2 The best way to start a journey is to have a map or plan. Here are 10 easy and delicious low carb snack recipes for those times you crave something savory or sweet. These are ones that I really like and I hope you do too! Enjoy For more delicious low carb recipes please visit my blog: http://mylifecookbook.com Also check out my latest ebook https:// mylifecookbook.com/30-best-lowcarb-recipes-ebook/ Disclaimer Copyright 2018 by Denise Z. Wright All rights reserved. This book or any portion thereof may not be reproduced or used in any manner whatsoever without the express written permission of the publisher except for the use of brief quotations in a book review. Although the author has made every effort to ensure that the information in this book was correct at press time, the author does not assume and hereby disclaim any liability to any party for any loss, damage, or disruption caused by errors or omissions, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident, or any other cause.
3 Table of Contents Table of Contents 3 Low Carb Chicken Nachos 4 Savory Pizza Waffles 6 Salami Tostadas 8 Crispbread 10 Portobello Mushroom Chips 12 Cookie Dough Snacks 14 Lemon Strawberry Cheesecake Treats 16 Jelly Bean Gelatin 18 Molten Chocolate Microwave Cake 20 Chocolate Brownie Cookies 22 More Low Carb Snack Ideas 24
4 Low Carb Chicken Nachos These low carb chicken nachos taste great as a taco salad too! Making chips and taco shells out of cheese is the perfect vehicle for making Mexican dishes such as these. Either as nachos or a taco salad there is only 2.6g net carbs!
5 Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 10 minutes Total Time 20 minutes Servings 2 Ingredients 1 cup cooked chicken breast, chopped 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 2 green onions, diced 1/4 cup grape tomatoes, chopped Lime Crema 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 lime zest (zest only) 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 clove garlic, crushed Instructions 1. Note recipe will make two plates of nachos with 8 chips each or two taco salads. 2. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. To make the lime crema 1. In a bowl mix the sour cream, lime juice, garlic and zest. Refrigerate until ready to use. 2. Line a cookie tray with parchment paper or a silicone mat like this. To make the nacho chips 1. Add mounds of cheddar cheese using 1 tablespoon full. to the cookie tray. This recipe will make 16 chips from the 1 cup of cheese. Bake for about 8 minutes or until the cheese gets nice and crispy. To make the taco salad shells 1. Add the cheese in 2 large circles on the cookie tray. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is nice and crispy but not burnt. Take it out of the oven and lay over a soup bowl. Shape into a taco salad shell and let cool. This recipe will make 2 taco salad shells. 2. When cheese has cooled add the toppings and then spoon a little lime crema on top Nutritional Information for 1 serving (1/2 of recipe) 358 cals / 21.4g fat / 3.8g carbs / 1.2g fiber / 36.4g protein = 2.6g net carbs And for 1 tablespoon of the lime crema 31 cals / 2.5g fat / 1.1g carbs / 0.5g protein = 1.1g net carbs
6 Savory Pizza Waffles These delicious savory pizza waffles are not only grain free, they are also low carb. All you need are eggs, cheese, cauliflower, pepperoni and spices. Only 0.9g net carbs each!
7 Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 10 minutes Total Time 15 minutes Servings 4 Ingredients 1 egg 1/4 cup riced cauliflower 6 slices of pepperoni chopped 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese shredded 1/4 cup cheddar cheese shredded 2 T grated parmesan cheese 1/4 t garlic powder 1/4 t onion powder 1/4 t oregano 1/4 t basil tomato sauce for dipping Instructions 1. First rice your cauliflower. There are a few ways to do this, but you can just cut it up into florets and pulse in a food processor (gently though...you don't want cauliflower puree) 2. In a large bowl beat the egg and then add the rest of the ingredients. Mix well. 3. Heat up your waffle maker and then grease it with melted coconut oil or butter. 4. Make your waffles according to your manufacturer's directions. 5. This recipe makes 4 small waffles or 1 large one. 6. Enjoy! The nutritional information for 1 small waffle (without sauce) is: 96 cals / 7.2g fat / 1.1g carbs / 0.2g fiber / 6.6g protein = 0.9g net carbs
8 Salami Tostadas These low carb salami tostadas are a delicious snack and only take 5 minutes to make. Just 1 tostada has only 0.6g net carbs and makes a great appetizer too!
9 Prep Time 3 minutes Cook Time 2 minutes Total Time 5 minutes Servings 9 Ingredients 9 pieces of salami 3 tablespoons of sour cream 3 tablespoons of cheddar cheese shredded 1 jalapino thinly sliced 1/2 cup shredded lettuce 3 grape tomatoes small dice Instructions 1. Add the salami slices to a microwave plate. 2. Microwave for 1 minute. Then in 15 second intervals cook again until they are darker in color but not burnt. Mine took 1-2 minutes. 3. Let cool while you chop your vegetables. 4. Assemble salami with lettuce, cheese, sour cream, tomatoes and jalapeños. Nutritional Information for 1 serving 57 cals / 4.5g fat / 0.8g carbs / 0.2g fiber / 3.3g protein = 0.6g net carbs
10 Crispbread This low carb and gluten free crispbread is the perfect vehicle for avocado toast or anything else you would like to top it with. It s full of healthy ingredients and has a great crunch that will satisfy you on a low carb diet. Only 0.9g net carbs per piece.
11 Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 40 minutes Total Time 50 minutes Servings 9 Ingredients 1 cup blanched almond flour 2 tablespoons hulled, raw sunflower seeds 2 tablespoons sesame seeds 1/8 cup Parmesan cheese, grated 2 tablespoons ground flax seed 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 egg whites 2 tablespoons Everything Bagel Spice (see note) Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. 2. In a bowl mix all of the ingredients to make a dough. 3. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and place the dough on top. 4. Spray a piece of wax paper and lay over the dough. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out until it's about 1/4 inch thick. This dough will not rise. Try to shape the dough into a rectangular shape. 5. Score the dough using a knife or pizza cutter. Place in the oven and bake until brown but not burnt, about 40 minutes. 6. Let cool before breaking apart. 7. NOTE: If you don't have the Everything Bagel Spice you can make your own. Just mixed equal parts sea salt, dried minced onion, dried minced garlic, sesame seeds and poppy seeds. Mix together and then use 2 tablespoons of this mix in the dough Nutritional Information for 1 serving 81 cals / 6g fat / 1.9g carbs / 1.0g fiber / 3.5g protein = 0.9g net carbs
12 Portobello Mushroom Chips If you like mushrooms you will love these low carb portobello mushroom chips. It s simple to make these mushroom chips and they are full of flavor with only 0.4g net carbs per serving.
13 Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 40 minutes Total Time 45 minutes Servings 2 Ingredients 2 portobello mushrooms 2 tbsp butter, melted Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. 2. Slice mushrooms very thin use a mandoline if possible. 3. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and place mushrooms slices on top. Make sure to evenly space mushrooms and not to overlap. 4. Brush melted butter on both sides of the mushrooms and sprinkle salt over them. 5. Cook for 40 minutes or until desired crunchiness. 6. Serve immediately Nutritional Information for 1 serving 113 cals / 11.7g fat / 0.4g carbs / 1.5g protein = 0.4g net carbs
14 Cookie Dough Snacks These low carb cookie dough snacks are delicious and easy to make with only 1.3g net carbs! Store them in the freezer for a quick, low carb treat you can grab and go.
15 Prep Time 5 minutes Total Time 5 minutes Servings 14 Ingredients 1/2 cup raw walnuts 3 tablespoons coconut flour 4 tablespoons butter softened 2 tablespoons Swerve sweetener 1/4 teaspoon liquid vanilla stevia I use SweetLeaf 1/4 teaspoon molasses 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips if using Lilly's stevia sweetened chips you can use 2 tablespoons Instructions 1. Add walnuts to a food processor and pulse until it becomes a dough like consistency. Don't do over process or it will be come too liquid. 2. Place into a large bowl and mix the rest of the ingredients together, saying the chips for last. 3. Fold the chips in and the roll into bite sized balls. 4. Refrigerate or freeze.lemon Strawberry Cheesecake Treats Nutritional Information for 1 serving 70 cals / 6.4g fat / 4.3g carbs / 3g fiber / 0.9g protein = 1.3g net carbs
16 Lemon Strawberry Cheesecake Treats Add a bit of sunshine to your winter day with these low carb lemon strawberry cheesecake treats. Whip up this delicious and easy no bake dessert in minutes.
17 Prep Time 15 minutes Total Time 15 minutes Servings 2 Ingredients 3 oz cream cheese, softened 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream 1/3 cup Swerve sweetener** 2 teaspoons lemon extract zest of 1 lemon 2 strawberries, large Instructions 1. In a mixing bowl add the cream cheese, sweetener and whipping cream. Beat on high until smooth and creamy. 2. Add in lemon extract and mix well. If you would like more lemon flavor add a bit of the lemon zest as you won't need all of it. 3. Take 1 of the strawberries and chop into little pieces. With the other strawberry, slice into thin heart shaped pieces. 4. Fill each jar half way with half of the cream cheese mixture. 5. Add the chopped strawberry to both jars to make a nice layer. 6. Top the strawberries with the rest of the cream cheese mixture. 7. Use the slices of the strawberry to make a flow pattern on top. 8. Sprinkle lemon zest in the middle of each flower. You don't have to use all the zest, just what looks nice. 9. Refrigerate until ready to eat. 10.**You can use whatever sweetener you like. Just make sure the amount you use is equal to 1/3 cup sugjelly Bean Gelatin Snacks Nutritional Information for 1 serving 474 cals / 48.2g fat / 5.7g carbs / 0.4g fiber / 4.5g protein = 5.3g net carbs
18 Jelly Bean Gelatin Looking for a low carb Easter treat? Try these low carb jelly bean gelatin snacks! Easy to make and virtually no calories or carbs and the added benefit of using healthy gelatin!
19 Prep Time 10 minutes Total Time 10 minutes Servings 3 Ingredients 1/4 cup cold water 1/2 tablespoon unflavored gelatin 1/4 cup Torani sugar free syrup of choice 1/4 cup boiling water 1 tablespoon lemon juice 3 tablespoons cold water Instructions 1. Add 1/4 cup cold water and gelatin to a pyrex measuring cup. Whisk well. 2. Pour in Torani sugar free syrup and then the 1/4 cup of boiling water. Whisk until the gelatin dissolves. 3. Ad in the lemon juice and the 3 tablespoons of cold water. Mix and then pour into containers. 4. Refrigerate for 1 or 2 hours until set.molten Microwave Chocolate Cake Nutritional Information for 1 serving 7 cals / 0.7g carbs / 1.8g protein = 0.7g net carbs
20 Molten Chocolate Microwave Cake This low carb molten chocolate cake takes less than 5 minutes to make because you make it in the microwave. This easy, low carb dessert would be perfect for Valentine s Day or when you have a chocolate craving. Only 4.9g net carbs.
21 Prep Time 3 minutes Cook Time 2 minutes Total Time 5 minutes Servings 1 Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons cocoa 2 tablespoons Swerve sweetener 1 egg yolk 2 tablespoons heavy cream 1/4 bar chocolate**(~6-7 grams 85% dark chocolate) 10 drops liquid vanilla stevia Instructions 1. Add butter to a ramekin and microwave for 30 seconds. 2. Add in cocoa powder, Swerve sweetener, stevia, and cream. Mix well. 3. Next add in egg yolk and mix well again. Take the small piece of chocolate and break into small pieces. Add to the center of ramekin and push in with finger. 4. Microwave for 30 seconds. Let stand for a few minutes and then eat. The middle should be melty and the sides should be cooked. Do not cook for more than 30 seconds. 5. ** I used a 1/4 of a bar of 85% cacao chocolate that I get at Aldi. See picture in post. If you are substituting another chocolate make sure it is low in carbs. You only need a little, tiny bit. You can also forgo this step completely and it will still be deliciochocolate Brownie Cookies Nutritional Information for 1 serving with chocolate bar 422 cals / 42.9g fat / 39.7g carbs / 34.8g fiber / 3.3g protein = 4.9g net carbs without 382 cals / 39.6g fat / 37.5g carbs / 34g fiber / 2.6g protein = 3.5g net carbs
22 Chocolate Brownie Cookies These low carb chocolate brownie cookies are so easy to make and will definitely satisfy your chocolate cravings. Soft and chewy, these very chocolatey keto cookies only require a few ingredients and have 1.2g net carbs per cookie!
23 Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 15 minutes Total Time 25 minutes Servings 15 Ingredients 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature 1 egg, beaten 1 teaspoon baking powder 6 tablespoons cocoa powder* (I recommend Guittards or Divine) 1/4 cup Swerve sweetener 120 mini Lily's chocolate chips* (roughly 3 tablespoons) Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside. 2. Using a hand mixer, cream the Swerve sweetener and cream cheese. When nice and creamy add in the baking powder, cocoa powder and egg. 3. Mix well until a dough forms. Add in half of the chocolate chips and mix with a spoon to incorporate. 4. Spoon out the cookies on the cookie sheet. The dough is very sticky. Flatten the cookie dough with your fingers and sprinkle a few of the remaining chocolate chips. This batch made 15 cookies for me. 5. Bake for 10-15 minutes. You want the cookies to be firm to the touch but not too firm. 6. Take out of the oven and let cool completely before eating. Eat immediately or store in the refrigerator. 7. *Note* I used Guittard or Divine cocoa rough powder. It's a better brand of cocoa powder and has less carbs. You can use regular cocoa powder but it might increase the carbs. For the chocolate chips I used Lily's dark chocolate stevia sweetened mini chips. 120 chips is roughly 3 tablespoons and only 4g net carbsthank you! Nutritional Information for 1 serving 53 cals / 4.6g fat / 3.2g carbs / 2g fiber / 1.7g protein = 1.2g net carbs
24 More Low Carb Snack Ideas The recipes I ve given you are ones that I have created because they were things I crave. However there are times when you don t want to cook and just need something grab and munch on. Here are a few more ideas of already prepared low carb food snacks.
25 PLATTER INGREDIENTS CARB COUNT smoked salmon 3 oz, 0g carbs salami Genoa 1 oz, 0.5g net carbs ham 1 oz 0.5g, net carbs pepperoni 6 small pieces, 0g carbs cheddar cheese 1 oz, 0.4g net carbs cucumbers 1/4 cup of slices, 1.0g net carbs asparagus 5 cooked spears, 1.6g net carbs avocados 1/8 slice, 0.4g net carbs artichoke hearts marinated 1 oz, 2g net carbs strawberries 1/4 cup, 2.4g net carbs blackberries 1/4 cup, 1.6g net carbs raspberries 1/4 cup, 1.7g net carbs hard boiled eggs 1 whole, 0.6g net carbs my everything low carb crackers 5 crackers, 4g net carbs Mary s Gone Crackers 5 crackers, 6.3g net carbs pickled cauliflower 1/4 cup, 1.5g net carbs spicy pickled green beans (my hubby s) 1/4 cup, 2.1g net carbs Greek olives 6 pitted, 0g carbs whole grain mustard 2 teaspoons (Trader Joe s), 0g net carbs
26 Thank you for purchasing my book! I am always adding more and more low carb recipes to my blog (My Life Cookbook.com) so please stop by and check them out. I hope you enjoy the recipes and wish you good luck on your low carb journey! Sincerely, Denise For more delicious low carb recipes please visit my blog: http://mylifecookbook.com Also check out my latest ebook https:// mylifecookbook.com/30-best-low-carb-recipes-ebook/