CROCKPOT CREAMY TUSCAN SALMON
Bring restaurant-quality flavor to your table with this Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Salmon by Miriam Rees. Made with flaky salmon, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach in a rich garlic-butter cream sauce, this Crockpot recipe is simple, satisfying, and perfectly balanced for a healthy lifestyle.
LEBANESE BEEF KAFTA
This Lebanese Beef Kafta recipe by Dr. Cindy Tanzar is full of warm spices, fresh herbs, and tender ground beef. Perfect for Standard & Maintenance Plans, it’s a simple, flavorful dish that fits a healthy lifestyle.
BEEF TACO SKILLET
Looking for a quick, healthy, and satisfying weeknight meal? This Beef Taco Skillet by Dr. Cindy Tanzar is packed with lean protein, fresh veggies, and gooey cheese—all made in just one pan. Perfect for busy nights, it’s a family-friendly recipe that also works beautifully for meal prep.
MARINATED VEGETABLE KEBABS
These Marinated Vegetable Kebabs are fresh, colorful, and bursting with flavor. Marinated in balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and herbs, they’re perfect for summer grilling or easy oven roasting. Vegan, healthy, and ready in under 30 minutes of cooking time, they’re a vibrant addition to any meal.
SPINACH & MUSHROOM QUICHE
This cheesy, crustless spinach & mushroom quiche is loaded with savory vegetables and protein-rich eggs. Perfect for brunch or a light, low-carb dinner during maintenance.
FOURTH OF JULY FRUIT PIZZA
Looking for a patriotic treat that won’t wreck your healthy habits? Dr. Cindy Tanzar’s Fourth of July Fruit Pizza is a delicious, low-carb dessert made with a soft almond flour cookie base, sugar-free icing, and fresh berries. Perfect for your holiday celebration—and your conscience.
STUFFED PEPPER SKILLET
This easy one-pot Stuffed Pepper Skillet is packed with seasoned ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and cheesy goodness—perfect for meal prep. Makes 8 servings and freezes beautifully!
CREAMY PESTO CHICKEN
Looking for a healthy, flavorful chicken recipe? Try this Creamy Pesto Chicken recipe by Dr. Cindy Tanzar! Perfect for low-carb dinners, healthy weeknight meals, or special occasions. Incorporate keywords such as “healthy pesto chicken,” “easy chicken dinner,” and “low-carb pesto recipe” to help more readers discover this delicious dish.
ROASTED BOK CHOY
Looking for a quick, healthy side dish that packs flavor and crunch? This roasted bok choy recipe is simple, satisfying, and ready in just 20 minutes—perfect for anyone on a wellness journey.
LEMON CREAM ARTICHOKES
What a perfect dish in time for Spring and Easter! This dish is very simple, yet provides a wonderful creamy lemon sauce that is bright, light, and refreshing. It pairs nicely with chicken or any kind of fish or seafood.
BUTTERNUT SQUASH BAKED SPAGHETTI
Indulge in this super yummy, guilt-free twist on classic spaghetti that replaces traditional pasta with the nutrient-packed goodness of butternut squash! The unique flavors and textures will satisfy your cravings so much that you won’t even miss the pasta.
EGGPLANT CAPONATA
Caponata is a delicious Sicilian eggplant dish with many variations. It’s flavors are savory and earthy, yet tangy. It can be served warm or at room temperature as a side dish, or as a topping for grilled chicken or fish. Making this dish ahead of time lets the flavors develop even further.
EGG ROLL SOUP
This easy one-pot recipe has all the great flavors of an egg roll, but in a soup. You can always adjust the flavors with more or less garlic, ginger or sesame oil to your liking.
MEXICAN BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
Kick off your holiday mornings with this easy and flavorful Mexican Breakfast Casserole, a perfect dish to feed the whole family while keeping it low-carb and weight-loss friendly. With layers of eggs, cheese, peppers, and spices, this casserole is both hearty and satisfying. Feel free to dress it up with fresh salsa, a dollop of sour cream, creamy avocado, or a sprinkle of cilantro for an extra burst of flavor. Whip it up ahead of time and watch it become a festive hit, ensuring everyone leaves the breakfast table happy and well-fed without compromising their health goals!
CROCKPOT SWISS STEAK
Transform budget-friendly cuts of beef into a tender, fork-worthy delight with this easy Crockpot Swiss Steak recipe! Simply toss everything into your slow cooker without the need for pan-browning, and let it work its magic while you go about your day. This hands-off approach yields a flavorful dish that melts in your mouth and offers delicious leftovers for later. Perfectly seasoned and packed with savory goodness, this Swiss steak is a hassle-free option for busy weeknights or gatherings, ensuring you can enjoy a hearty meal with minimal effort.
SPICED BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH CRANBERRIES
This Fall/Winter recipe is beautiful for your holiday table or delicious any time you can purchase fresh or frozen unsweetened cranberries. The cranberries add a nice tart pop to the sweet and spicy, roasted squash.
CHRISTMAS CHICKEN COBB SALAD
Elevate your holiday celebrations with this stunning Christmas Chicken Cobb Salad, a visual delight that serves beautifully as a centerpiece or a festive side dish at any gathering. Almost too gorgeous to eat, this salad invites creativity, allowing you to customize it to your liking—feel free to swap out ingredients to create a personal twist, or transform it into a vegan or vegetarian dish with ease. Its layered presentation not only captures the essence of the season but also provides flexibility to double the portions by adding more greens. While it might not fit your regular meal planning, this clean recipe is perfect for special occasions, ensuring that both taste and presentation shine at your holiday table!
GREEK MOUSSAKA
Dive into the heart of Mediterranean cuisine with this easy and delicious Greek Moussaka, a layered masterpiece that boasts tender roasted eggplant, seasoned ground meat, and a creamy Gouda cheese sauce. Infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon and oregano, each bite is a journey of rich flavors and textures that come together in perfect harmony. Ideal for family gatherings or special occasions, this comforting dish is sure to impress guests and satisfy your cravings, making it a timeless favorite on your dinner table. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or reheated the next day, this Moussaka promises unforgettable flavors with every serving.
MIXED BERRY CRUMBLE
A refreshing, low-carb berry dessert made with blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries, topped with a spiced pecan crumble. Ideal for special occasions.
LOW-CARB PECAN PIE
A buttery low-carb pecan pie with classic flavor and gooey filling—perfect for holidays and special occasions without the sugar.
CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
Dr. Cindy Tanzar’s vegan chocolate mousse is rich, silky, and made with just a few ingredients. Dairy-free, sugar-free, and perfect for special occasions.
CAPRESE CHRISTMAS WREATH
Celebrate the festive season with a stunning Caprese Christmas Wreath that’s as beautiful as it is delicious! This vibrant centerpiece showcases fresh basil, creamy baby mozzarella balls, and juicy cherry tomatoes, bringing the bright colors of the holidays to your table. Optional additions like olives or arugula add flair and flavor, making this wreath versatile and unique. Drizzled with a simple yet flavorful dressing of extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and a hint of garlic, this dish is perfect for holiday gatherings or as a delightful appetizer. Impress your guests with this fresh, eye-catching arrangement that captures the essence of Christmas in every bite!
CREAMY BROWNIE TRUFFLES
These indulgent Creamy Brownie Truffles offer the best of both worlds—fudgy like a brownie, smooth like a truffle, and totally sugar-free. Ideal for parties or gifting!
CREAMY CAULIFLOWER, ONION & BROWNED BUTTER MASH
Discover the magic of transforming humble cauliflower into a luxurious side dish with our Creamy Cauliflower, Onion & Browned Butter Mash! This recipe showcases fresh cauliflower florets blended to perfection with sautéed onions or leeks, creating a mash that’s both velvety and flavorful. The addition of organic heavy cream and a decadent amount of browned Kerrygold butter adds a depth of flavor that will make you forget all about classic mashed potatoes. Topped off with rich, extra sharp cheddar cheese, this dish is not only delicious but also an elegant addition to any meal. Perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or a special weeknight dinner!
GINGERBREAD POUND CAKE
This rich and festive gingerbread pound cake is a cozy, low-carb dessert perfect for holidays or special gatherings—spiced to perfection and totally satisfying.
DUTCH OVEN ENGLISH POT ROAST
Start by seasoning your beef chuck with Pink Himalayan salt and ground black pepper, then sear it in a Dutch oven with avocado oil until golden. Remove the roast, and in the same pot, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in the tomato paste, then deglaze with beef stock and Worcestershire sauce, returning the roast and adding rosemary sprigs before covering and letting it simmer low and slow. After a few hours, your pot roast will be impossibly tender, ready to be served alongside deliciously caramelized carrots. Enjoy!
BOURSIN CREAMED SPINACH
BOURSIN CREAMED SPINACH by Dr. Cindy Tanzar Plan: (Standard & Maintenance) Serving information: This recipe makes 2 servings, but can easily be doubled or tripled. Covers your vegetables and fat. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS
PUMPKIN CUSTARD
Celebrate fall flavors with this pumpkin custard recipe by Dr. Cindy Tanzar. A creamy, crust-free dessert that’s perfect for Standard and Maintenance plans.
ROASTED CANNED ARTICHOKES
ROASTED CANNED ARTICHOKES by Dr. Cindy Tanzar Plan: (Standard, Vegan/Vegetarian, & Maintenance) Serving information: One serving is 1 cup and covers your vegetable for one meal. This recipe is about as easy as it gets, but don’t be fooled, because it really is delicious. Canned artichokes take all the work out of preparing and eating […]
RASPBERRY CHEESECAKE FAT BLASTERS
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these Raspberry Cheesecake Fat Blasters—low-carb, rich in healthy fats, and perfect for staying on track without sacrificing flavor.
FALL SPICED POT ROAST
What a perfect recipe for Fall or Winter! The herbs and spices create a delicious warmth of flavors unlike any other roast you’ve had. Don’t be deterred by all the ingredients, as it is a very simple recipe and so quick to assemble. You will definitely want to keep this one in your meal rotation or for special occasions. It would be perfect for the holidays, too.
PEANUT BUTTER BLOSSOM COOKIES
A low-carb, vegan-friendly version of classic peanut butter blossoms—chewy, rich, and optionally topped with dark chocolate.
WARM APPLE CRUMBLE
Enjoy this low-carb warm apple crumble featuring tender apples, cinnamon, and a golden pecan-almond topping—perfect for cozy gatherings and guilt-free indulgence.
VEGAN EASY PUMPKIN MOUSSE
A smooth, spiced, and dairy-free pumpkin mousse that’s light enough for everyday and elegant enough for special occasions. Sweetened naturally and topped with your favorite fall flavors.
CRANBERRY ORANGE RELISH
This Cranberry Orange Relish by Dr. Cindy Tanzar is tangy, sweet, and lightly spiced. Perfect for holiday tables, side dishes, or a fresh snack!
CRANBERRY COBBLER
This warm and buttery Cranberry Cobbler features spiced almond flour batter and tart cranberries sweetened with Swerve. A perfect low-carb dessert for special occasions.
BAKING POWDER BISCUITS
Baking Powder Biscuits are a warm, satisfying addition to your clean-eating routine. Made with real food ingredients and zero grains, they’re perfect for low-carb lifestyles.
APPLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
Plan: (Maintenance) Serving information: Makes 4 servings. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS
CHOCOLATE MOUSSE WITH PEPPERMINT CREAM
This luxurious chocolate mousse with peppermint cream by Dr. Cindy Tanzar is a festive, sugar-free dessert made with real chocolate and clean ingredients.
VANILLA REFRIGERATOR COOKIE
A crisp, buttery treat perfect for special occasions! These Vanilla Refrigerator Cookies are low-carb and versatile—dip in chocolate or flavor with orange extract for an elegant twist.
APPLE CINNAMON CRUMB CAKE
Dr. Cindy Tanzar’s Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake is a warm, comforting treat perfect for maintenance or special occasions. With a soft almond flour base and a crisp, spiced apple topping, it brings all the flavor of a classic coffee cake—without the sugar or gluten.
SPINACH SALAD WITH ROASTED PECANS
Enjoy the rich, caramelized flavor of roasted strawberries in this Spinach Salad with Roasted Pecans and Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette. Perfectly sweet, tangy, and crunchy—ideal for any healthy eating plan.
WHOLE-ROASTED HERBED CAULIFLOWER
This dish makes a beautiful presentation. It’s great for everyday or special enough for a holiday table. The Vegan Parmesan Cheese used in this dish takes less than 5 minutes to make and can be used in so many soups, salads and dishes for added flavor.
VEGETABLE TIAN
This Vegetable Tian by Dr. Cindy Tanzar is a gorgeous French-inspired roasted vegetable dish layered with zucchini, squash, and tomatoes over marinara. Perfect for standard, vegan, or maintenance plans—healthy eating has never looked so good!
SPANISH CAULIFLOWER RICE
Plan: (Standard) Serving information: Makes 4 servings. One serving is one cup cooked vegetables. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS
SPAGHETTI SQUASH WITH SUNDRIED TOMATO
Spaghetti Squash with Sun-Dried Tomato, Garlic & Basil by Dr. Cindy Tanzar transforms a simple vegetable into a flavorful Italian-inspired dish that’s light, elegant, and plan-friendly.
SOUTHWEST CAULIFLOWER RICE
This recipe is a fun way to add variety and flavor to your cauliflower rice. It makes a perfect vegetable side to grilled meat, poultry or fish. The flavors are even better the next day, as they intensify and meld together.
SHREDDED GINGERED BRUSSELS SPROUTS
This recipe was adapted from Tasteofhome.com. Shredding the Brussels sprouts gives them a whole new dimension of flavor and texture. If you love the flavors of Asian food, this recipe won’t disappoint.
ROASTED RADISHES “Potatoes”
I just needed to get your attention with “potatoes.” I know radishes are not the most popular vegetable, but something wonderful happens to them when they are roasted. They take on the texture of a roasted potato and have a very mild flavor. They are the closest thing to a potato you can get on a lower carb plan.
ROASTED KALE, MUSHROOM & EGGPLANT WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
This delicious recipe is a great side dish on a cold fall or winter evening. Roasting brings out a deep flavor in all the vegetables as the balsamic vinegar cuts through the richness, balancing the flavors. You can serve it as a warm salad at your holiday table or just as a side dish. On maintenance or for a special event, you can enjoy the addition of goat or feta to make it even more delicious.