Can we all agree that cauliflower really is the keto or paleo MVP? Miss mashed potatoes - use cauliflower. Pizza crust? Cauliflower. Rice? You guessed it...cauliflower.
Loaded with flavorful pork, this fried “rice” is a big hit when you’re looking for something tasty, but still as satisfying as your favorite takeout food.
It’s also pretty easy to prepare and keeps well in the fridge.
You deserve to indulge in that Chinese craving without blowing your keto diet.
Pork Cauliflower Fried Rice
4 tablespoons sesame oil6 green onions (diced)1 clove garlic (minced)1 pound pork chops (cut into tiny pieces)1/2 cup shredded ...
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Open Faced Veggie Omelet
Omelets are an easy way to get your veggies in, and this one is no exception.
Loaded with fresh veggies, it’s full of fiber and thanks to the eggs - it's protein-rich as well. I promise this will keep you satisfied until lunch.
This is the perfect way to use up veggies leftover from last night’s dinner or to use up odds and ends from your farmer’s market haul.
If you don't like the veggies we've suggested - don't worry! You can essentially put in any vegetables you like in this. That's the beauty of an omelet.
Open Faced Veggie Omelet
2 tablespoons olive oil3 eggs (beaten well)1/2 small onion (diced)1 clove garlic1 ...
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Slow Cooker Keto Short Ribs
SLOW COOKERS FOR THE WIN.
I love tools that make life easy. And the slow cooker is one of them. 100%.
Short ribs may intimidate you if you’ve never made them, but they couldn’t be more easy if you have a slow cooker.
It takes all day, but the end result is tender, melt in your mouth beef that you simply can’t get enough of. Serve these with mashed cauliflower for the most comforting experience.
Just throw it in the slow cooker before you go to work. When you come home, you'll have delicious, tender short ribs that will make your mouth water.
What I love about this keto-friendly recipe is that it uses nutritious, real-food ...
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Keto Friendly Zucchini Bolognese
I bet you thought your days of bolognese were over once you decided to go keto. Surprise - they're not! You've just got to get a little veggie with it.
And you know how we like to roll around here...we love those veggies.
This rich and meaty sauce has amazing flavor. It's really the stick-to-your-ribs kind of comfort food.
You could use a spiralizer for the zucchini if you'd like, but it’s best served with wide, flat ribbons of zucchini, which are easy to create using a standard vegetable peeler. You’ll never know you’re eating something low-carb and nutritious.
Zucchini Bolognese
3 tablespoons olive oil1 onion ...
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Keto Blueberry Waffles
KETO WAFFLES? Is that really a thing??
Waffles are something you may have thought you were never going to eat again on keto, but good news — that is not true in the least.
These blueberry waffles are easy to prepare, and loaded with fiber and antioxidants. You can reduce the carbs by leaving out the blueberries, but for a sometimes treat, these are absolutely delicious.
If you’ve never had psyllium husk, you can find it in health food or specialty stores where you buy keto products. Serve these with a hard boiled egg or two and some avocado on the side for a complete breakfast.
Keto Blueberry Waffles
2 tablespoons ...
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Crispy Orange Chicken Thighs
Do you ever have those days when you miss orange chicken? Oh, I know I have. It was a go-to of mine back in my college Chinese takeout days.
Nowadays, I've gotten a lot pickier with what I order through takeout - and the orange chicken from Chinese restaurants doesn't quite make the cut for me.
That's why we had to get a healthy alternative on the site for you all.
Chicken thighs are cooked until golden brown and then flavored with oranges in this easy and delicious recipe.
Served with a hearty side of spinach, it’s filling and healthy, and will surely land on your dinner rotation.
Enjoy!
Crispy Orange Chicken Thighs with ...
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The Ultimate Guide To Intermittent Fasting
Paleo, Ketogenic, Carb Backloading, “If It Fits Your Macros”, Intermittent Fasting.
With so many different nutrition paths, it gets a little confusing - and rightfully so. The biggest take away from nutrition is that is it 100% individual. No one path will work for everyone. That is why education on all of them is so important.
Today we are going to talk about Intermittent Fasting.
What Is Intermittent Fasting?
[In a nutshell] Intermittent Fasting (IF) is an eating sequence that goes back and forth between periods of fasting and periods of eating. Notice the description is still relatively vague. That is because it is not black and ...
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Are Beets Paleo?
The Quick Answer
Yes, beets are Paleo.
Why Are Beets Paleo?
Beets are Paleo because they are a root vegetable that is loaded with a variety of vitamins and minerals. In fact, beets are known to be a health promoting and disease preventing functional food.
Researchers consider beetroot to be a promising therapeutic treatment in a range of health issues associated with oxidative stress and inflammation; their antioxidants are even considered to have chemo-preventive activity.
Beets are a versatile vegetable that can be prepared in several ways, even eaten raw and added to salads or juices, but watch out for packaged beets that are ...
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How Can The Paleo Diet Help Prevent Liver Fat?
Your liver is important...
Your liver is one of the hardest-working, multi-tasking organs in your entire body. Its roles include:
detoxifying the blood and cleansing the body of accumulated chemicals, alcohol, excess hormones, medications and toxins
regulating blood composition to balance levels of protein, fat and sugar
producing bile and enzymes needed for the digestion of fats
breaking down and expelling excess hormones to prevent imbalances
storing extra nutrients including iron, vitamins and minerals
helping to balance electrolyte levels (like calcium, magnesium, sodium and potassium)
What causes fat to accumulate ...
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5 Tips to Live an 80/20 Paleo Lifestyle
If you’ve been around Ultimate Paleo Guide much, you’ve probably heard of the term 80/20 paleo.
80% paleo. 20% everything else.
The idea is that you can eat paleo and still live life. Most people go on diets and feel “restricted.” Paleo is the opposite - the goal is to expand your life - not limit it.
Every now and then, if you want to go out, hang out with friends, get a drink or have pizza - you can - but make sure it’s only every now & then - not EVERY DAY.
What gets most people into trouble is that the 20% turns into 30% which turns into 40% which turns into 50%, etc. Suddenly, eating paleo & staying healthy is the ...
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