Eating well doesn’t have to mean sacrificing great flavor, delicious dishes or your satisfaction. Annie Bell is out with a new cookbook, Low Carb Express: Cut the carbs with 130 deliciously healthy recipes, to help us eat well while we boost our fruit, vegetables and proteins.
Whether you are looking to cut back your carbs or just increase your protein and vegetable intake, Annie Bell’s newest cookbook has pages filled with inspiration to inspire your cooking. There are over 130 recipes, from breakfast to dinner, to reset your thoughts on how many carbs you must have to feel full and satisfied.
Here are a few tips from the book and some pictures of the recipes you will find in it: 
Not feeling full? Increase your protein.
If you decide to cut back on carbs, you may not feel satiated for the first few days. To combat this, Annie suggests adding in more protein-rich foods to achieve that feeling of being full.
Deviled Egg Radishes
You should not avoid carbs all together.
Carbohydrates are energy. We need energy to survive! In the book, Annie explains that we should not be avoiding all carbs. (Is that even possible?!) Instead, we should focus on increasing the amount of fruits and vegetables we eat and substituting starchy carbs for “good” carbs. Rather than refined carbs, search out whole grains or beans that bring the energy our bodies need, but with other nutrients too.
Snacking isn’t evil!
We have found that snacking comes with a sort of stigma. Let’s banish that! If you’re hungry, eat, but listen to you body and don’t give it more than it needs. If you do find yourself craving something between meals, be sure to check in that you aren’t thirst and then give your body something with benefits, instead of straight sugar or refined carbs. Check out this avocado coconut dip! What a fine snack that would make with some fresh vegetables for dipping. Check out the recipe below.
Get creative.
Changing how you eat will take time, practice and will force you to get creative in the kitchen. Not feeling the spark? No worries, that’s where Annie Bell’s book can help. For example, her ham, goat cheese and vegetable wraps swap out the usual flour wrap with an egg wrap for extra protein. And below are aubergine bruschettas, such a flavorful and colorful way to add in more veggies instead of bread.
Aubergine Bruschettas
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- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Diet: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free
Description
A vibrant twist on guacamole, this creamy dip features Asian-inspired flavors. Perfect with crudités or as a curry companion.
Ingredients
- 1/2-1 lime (0-1 limes) lime juice
- 2 avocados (200g) avocado flesh
- 1 tbsp (15ml) coconut yogurt
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 spring onion (1 spring onion) spring onion
- small handful of coriander (small handful of coriander) coriander
- sea salt
- cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a food processor with the juice of ½ lime. Blend until smooth.
- Season to taste, adding more lime juice if needed.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, dust with cayenne pepper, and garnish with chopped coriander.
- Cover and chill until ready to serve. This will keep for up to one day.
Notes
- For a thicker dip, use less lime juice and add 1 tablespoon of finely chopped cilantro.
- To make this dip vegan, ensure your coconut yogurt is dairy-free.
- Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; the avocado may brown slightly but will still be delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 0
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I increase the protein content in the Deviled Egg Radishes?
You can add ingredients like Greek yogurt or cottage cheese to the filling for the deviled eggs to boost the protein content.
What type of radishes work best for this recipe?
Red radishes are typically preferred for their crisp texture and mild flavor, but you can also use other varieties like black or daikon radishes.
Is it necessary to include the whole grain substitute mentioned in the book?
While it’s not required for the Deviled Egg Radishes, incorporating whole grains or beans in your overall meal plan can enhance your nutrient intake and keep you feeling full.
