[just_a_dreamy1]

It seems like if a recipe is low carb, it is definately not low fat. I'm trying to cut out several more refined carbs (i.e., bread, granola bars, & *healthy* chips) from my diet, thus the recipe & meal idea hunt...but I need them to be low fat.

does anyone know of any websites/cookbooks??

Thanks!

[srmb60]

My immediate response was 'YES!' But then the recipe thing came up.
I eat very plain. So a 'recipe' is really just a different kind of seasoning on my chicken or fish

Sorry, that's probably not much help.

[just_a_dreamy1]

lol

actually, i've found that in alot of the low carb recipes, you can do alterations that make them lower fat.

it's just frustrating that no one seems to think of putting the two together. it makes sense to me!

i'm curious...what kind of seasonings do you put on your fish? mine seems so plain lately, i need changes!

[srmb60]

Dill and parsley are my favourites.
I stole this idea from somebody but I like to warm up frozen spinach with garlic and steam my fish on top of that.

[srmb60]

I had another thought ... almost anything that needs to be mixed up? you could add protein powder? pudding? dressing?

[Kelly_S]

lean meats are low fat and low carb

yes there are some that fall into both categories...

refined carbs (white pasta, white breads, etc) are always going to be at the bottom of the list but whole grains (breads, pastas, brown rice, etc) while not extremely low carb but more of a good carb are not bad for you.

[just_a_dreamy1]

Susan,

does protein powder have a taste? how many calories is it per serving? does it really keep you full longer? I would love to get into the habit of taking milkshakes to work so I can just drink it in on the run instead of having to stop to eat.

thanks for the help!

[srmb60]

I use plain protein powder that I buy at a bulk food store. The soy tastes kind 'dusty' even with fruit and splenda. The whey has a milkshake kinda taste. I still mix it with fruit.
I like them. You may have to experiment.
You can check the nutrients by clicking on my fitday. I think all I have in there yet today is my breakfast shake.

[angeleyezx]

cottage cheese, low fat, low carbs and high protein.

egg, cottage cheese, meat or veg like cauliflower bake and voila

[hockeyfan7]

Penelope, I bought a book called Losing Weight the Smart Low-Carb Way -- I went to half.com and bought it for $2 plus another $4 for shipping -- you might even be able to find it at a thrift store near you.

It's by Prevention Magazine and there are about 200 recipes in it. I've tried a couple of them and they are yummy and low fat along with the low carb.

[just_a_dreamy1]

thanks, hockeyfan! I'll make sure to look for it!

[cayzee]

Penelope, I'm also watching carb & fat intake. One food I have almost every morning is Dannon's Light & Fit Carb Control Yogurt. It has 60 cal and 3 carbs. I add 1/3 cup of mixed berries and some wheat bran. It tastes great and provides lots of nutrients.