort to the dinner table, a low-carb main dish that stays under 500 calories a serving.
Creamed Spinach with Mascarpone
Creamy, smooth, and loaded with spinach, this easy creamed spinach has a secret weapon: mascarpone. This common ingredient transforms the ho-hum spinach into a restaurant-worthy dish in minutes!
Grape Salad
No oven required for this one — just sweet, juicy grapes tossed in a creamy dressing for a salad that eats more like a dessert. Gluten-free, low-carb, and dangerously easy to snack on.
Smoked Garlic Parmesan Wings
Ready for crazy flavor? These Smoked Garlic Parm Wings are bursting with flavor! A kiss of smoke, plenty of garlic, and a touch of cheese put these savory wings over the top!
Million Dollar Dip
Rich, cheesy, and worth every bit of its name, this million dollar dip is a high-protein, low-carb crowd-pleaser for game day or any get-together.
Traeger Smoked Chicken Spatchcock
There's nothing quite as delicious as smoked chicken, and when you spatchcock it, it cooks evenly and deliciously! Also see my tips on how to get the skin crispy and delish!
Lemon Pepper Wings
Crispy chicken wings get tossed in bold lemon pepper seasoning for a zesty, low-carb, high-protein main that's just as good for game day as it is for dinner.
Smoked Ribeye Roast
Juicy, tender, and infused with deep smoky flavor, this Smoked Ribeye Roast is the ultimate showstopper. So rich and mouthwatering, it’s perfect for special occasions or anytime you want to impress!
Egg Roll in a Bowl
Egg roll in a bowl skips the wrapper but keeps all the flavor, a skillet beef main dish that's low carb and under 500 calories.
