Does anyone have some good high protein / low carb recipes?

actg95
actg95 Posts: 85 Member
Good morning! I am in need of some great high protein / low carb recipes. Can anyone help?

An idea for you all -- I take leftover grilled chicken breast, chunk it up into small pieces, sprinkle some shredded cheese on it and microwave it for 60 - 90 seconds. Yummy!

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  • dls06
    dls06 Posts: 6,774 Member
    http://www.dlife.com/diabetes/diabetic-recipes/

    This site has tons of low carb recipes. You can actually choose the amount of carbs and or protein you want and it gives you options. It's based on the glycemic index.
  • actg95
    actg95 Posts: 85 Member
    Thank you! For some reason, I didn't see this until today.

    Thank you again,
    Melanie
  • hjge67
    hjge67 Posts: 10 Member
    Thanks for the info... I am trying to eat my protein as well. I was told to eat 20 grams of protein for breakfast to kick start my metabolism and to have 5-6 small meals during the day.
  • whouwannab
    whouwannab Posts: 350 Member
    I make tuna salad using cottage cheese instead of miracle whip or mayo. very good and lots of protein.
  • Andwynn
    Andwynn Posts: 38 Member
    I would love some higher protein recipies that are vegetarian, if anyone has any!
  • flufftofab
    flufftofab Posts: 9 Member
    I like this site/ forum for great recipes:
    http://www.lowcarbfriends.com/recipereview/
  • anang
    anang Posts: 7 Member
    One of my favorites for when it is cooler weather is Taco Chili, it's a Weight Watcher's Recipe I believe.
    I'm vegetarian so I use Morningstar or Boca brand crumbles, but it's still very high in protein with the beans.

    1 pound of lean ground beef or substitute (non-meat)
    (fry that up, or heat up for non-meat)
    1 onion I use the white in the chili but you can use yellow if you prefer.
    (cut it up and saute)
    Then in a big pot stir in:

    beef
    onion
    1 can of tomatoes
    1 can of mexican style tomatoes
    1 can of kidney beans
    1 can of chili beans (no meat)
    1 packet of taco seasoning
    1 packet of ranch dressing (yes the dry dressing)

    Heat and enjoy....I put a little cheese or sour cream on top if I have enough room in my calories for the day. :)
    It's one of my very favorite recipes EVER!!! Everyone vegetarian or not loves it too, I've served it to at least 10 different people.
  • anang
    anang Posts: 7 Member
    oops
  • TMarieB30
    TMarieB30 Posts: 24
    I make turkey smokies (sausages), broccoli, and cheese.

    Chicken breasts/tenders, sprayed with olive oil spray, dipped in low sodium taco seasoning, and spread salsa over the top and bake. Soooo yummy! You can top with low fat cheese and sour cream if desired :)
  • Emancipated_Tai
    Emancipated_Tai Posts: 751 Member
    I make tuna salad using cottage cheese instead of miracle whip or mayo. very good and lots of protein.

    I would have never thought of this. Thanks!
  • TMarieB30
    TMarieB30 Posts: 24
    To cure mashed potato cravings, I mash up steamed cauliflower, add a dash of your preferred dairy, garlic and seasonings to taste. Very yummy side dish.
  • Dawnhasajeep
    Dawnhasajeep Posts: 180 Member
    When I use to eat meat I would do a lot of chicken salad.
    Boiled chicken
    Greek yogurt
    Little lemon juice
    Some diced up apple
    Serve on top of lettuce
  • kittymoney
    kittymoney Posts: 115 Member
    bump
  • bridgettegarzonie
    bridgettegarzonie Posts: 54 Member
    bump. Trainer just told me I neeed to up protein and lower carb.
  • chicpeach
    chicpeach Posts: 302 Member
    Greek yogurt is much higher in protein than regular yogurt. I buy the plain non-fat Greek yogurt. It tastes like and can be used instead of sour cream, turning your garnish into extra protein and as an added bonus, no fat!

    I use it all kinds of ways, you can add your own fruit and nuts (which ups the protein too) and other goodies like your protein powder. I add chocolate syrup for a chocolate pudding type desert - totally guilt free chocolate fix and so healthy!
  • I made some very yummy flaxseed pancakes yesterday.

    4 egg whites
    3 T ground flaxseed
    1 tsp baking powder
    1/2 tsp vanilla
    1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder
    dash of cinnamon
    dash of splenda

    wisk together and let sit 2 minutes before making like a pancake.

    8g fat
    10.5g carbs
    31.9g protein
    6g fiber

    I put greek yogurt and berries on mine.. mmm mmm mmm

    Enjoy!
  • abouck
    abouck Posts: 71 Member
    Bump
  • To expand on your leftover chunks of chicken....

    In a non-stick skillet, sautee' a handful of Rainbow Slaw (shredded broccoli), sliced onion, pepper, minced garlic and some celery slices in a tsp of olive oil. Stir till almost tender. Salt/pepper to taste and add your fav. spice.

    Make a "well" in the center of the veggie mixture and add 2 TBS of chicken broth. Then lay a wedge of Laughing Cow Light Cheese (regular flavor or one of the new flavors such as Chipotle, or Blue Cheese) in the well and smoosh it till it melts into the chicken broth. Stir through the veggies. Add the chicken. You can also add a handful of fresh spinach leaves and stir until wilted and coated with the sauce.
  • Catdip1
    Catdip1 Posts: 1
    My favorite high protein meal -
    Tagliatta -
    Rib-eye steak cooked the way you like it
    Loads of rocket leaves
    Parmisan cheese - cut with potato peeler to get "strip" effect
    Topped off with a balsamic vinegar glaze or lemon juice

    Cut steak into strips,place on top of rocket, add cheese and glaze
    Delicious!
  • V_Walsh
    V_Walsh Posts: 6
    I have a simple spicy chili recipe.

    Ground turkey, 2 8oz cans of tomato sauce and a can of dark kidney beans.

    Brown the turkey meat, pour in the tomato sauce and kidney beans (drained) then add McCormick's spicy chili mix. The longer you let it simmer the better it tastes. But it is quick and easy if your in a hurry.

    This feeds 4-5 people. Each serving size is about 1 cup.

    325 cal.
    29 carbs.
    3 sat. fats
    31 protein per serving

    Sometimes I add 1/4 cup of shredded fat free cheese (Kraft)

    Enjoy!
  • crowntech
    crowntech Posts: 8 Member
    Turkey Chili

    1 can Brooks Chili mix (yellow can)
    2-3lbs low fat cooked ground turkey
    2 cans tomato any kind but low sod
    1 can stewed tomato
    1 package taco season low sodium
    2 bags of Kroger onion and 3 pepper mix
    1/2 can mild enchiladas sauce
    enough V8 low sodium juice to right thickness
    Put into crockpot for 4-6 hours on low

    to spice it up you can add the whole can of enchidas sauce or med/hot.
  • jensedun
    jensedun Posts: 20 Member
    http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/

    This is a great low carb website. I found a lot of great recipes here. I printed off the ones I want to try and put them in a "cookbook" notebook for easy reference and quick ideas.
  • DJ478
    DJ478 Posts: 909 Member
    bump
  • khein33
    khein33 Posts: 20
    bump-- recently started low carb due to insulin resistance.
  • ExplorinLauren
    ExplorinLauren Posts: 991 Member
    Bump!
  • carriparton
    carriparton Posts: 62 Member
    Check out my blog, I have a few of them!!

    http://experimentinginthkitchen.blogspot.com/
  • thistimeismytime
    thistimeismytime Posts: 711 Member
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