29 Low-Carb Dinner Recipes

Low-carb dinners don’t have to be boring or leave you hungry. These 29 recipes prove you can eat really good food without all the bread, pasta, and rice. Most of these are pretty simple to make and use ingredients you can find at any grocery store. The best part is they’re filling enough that you won’t be looking for snacks an hour later.

Grilled Chicken with Zucchini Noodles

Zucchini noodles are way easier to make than people think – just use a spiralizer or even a vegetable peeler. The chicken stays juicy on the grill and the zucchini cooks in like 2 minutes so it doesn’t get mushy. This is perfect for summer when zucchini is cheap and you don’t want to turn on the oven. Throw some cherry tomatoes and garlic on there too.

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Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Skip the rice and just load up on extra broccoli and beef. The key is getting your pan really hot so the beef gets a good sear instead of steaming. Use whatever vegetables you got in the fridge – peppers, snap peas, carrots all work good. This comes together in about 15 minutes which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.

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Baked Salmon with Asparagus

You can cook the salmon and asparagus on the same pan which means less cleanup. Salmon is naturally low-carb and full of good fats that keep you satisfied. The asparagus gets crispy on the edges when its roasted right. This feels fancy enough for company but easy enough for a Tuesday night dinner.

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Cauliflower Fried Rice

This tastes surprisingly close to real fried rice but with way less carbs. The trick is not overcooking the cauliflower so it doesn’t get all mushy. You can buy pre-riced cauliflower to save time or just pulse regular cauliflower in a food processor. Add whatever leftover meat or vegetables you have – it’s a great way to clean out the fridge.

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Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Turkey

These are like regular stuffed peppers but without the rice filling. The ground turkey mixed with cheese and spices is really satisfying. You can prep these ahead and just throw them in the oven when you get home. Red, yellow, or orange peppers work better than green ones cause they’re sweeter and cook more evenly.

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Chicken Parmesan with Spaghetti Squash

The spaghetti squash makes a surprisingly good substitute for pasta. It’s got this stringy texture that picks up sauce really well. The chicken with the crispy coating and melted cheese on top makes you forget your even eating low-carb. This takes a bit longer cause you gotta roast the squash but it’s worth it for a special dinner.

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Pork Chops with Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts get a bad reputation but when you roast them with some bacon or olive oil they’re actually really good. The pork chops cook quick and stay juicy if you don’t overcook them. This is comfort food that happens to be low-carb. Even people who think they hate Brussels sprouts usually like them cooked this way.

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Shrimp Scampi with Shirataki Noodles

Shirataki noodles are made from konjac root and have almost no carbs. They’re kinda weird at first but when you rinse them good and cook them with butter and garlic they work fine. The shrimp cooks super fast so this whole meal comes together in like 10 minutes. Perfect for date night at home.

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Taco-Stuffed Avocados

These are basically tacos but using avocado halves instead of shells. The avocado gets warm and creamy when you bake it with the taco meat on top. Add cheese, salsa, and sour cream just like regular tacos. This is a fun way to eat Mexican food without all the carbs from tortillas.

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Greek Chicken Bowl with Cucumber Salad

The cucumber salad is so refreshing and the chicken seasoned with Greek spices tastes amazing. Add some feta cheese, olives, and tomatoes to make it feel like a complete meal. This is great for meal prep cause everything keeps well in the fridge for a few days. Light but filling at the same time.

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Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs

Everything’s better with bacon, right? The bacon keeps the chicken super moist and adds tons of flavor. Chicken thighs are way more flavorful than breasts and harder to overcook. These look fancy but are actually pretty simple to make. Great for Sunday dinner or when you want to impress somebody.

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Eggplant Lasagna

Using sliced eggplant instead of pasta noodles cuts out most of the carbs but you still get all the cheesy goodness. You gotta salt the eggplant first to draw out the bitter water. Layer it just like regular lasagna with meat sauce and cheese. This is comfort food that won’t put you in a food coma after.

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Lemon Herb Cod with Green Beans

Cod is mild and flaky and goes good with the bright lemon flavor. Green beans roast up nice and get a little crispy on the edges. This is a light dinner that doesn’t feel heavy but still fills you up. The whole thing cooks on one pan so cleanup is easy. Perfect for when you want something healthy but not boring.

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Steak Fajita Lettuce Wraps

All the flavors of fajitas but wrapped in lettuce instead of tortillas. The steak with peppers and onions is the best part anyway. Use butter lettuce or romaine hearts for wrapping – they’re sturdy enough to hold the filling. Add guacamole, cheese, and salsa just like regular fajitas. Way less messy to eat than you’d think.

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Turkey Meatballs with Marinara

These are lighter than regular meatballs but still really satisfying. Ground turkey can be kinda dry so add some grated cheese or an egg to keep them moist. Make a big batch and freeze half for later. Serve over zucchini noodles or just eat them plain with the sauce. Kids love these too.

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Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Spinach

This has a creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach that’s so good. The sauce is rich enough that you don’t miss having pasta or rice with it. You can use chicken breasts or thighs depending what you like better. This tastes like restaurant food but you can make it at home in about 30 minutes.

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Cabbage Roll Casserole

All the flavors of stuffed cabbage rolls but way easier to make. Just layer everything in a casserole dish and bake it. The cabbage gets soft and sweet and soaks up all the flavors from the meat and tomatoes. This makes a huge pan so its great for feeding a crowd or having leftovers for the week.

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Garlic Butter Shrimp with Cauliflower Rice

Shrimp cooks so fast this is perfect for busy nights. The garlic butter sauce is amazing and the cauliflower rice soaks it up good. You can buy frozen cauliflower rice to make it even quicker. Add some parsley or lemon at the end to brighten it up. This feels fancy but takes like 15 minutes total.

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Chicken Caesar Salad with Parmesan Crisps

Make your own parmesan crisps by baking grated cheese until its golden – they’re way better than croutons. The chicken can be grilled, baked, or even rotisserie from the store. A good Caesar dressing makes all the difference so don’t skimp on that. This is my go-to when I want something satisfying but not too heavy.

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Beef Stroganoff with Mushroom Noodles

Use sliced mushrooms instead of noodles and you get that earthy flavor that goes perfect with the creamy sauce. The beef gets tender when you cook it low and slow. This is comfort food that happens to be low-carb. Make extra cause it tastes even better the next day when the flavors have time to develop.

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Baked Chicken with Roasted Vegetables

This is a complete meal on one pan which makes cleanup super easy. Use whatever vegetables you have – Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, green beans all work good. Season everything with herbs and olive oil before roasting. The chicken stays juicy and the vegetables get caramelized and sweet.

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Low-Carb Chili with Ground Beef

Skip the beans and load up on extra meat and vegetables. Bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes bulk it up without adding carbs. This tastes even better after sitting for a day so make a big pot. Top with cheese, sour cream, and avocado. Perfect for cold nights when you want something warming and filling.

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Pesto Chicken with Zucchini Chips- ingredient missing

The pesto keeps the chicken moist and flavorful. Zucchini chips are way healthier than potato chips and taste surprisingly good when they’re seasoned right. You can make your own pesto or buy it from the store. This is a light dinner that doesn’t feel like diet food at all.

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Salmon Patties with Coleslaw

These are like crab cakes but made with salmon and way cheaper. The coleslaw adds crunch and freshness that balances the rich salmon. You can use canned salmon which makes these really affordable. These are good hot or cold so they work for meal prep too. Way more interesting than just plain grilled salmon.

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Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli

The creamy alfredo sauce is rich enough that you don’t need pasta. Load up on extra broccoli and chicken to make it filling. You can make the sauce from scratch or use store-bought to save time. This is comfort food that won’t make you feel sluggish after eating it.

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Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

The big mushroom caps work like a bowl for whatever stuffing you want. Ground meat, cheese, and vegetables all work good. The mushrooms get meaty and satisfying when they’re cooked right. These look fancy enough for company but are actually pretty simple to make. Great for when you want something different.

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Thai Curry Chicken with Cauliflower

The coconut curry sauce is rich and flavorful and the cauliflower soaks it up really well. Use whatever vegetables you have – bell peppers, snap peas, broccoli all work. This has tons of flavor so you won’t miss the rice at all. Make it as spicy or mild as you like depending on your family’s taste.

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Meatza Pizza with Cauliflower Crust

This is pizza but the crust is made from ground meat instead of bread. The cauliflower crust is another option that’s more like regular pizza crust. Either way you still get all the cheese and toppings you love. These are fun to make with kids and everybody can customize their own toppings.

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Lemon Garlic Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Radishes- ingredient missing

Pork tenderloin is lean but stays juicy if you don’t overcook it. Roasted radishes taste surprisingly like potatoes but with way fewer carbs. The lemon and garlic brighten up the whole dish. This feels elegant enough for a dinner party but easy enough for a weeknight meal. Most people can’t even tell the radishes aren’t potatoes.

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