Whether you’re following a low-carb diet or are watching your carb intake for health reasons, Cut the Carbs magazine can help you find a healthy approach to reaching your carb goals. With an emphasis on making the carbs you do eat count, this issue contains over 80 wholesome, healthful recipes that are low in carbs yet still provide the vitamins, minerals, and fiber your body needs. Stories in this issue focus on creative ideas for breakfast, snacks, drinks, and sides, as well as time-saving meals, air-fryer recipes, and all-in-one bowls. A complete nutrition analysis is provided for each recipe, with carb counts prominently displayed for easy reference. A handy index helps you find the recipes that are right for you.
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How to Eat CARB-SMART’FOR Life! • If you’ve picked up this issue, chances are you’re trying to limit the amount of carbs you eat. Whatever your motivation, we’ve got lots of recipes to help you reach your carb goals! You’ll notice, though, that the recipes in this issue aren’t extreme in their carb reduction—instead they’re carb-smart. That’s because your body actually needs some carbohydrate-rich foods to get the nutrients it needs to function. Here’s our smart approach to keeping carbs in check.
KiCK-START YOUR DAY the RiGHT WAY • Wake up with breakfast recipes that are packed with protein and keep you powered straight through until lunchtime. What better way to start your morning?
nibble away with Snacks that Satisfy • Whether you need a midday snack or an easy predinner appetizer, you don’t have to rely on carb-heavy foods! These creative snack recipes are delicious and nutritious—and all come in under 10 grams of carbs per serving.
POWER BOWLS that Pack a Punch • A never-fail approach to a healthful meal is a bowl piled high with plenty of veggies, lean protein, and whole grains. Here are our favorite carb-smart variations, featuring a wide array of nutrient-dense foods, intriguing flavors, and colorful ingredients.
The Devil Is In the Details • Deviled eggs are a perfect low-carb food: They’re bite-size, protein-packed, and endlessly versatile. Perfect the technique, then switch up the flavors.
All Wrapped Up in GREEN • Sturdy leafy greens make a fresh alternative to breads and tortillas. Explore how lettuce, kale, cabbage, and chard can help you enjoy your favorite sandwich and wrap fillings.
a Sauce FOR EVERY OCCASION • Keep your go-to meals lively and exciting by serving them with a bold sauce! These vibrant recipes all stay under 3 grams of carbs per serving.
EASY, BREEZY MEALS WITH 5 INGREDIENTS • Looking to streamline your grocery shopping and meal prep? These recipes use just five ingredients (plus cooking oil, salt, and pepper) and require around 30 minutes of hands-on time. Getting healthful, lower-carb meals on the table couldn’t get any easier!
The Great Big Pasta Swap • There’s an easy trick when it comes to enjoying pasta while watching your carbs: Trade half the noodles for veggies. The simple swaps in these recipes offer flavorful takes on pasta and noodle dishes, all with fewer carbs than you’d think!
We Just Can't Get ENOUGH Califlower • This versatile vegetable is a low-carb powerhouse, thanks to a meaty texture and mild flavor that adapts to whatever it’s paired with. Here’s how to turn it into the star of the show.
Perfectly Portioned MEALS • Tucking a meal inside of a vegetable means you’ll serve just the right amount. Plus, these nutrient-dense veggie vessels add an extra boost of vitamins and minerals to every serving.
all-in-one Air Fryer • Sure, air fryers are great for turning out perfect fries and chicken tenders. But you can also use these devices to cook balanced, carb-smart meals with little fuss.
Go-To SIDES to Round Out a meal • Nonstarchy veggies are the...