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Low-Carb Lassi and Variations — Day I — Basic Lassi

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Basic Low-Carb Lassi | Low-Carb, So Simple!

As the weather gets hotter and hotter, the drinks get colder and colder. To celebrate the early summer and my recovery, I decided to have a lassi week, which means that during the next seven days, I’ll publish daily an exciting low-carb lassi recipe!

As you know, lassi is a popular Indian drink. It has numerous tasty and nourishing variations. These low-carb lassi versions are mild and easy to sip rather than those thick, dessert-type drinks. These revitalizing beverages are fantastic with spicy food, or as light refreshments on a hot summer day.

Let’s start with the very basic version which is great for any occasion, with or without food!

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Sugar-Free Hot Fudge Sauce

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Sugar-Free Hot Fudge Sauce | Low-Carb, So Simple!

Now, how does this sound: rich, dark, creamy and chocolatey hot fudge sauce, ready to comfort your mind and nourish your body, without any rush in your blood sugar levels or guilty feelings? — I knew! I already see the drool creeping out of the corner of your mouth. But I don’t want to torture you more, here is the recipe, I’m sure it satisfies you!

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Guacamole (Vegan)

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Guacamole | Low-Carb, So Simple!

Here is another very basic but exceptionally delicious Mexican recipe which works also beautifully with other than Mexican dishes. It’s a great general-purpose dip or spread, and you can vary it endlessly. This is my version, but please feel free to adjust the ingredients and their amounts to be in harmony with your taste buds.

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Pico de Gallo (Vegan)

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Pico de Gallo | Low-Carb, So Simple!

¡Bienvenidos a todos! Soon it’s Cinco de Mayo and time to party! I’ve created some easy and tasty recipes for you to achieve an authentic atmosphere. Let’s start with Pico de Gallo, fresh salsa or salad, which accompanies any Mexican food in a perfect way. It’s a bit spicy but in a gentle way: it tickles your tongue but doesn’t scorch it.

This Pico de Gallo is for all those who hate cilantro (including me…), however, those who adore this peculiar produce of Mother Earth can add chopped cilantro to their hearts’ content.

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Keto Granola Recipe: Crunchy Grain-Free, Sugar-Free Granola

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Elviira's Krunchy Grain-Free Granola | Low-Carb, So Simple!

I came up with this simplest keto granola recipe — which I playfully call “Elviira’s Krunchy Grain-Free Keto Granola” — a couple of weeks ago. Our family was missing some breakfast alternatives and I thought we hadn’t have good old granola — or müsli like my German husband calls it even it’s baked — for a very long time mainly because there simply don’t exist worthy alternatives for healthy granola.

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Strawberry, Spinach and Avocado Salad (Vegan)

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Strawberry Spinach and Avocado Salad | Low-Carb, So Simple!

Sweeten your spring with this scrumptious salad which is bursting with brisk flavors and valuable nutrients. Green hues spotted with bright red strawberry feed your eyes while the sweet and tangy flavors wake up your taste buds and nourish your body.

Tips for variations and how to make this a full meal in the end of the post. Have a healthy springtime!
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Crunchy & Nutty Cauliflower Salad

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Crunchy Nutty Cauliflower Salad | Low-Carb, So Simple!

Crrrrrunch! If you love some texture and crunch in your salad, then this super crunchy salad is sure to please you and your palate.

This rich low-carb salad is a great alternative to potato salad. Leek gives piquant taste and fresh spring color. Nuts provide texture and crunch together with the main ingredient, raw cauliflower. Sour cream is a perfect sauce and it ties the tastes and textures beautifully together.

See “Tips for Variation” in the end of the post how to get even more spring and Easter colors to this salad!
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