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Have you tried daikon fries? They are a fantastic low carb and keto-friendly alternative to potato fries!

The following post contains affiliate links, which means that at no extra cost to you I can make a tiny bit of money to help support this blog. Thank you! Audrilee, one of my readers, emailed me recently to ask if I had any low carb daikon recipes. The only one I have is in this low carb salmon soup – so I thought it was about time that I featured it more prominently! So why are daikon radishes so good? Well, the average daikon contains 3.3g net carbs, as well as being a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and phosphorus, plus several enzymes that aid in digestion.  Daikon roots, like their bright pink radish cousins, are extremely versatile. They can be eaten...

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Here's a super easy recipe for grilled okra! This smoky low carb side dish is seasoned with paprika, garlic, and cumin, and is perfect for the summer!

The following post contains affiliate links, which means that at no extra cost to you I can make a tiny bit of money to help support this blog. Thank you! Are you an okra fan? Or are you put off by the sliminess? Well either way, here's a recipe that you're going to enjoy: grilled okra! The grilling process removes the gumminess, making the vegetables soft and tasty! Is Okra Low Carb? 1 cup (approximately 100g) of okra contains 7g total carbohydrates, and 3.2g of fiber. Which calculates at 3.8g net carbs per cup – making it definitely low carb! Okra is rich in magnesium, folate, antioxidants, and vitamins C, K1, and A.   How to Make Grilled Okra Combine...

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