Many people want to cut down on the carbs in their diets.
A lot of people think this means sacrificing quality or taste, but that doesn’t have to be the case at all. This is the first in a group of articles about low-carb foods you’ll love. If you already eat some of these but didn’t know they’re low-carb, now you can enjoy them without guilt!
Beef
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Steak is delicious and hearty. While you do have to watch cholesterol and fat intake with steak, you don’t have to worry much about carbs, especially if you trim off most of the fat.
Chicken
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Chicken is lower in fat and cholesterol than steak is, and it’s also one of the cheapest meats you’ll find at the grocery store. In addition, it’s highly versatile.
Eggs
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Eggs are rich in protein and also really low in carbs. Still, they’re filling and make a great start to the day, and they also provide a quick energy boost at other times, which is why many people prepare several hard-boiled eggs at a time.
Salmon
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Salmon isn’t just delicious; it’s also naturally low in saturated fats and cholesterol. It also is rich in compounds known to reduce bad cholesterol levels. Leftover salmon makes for a really tasty lunch or snack, too.
Trout
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Trout isn’t as thick and hearty as salmon is in most cases, but it’s still really tasty and easy to prepare. If you’re looking for trout with more like the look, texture, and flavor of salmon, try steelhead.
Crab and Lobster
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Neither of these is cheap, but both are incredibly tasty on their own and in other dishes. They’re also great whether served hot or cold.
Broccoli
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Broccoli is one of the healthiest foods out there, and it also doesn’t cost very much. It’s a perfect low-carb addition to many meals, and it’s easy to prepare steamed, boiled, or grilled.
Onions
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Onions can be sliced and diced so many different ways, and they’ll go with almost any meal. They’re also cheap. Bonus: they’re also tasty raw as a snack.
Strawberries
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Fresh strawberries and other berries deliver sweetness and an energy kick from natural sugar, not additives. They also keep really well in the freezer, so if you can’t finish a batch before mold comes along, save them for later!
Grapefruit
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Citrus fruits are sweet (and sometimes sour) by nature, and they’re also great for your immune system because of the Vitamin C. Grapefruit can be a breakfast on its own, a complement to one, or a snack whenever you get an itch for it.
Cheddar Cheese
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In the fridge, cheddar cheese keeps for a long time, even after you’ve opened the package. That’s provided you keep it well-sealed. Like many other dairy products, it’s hearty and goes well with a lot of meals but also hits the spot if you need a quick snack.
Peanuts
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Nuts, in general, are great foods, and yes, we know peanuts are technically legumes, not nuts. Regardless, peanuts are pretty cheap, and they’re filling and deliver a lot of protein in just a small amount.
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