These low-carb lunch ideas are the perfect choice for an easy meal.
We lower the carbohydrates by using cauliflower, zucchini and avocado in place of ingredients like rice and bread.
Feel free to swap out the turkey for cooked chicken or chickpeas to mix things up.
Using an immersion blender (or regular blender) gives it a smooth, creamy texture.
Here, we combine it with avocados in an easy no-cook meal.
At lunchtime, just reheat to steaming then top with a bit of pesto.
Serve it on a piece of toasted whole-grain bread or inside a tender lettuce leaf.
Look for precooked wild rice packets to cut down on prep time.
It’s perfect for lunch or a quick, easy dinner on the go.
Look for a low-sodium soup that has 450 mg sodium or less per serving.
to prepare a week’s worth of healthy, low-carb lunches can be found at your neighborhood grocery store.
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If you’re able to’t find a hearty mix, go with broccoli slaw or shredded Brussels sprouts.
Plus, you might easily pack these up for work, school or a picnic–no soggy bread!
This recipe was originally made for one serving but can be easily adapted to serve more.
Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
Chicken Salad-Stuffed Avocados
Looking for a clean, packable lunch for work?
This healthy homemade chicken salad served inside an avocado instead of with bread is just the ticket.
Plus, this recipe makes enough for ready-made lunches for the week!
Source: EatingWell.com, April 2017
