Healthy Eating and Special Diets

This low carb homemade mayonnaise recipe is here to save the day. It's made with only 5 ingredients and in no time at all, you'll be enjoying delicious mayo in everything from...


Time:   under 30 minutes

The long cooking time is worth it for this slow roasted pork shoulder, cured with and amazing spice mixture.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Easy baked salmon with a refreshing cucumber, sour cream, and dill sauce turns a weeknight dinner a real occasion.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with dried thyme, tomato paste, tomato puree, crushed red pepper flakes, dried oregano, dried basil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Low-carb flour is all you need to turn Swedish meatballs into a keto friendly, low-carb sensation. And the simmer in dill sour cream makes these meatballs absolutely...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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This low carb version of clam chowder tastes just like the real deal!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

These brownies are so good you wouldn't even know they're vegan. Outstanding go-to recipe for chocoholic vegans everywhere.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

It's almost sugar-free, but luckily fully delicious. Sugar-free chocolate pudding mix is the key to a thick, sweet and low-cal frosting. Try other pudding flavors...


Time:   under 30 minutes

This baking mix is perfect for people who are gluten-intolerant or have celiac disease (or who are just avoiding gluten).


Time:   under 30 minutes

This cauliflower mash is basic yet brilliant. Boiled cauliflower is mixed with cream, butter, and cream cheese for a silky texture. An awesome alternative to mashed potatoes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This lower fat creme brulee is made with fresh raspberries, non-fat milk, and egg substitute, and then baked to perfection.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

This mushroom stroganoff is an awesome twist on the classic beef sauce, and it's low-fat to boot. Portobellos are slow-cooked in beef broth and red wine for deep...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with vanilla extract, nonfat plain yogurt, flour, baking soda, butter, sugar, tofu, bananas

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Cut the carbs with this tasty crustless quiche

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Get ready for a tasty low-sugar treat with our rhubarb coffee cake. It's easy to make and perfect for dessert or afternoon snack time.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Portobello mushrooms, rice sticks, collard greens, and red cabbage are rolled up in rice paper sheets and served with a tangy dipping sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Say goodbye to traditional frosting with this diabetic butter cream, which is crafted to meet dietary needs without compromising on taste.

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

A tasty dip that calls for brining the shrimp first to add extra flavor and tenderize it a bit. Also contains imitation crab, green onions, yogurt, and cream cheese.


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with garlic, dry red wine or chicken broth, beef chuck stew meat, salt, black pepper, olive oil or vegetable oil, onion, ancho chili pepper powder or Mexican-style...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Green beans with almonds is a side dish done best when done simply. Beans perfectly steamed, toasted almonds, and plenty of butter. Hint: toasting the almonds is key!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with dietetic chocolate candy, margarine, egg, vanilla extract, dry milk, sugar substitute, water, flour, baking soda

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Who says burgers are just about beef? These turkey burgers certainly disagree, especially with a dollop of BBQ sauce grilled right in the patties.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Did you know that turnips were popular in the middle ages? They fell out of fashion when the potato became popular in the 18th century.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Fried brussels sprouts are the perfect side for a comfort food meal. These are easy as could be, just sprouts fried in olive oil with some crushed garlic cloves. Crunchy...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you're looking for a hearty fall-flavored stew without all the extra fat, here it is. Apples and sauerkraut add some sweet and tangy flavors to this warming...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

This milkshake will bring back delicious childhood memories, without a lot of calories. It's rich and chocolatey, but easy on the waistline.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Don't roast your next pork loin without this recipe. This rich, low-carb gravy is a treat to drizzle on slices of pork (or mashed potatoes for the carb-eaters).

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This creamy, lower sugar frosting is delicious on cakes, cupcakes, or any frosting-needy dessert.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Cauliflower florets are steamed then mashed with cream cheese and butter to make a great substitute for mashed potatoes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

What could be more simple or more delicious? Just three ingredients - milk, ice cold root beer and rich vanilla ice cream. When they come together, they create something...


Time:   under 30 minutes

This dill sauce is the condiment you never knew you were missing in your life. Fresh dill weed and sour cream help make this cool sauce that you can put on fish, gyros, and everything...


Time:   1-2 hours

These orange creamsicles are a perfect summer treat, and low-carb to boot. Cream, sugar-free orange gelatin, and a sugar substitute like Stevia make these pops creamy, dreamy...


Time:   1-2 hours

Who said you can't have your chocolate and eat it too? With this low-fat chocolate syrup, you can indulge without worrying about tipping the scales.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with espresso coffee, water, sugar, margarine, flour, baking soda, cocoa powder, soya milk, vanilla essence

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Have your pie and drink it, too. You may say that the lime juice is the "key" to this creamy milkshake.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with coconut extract, sugar substitute, yogurt, Mandarin oranges, pineapple chunks, coconut, miniature marshmallows


Time:   2-5 hours

This low-carb cream of chicken is decadent. Egg yolks and cream whisked into the broth make it rich as could be.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Cauliflower has a wonderful, versatile quality with healthy undertones. Coupled with cream cheese and chives, this illusionist has replaced the mashed potato.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with candy canes, margarine or canola oil, sugar, unflavored gelatin, dairy alternative, peppermint extract, chocolate chips

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with water, shortening or lard, whey protein powder or soy flour, oat flour, ground almonds or almond flour


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with bay leaf, jalapeno pepper, red ripe sweet tomatoes, tomatoes, red onion, fresh cilantro, lemon juice

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

This low carb eggnog is a great holiday option for people who are on the keto diet, a low-sugar eating plan, or any carb-restricted diet.


Time:   over 5 hours

Say hello to your new favorite treat - low-carb chocolate cupcakes that bring all the flavor with none of the regrets.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with salt, gluten-free flour, eggs, butter or margarine, unsweetened baking chocolate, semisweet baking chocolate, sugar, vanilla

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Lower fat and sugar free, yet still creamy and chocolately. A perfect way to indulge and satisfy that sweet tooth, without the guilt.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with cream of tartar, water, white vinegar, soured cream, egg yolks, oil, red food coloring, vanilla extract, liquid sweetener

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with butter or margarine, chicken pieces, hot pepper sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with lemon rind, dried oregano, black pepper, dried onion, celery seed, dried basil, garlic powder


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with black pepper, fresh dill, boneless skinless chicken breast halves, olive or vegetable oil, cucumber, plain low-fat yogurt, mayonnaise

Method:   outdoor grill, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

This super-creamy mashed cauliflower recipe is a great side dish. It's as rich as mashed potatoes but lower in carbs.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with butter, pecans, salt, ground cinnamon, pumpkin pie filling, sugar substitute, pumpkin pie spice

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

A guilt-free treat. With a hint of almond flavor, these meringue drops are a tasty and gluten-free option for any occasion.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Candied yams, but low-fat and not so heavy. Brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg with a little hint of orange zest make some yummy yams that are guilt free, not flavor free.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These delicate little sugar cookies are the perfect treat for anyone watching their carb intake. The perfect snack or dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth without ruining your...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes