Eating a healthy dinner can be a challenge. After a long day at work, it’s so easy to reach for comfort foods or our favorite savory meal, but it may not be the most healthy option. Planning ahead and researching recipes can help you to have a variety of options that fit into the plan you’ve created to reach your weight loss goals. Here are 12 dinner ideas that are great for eating clean, but are also on the low carb side.
Fish and Chips
This take on a classic meal uses baked sweet potato chips instead of regular potatoes. Full of flavor and fiber. (via Clean Eating Magazine)
Seared Salmon with Braised Broccoli
This is a super simple recipe that is great for meal prep. You can make enough for 2-3 days and save the rest for lunch or dinner. (via EatingWell)
Skinny Turkey Chili
This is a great slow cooker recipe that you can make for the family. Lots of lean protein. (via Eat Yourself Skinny)
Juicy Faux Fried Chicken
This is an oven baked “fried chicken”. Use whole wheat, unbleached flour to keep it clean. Great with salad or veggies (via Skinny Ms.)
One Pan Roasted Shrimp and Green Beans
This recipe is great because you cook everything in one pot. Roasting the veggies and shrimp in a great mix of seasonings makes for great flavor. (via. Clean & Delicious)
Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken
This is a simple chicken breast recipe that utilizes slow cooking. Pair with the veggies of your choice. (via the low-carb diet)
Grilled Steak with White Wine/Mustard Vinaigrette
This recipe packs a lot of flavor. Great for a dinner at home with your significant other. (via Fitness Magazine)
Portobello Pesto Pizzas
This is a great recipe for those who want a meatless option. Use vegetarian faux cheese instead of mozzarella to make it vegetarian. (via My Fitness Pal)
Steak and Vegetable Stir-fry
This great stir-fry recipe is paleo and uses coconut aminos instead of soy sauce. You can use low sodium soy sauce to make it simple and more cost effective, if you choose. (via Joyful Healthy Eats)
Salmon Fillet With Citrus and Thyme
This is a great way to prepare a large piece of salmon for meal prep. Cook it, have it for dinner and save the leftovers for a few more dinners or lunches. (via Real Simple)
Sautéed Kale
This is a great side dish that you can pair with your favorite lean protein. (via He and She Eat Clean)
Guacamole Chicken Lettuce Wraps
This is a great option for anyone eating low carb or Keto. Healthy fats and lean protein. (via The Scrumptious Pumpkin)
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