Zucchini is a low-carb vegetable that is high in water content, which means it helps keep you fuller longer, discouraging overeating. This cheesy, handheld dish gives you all of those benefits, plus a nice crunch in each bite that you won’t find in many low-carb meals!
• Hands-On Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
Serves
2 medium zucchini
1 tablespoon avocado oil
1/4 cup low-carb, no-sugar-added pasta sauce
1/4 cup full-fat ricotta cheese
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
2 tablespoons grated vegetarian Parmesan cheese
1 Cut off 1" from the top and bottom of each zucchini. Slice zucchini in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out a bit of the inside, making room for filling. Brush with oil and spoon 2 tablespoons pasta sauce into each shell.
2 In a medium bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, oregano, garlic powder, and parsley. Spoon the mixture into each zucchini shell. Place stuffed zucchini shells into the air fryer basket.
3 Adjust the temperature to 350°F and set the timer for 20 minutes.
4 To remove from the fryer basket, use tongs or a spatula and carefully lift out. Top with Parmesan. Serve immediately.
CALORIES: 215
PROTEIN: 10.5 g
FIBER: 2.7 g
NET CARBOHYDRATES: 6.6 g
FAT: 14.9 g
SODIUM: 386 mg
CARBOHYDRATES: 9.3 g
SUGAR: 5.2 g
How to make roasted cauliflower steaks within 7 minutes.
Cauliflower steaks are a great vegetarian option that have nutrients and flavor. Roasting them with buffalo sauce gives you a light and spicy dish that is totally guilt-free! Serve with crumbled blue cheese or ranch dressing if you need to tone down the spice!
• Hands-On Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 7 minutes
Serves
1 medium head cauliflower
1/4 cup hot sauce
2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles
1/4 cup full-fat ranch dressing
Directions for easy roasted cauliflower steaks .
1 Remove cauliflower leaves. Slice the head in 1/2"-thick slices.
2 In a small bowl, mix hot sauce and butter. Brush the mixture over the cauliflower.
3 Place each cauliflower steak into the air fryer, working in batches if necessary.
4 Adjust the temperature to 400°F and set the timer for 7 minutes.
5 When cooked, edges will begin turning dark and caramelized.
6 To serve, sprinkle steaks with crumbled blue cheese. Drizzle with ranch dressing.
PER SERVING for 7 minutes roasted cauliflower steaks .
CALORIES: 122
PROTEIN: 4.9 g
FIBER: 3.0 g
NET CARBOHYDRATES: 4.7 g
FAT: 8.4 g
SODIUM: 283 mg
CARBOHYDRATES: 7.7 g
SUGAR: 2.9 g
How to make roasted veggie bowl for keto diet within 15 minutes.
Vegetables are a very important part of a keto diet. Equally important is deciding which vegetables to eat. This bowl is made up of a combination of very low-carb and high-fiber veggies to feed your body tons of nutrients while satisfying your palate.
• Hands-On Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serves
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup quartered Brussels sprouts
1/2 cup cauliflower florets
1/4 medium white onion, peeled and sliced 1/4" thick
1/2 medium green bell pepper, seeded and sliced 1/4" thick
1 tablespoon coconut oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
Directions for Roasted veggie bowl within 15 minutes.
1 Toss all ingredients together in a large bowl until vegetables are fully coated with oil and seasoning.
2 Pour vegetables into the air fryer basket.
3 Adjust the temperature to 360°F and set the timer for 15 minutes.
4 Shake two or three times during cooking. Serve warm.
PER SERVING for 15 minutes Roasted veggie bowl.
CALORIES: 121
PROTEIN: 4.3 g
FIBER: 5.2 g
NET CARBOHYDRATES: 7.9 g
FAT: 7.1 g
SODIUM: 112 mg
CARBOHYDRATES: 13.1 g
SUGAR: 3.8 g
MAKE IT A MEAL!
To make this an even more filling meal, add a serving of sautéed cauliflower rice to your bowl. Simply buy a steamer bag of riced or pearled cauliflower, follow package instructions, add butter with seasonings, and top it with your roasted veggies.