When it’s stiflingly hot and humid, the last thing you want is a heavy lunch that’ll leave you feeling sluggish all afternoon.
Instead, look to these low-carb recipes full of summery produce and ingredients. They’ll keep you feeling fueled, not fatigued.
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Honey chicken & veggie kabobs
Image Credit: The Iron You Juicy grilled chicken and summer vegetables are just as good cold as they are straight from the grill.
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Zoodles with shrimp & mango
Image Credit: Savory Nothings Mango-avocado salsa adds a sweet creaminess to this dish of zoodles and cilantro-lime shrimp.
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Strawberry caprese salad with mint pesto
Image Credit: A Fork's Tale Strawberries add a touch of sweetness to this summery caprese salad topped with a fragrant mint pesto.
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Cheeseburger salad bowls
Image Credit: Food Faith Fitness Get your summer barbecue burger fix low-carb style with these cheeseburger salad bowls.
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Balsamic chicken & arugula salad
Image Credit: The Girl on Bloor Make a salad you’ll be excited to eat by using a flavorful green like arugula and marinating your chicken.
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Greek cauliflower rice meatball bowls
Image Credit: Yes to Yolks Cauliflower rice soaks up all the goodness of the tzatziki-drizzled Greek meatballs in these bowls.
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Sweet potato-chipotle chicken burrito jars
Image Credit: The Girl on Bloor Layer your ingredients in a Mason jar for a sweet potato-chipotle chicken burrito salad that never gets soggy.
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Lemon-basil baked salmon
Image Credit: Gluten Free With LB Baked in foil for easy cleanup, this juicy salmon, flavored with lemon, is great as is or served atop a salad.
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Grilled asparagus steak fajita roll-ups
Image Credit: Eat Well 101 If you need a break from salad, these hearty steak and asparagus roll-ups are a total lifesaver.
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Lemon & herb salmon burgers
Image Credit: Every Last Bite Served inside a lettuce wrap or on top of a fresh salad, lemon and herb salmon burgers are a satisfying lunch.
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Sugar-free broccoli salad
Image Credit: The Kolb Corner Low-carb and sugar-free, this broccoli salad is the best way to eat your veggies this summer.
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Sriracha chicken lettuce boats
Image Credit: Basically Cooking Tucked neatly into crisp lettuce boats, this Sriracha chicken is a low-carb, high-protein choice.
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Loaded pecan chicken salad
Image Credit: Buns in my Oven Creamy chicken salad gets some crunch thanks to the pecans and pickles in this flavorful low-carb meal.
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