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Lunch Menu Selections
Use bone-in salmon instead of tuna or chicken to make an ultra mineral-rich, low-carb, delicious salad
Carbs: 0.3g | Fat: 14.4g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 23.6g | Calories: 229.8
Pressed for time hard-boiled egg
2 eggs is about enough for me at once, but another egg would only add half a gram of carb so if you looove eggs, have another
Carbs: 1.1g | Fat: 10.6g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 12.6g | Calories: 155
Another reason to keep HB eggs on hand
Carbs: 3.8g | Fat: 25.6g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 12.7g | Calories: 305.3
Waaay fresher than fast food for lunch!
Carbs: 4g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 24g | Calories: 198
This fresh salsa is easy to make and better for you than store bought, being sugar free and loaded with antioxidant-rich cilantro, lemon, and other fresh superfoods.
Carbs: 5.4g | Fat: 0.1g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 0.7g | Calories: 31.4
Kiddie Lunch #1: Celery and PB
Think outside the sandwich. Yes, you could use this for a snack too, but its so fast, easy, and filling, why not enjoy a quick and healthy lunch?
Carbs: 11.3g | Fat: 24.1g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 11g | Calories: 325.2
Marinade also works well with tomatoes and cucumbers
Carbs: 9.6g | Fat: 6.8g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 1.4g | Calories: 104.2
Super easy, this simple dish is more like an appetizer that you can have for lunch. It takes full advantage of the smoked oysters flavorfulness, which are just delicious with mustard.
Carbs: 9.4g | Fat: 19.7g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 22.1g | Calories: 299.9
Surprisingly filling, this may make 4 servings for lunch instead of 2 depending on your appetites
Carbs: 16.4g | Fat: 20.5g | Fiber: 4.4g | Protein: 12.8g | Calories: 298.1
The sweet and sour salty fish completments the fresh carrot crunch very nicely. 1 jar of Skansen brand pickled herrings lasts about 3 weeks opened in the fridge and makes about 5-6 lunches, each about $1.
Carbs: 17.8g | Fat: 7.7g | Fiber: 3.5g | Protein: 13.4g | Calories: 192.3
Why stop at Taco Bell when you can make a better tasting lunch in less time than you’ll wait at the drive through?
Carbs: 18.4g | Fat: 10.3g | Fiber: 2.4g | Protein: 9.3g | Calories: 207.4
Why not just have peas?
Carbs: 19.5g | Fat: 23.6g | Fiber: 6g | Protein: 7.6g | Calories: 313
A light lunch or dinner side dish
Carbs: 23.5g | Fat: 8.2g | Fiber: 7.8g | Protein: 11.9g | Calories: 225.2
Sprouted Wheat Berry Salad, Mediterranean Style
Good for breakfast or lunch when you crave starchy crunchiness.
Carbs: 32.5g | Fat: 22.9g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 9.2g | Calories: 358.3
Fresh tomato, basil, and a few minutes of heat in a toaster oven enhance the summery fresh flavors
Carbs: 33.1g | Fat: 5.7g | Fiber: 6.9g | Protein: 8.7g | Calories: 214.2
Cookbook creator says: A great way to use those roasted beets!
Carbs: 14.2g | Fat: 33.8g | Fiber: 4.6g | Protein: 8.2g | Calories: 370.5
Fresh tomato and basil summer salad
Fresh basil makes this delicious
Carbs: 8.8g | Fat: 9.2g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 1.1g | Calories: 125.8
Mustard Horseradish Dip and Sauce
This speedy dip is a great way to enjoy leftover meats and fresh veggies
Carbs: 1.5g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 0.9g | Calories: 107.7
Bring dip to work for an easy way to enjoy leftover meats, fresh veggies, or precooked shrimp from the deli
Carbs: 3.3g | Fat: 12.1g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 2.1g | Calories: 127.3
Chilled Cucumber Soup-Smoothy with Shrimp (filling variation)
May not freeze well, also works for a great side dish for dinner!
Carbs: 16.2g | Fat: 21.2g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 27.9g | Calories: 402.7
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