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Turn your body into a fat burning machine
More than 100 Recipes under 10 grams of Carbs
Alex V. Navarro & Mary J. GinesIntroduction by John Kiefer
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6 Recipe Sampler
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Transforming Recipes: The Ultra-Low Carb Edition
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This nutrition information is an estimate only. We use software to calculate the nutritional analysis from the individual ingredients in each recipe. While we do our best to ensure accuracy, we make no representation or warranty regarding the information, and there can be no assurance that any of the information contained therein has not been, or will not be changed or altered.
Author photos © Eric Wilson (www.ProfilePortraits.com)All photos © Mary J. Gines except photos on pages 6, 17, 23, 41, 68, 82, 109, 126, 132, 135, 156, 163, and 178.
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About the DeSIGNeR/PhotoGRAPheRSan Francisco native Mary J. Gines earned a BFA in digital media from
San Jose State University and a Master’s Cert. in Online Marketing from
the University of San Francisco. As a former national-level NPC bikini
competitor and professional model, her combination of creativity and
technical expertise and understanding of fit living made her the perfect
choice to collaborate on this project.
What isFitLivingFoodies.com is your hub for hundreds of delicious recipes, as well as “insider” tips and tricks
for achieving your fit lifestyle goals. We know what it’s like to “diet,” and we’re here to show you how
some of the most “un-diet-like” foods can work to make you look and feel your best.
Whether you’re new to The Carb Nite® Solution or Carb Back-Loading™ or you’re an experienced ultra-
low carb veteran, visit FitLivingFoodies.com daily to see our expanding line of products and learn
about what we’re cooking next.
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About the AuthoRAlex Navarro is a nationally-renowned personal trainer, fitness competitor, and
nutrition programmer utilizing The Carb Nite Solution® and Carb Back-loading™
protocols. She has helped hundreds of clients—and thousands more online—
reach their fitness goals through a combination of workout programming,
nutritional planning, and food science education.
Alex is a WBFF Pro Bikini Diva and a former Ms. Natural Fitness Olympia. She
has been active in the fitness competition scene since 2007.
To consult with Alex on a one-on-one basis, whether your goal is fat-loss or
contest prep, visit FitLivingFoodies.com.
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CoNteNtS
Understanding the Macronutrient Guide 1
Pantry Essentials 2
Kitchen Essentials 3
Ingredients Reference List 4
Eggs & More 5Appetizers & Snacks 38Salads 57Entrees 80Sides 124Sauces & Dips 166
Appendix 188Conversions & Equivalents 189Index by Carb Count 190Index by Ingredients 192
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uNDeRStANDING the MACRoNutRIeNt GuIDeThe pie charts are designed to make choosing recipes easy. The Usable Carbs number is the most important one to consider when planning meals and pairing recipes together, which is why it is the featured number below each recipe. The next important feature to understand is the letter inside each pie chart (Food Score) and what that means to you in choosing recipes for your goals.
Protein
Food Score
Fat
Per serving
Calories: 431
4.2g Usable Carbs
27g
40gP
When you’re looking for ingredients to use for these recipes, read the nutritional information carefully to ensure your dishes contain the lowest amount of net carbs per serving. To figure this out, subtract the number of grams of fiber (including soluble and insoluble fiber) from the number of grams of carbohydrates. This will give you the total number of carbohydrates that can be used by your body.
NutritioNaL LabeLsHow to read them and find the Usable Carb count
7g - 2g = 5g Usable Carbs
Food Score
P = Protein - This recipe contains a higher than ideal amount of protein for a single serving. Try to include an F-score food.
F = Fat - This recipe contains a higher than ideal amount of fat for a single serving. Try to include an P-score food.
N = Neutral - This recipe contains a good balance between protein and fat for a single serving.
The total number of carbohydrates that can be utilized by the body.
Serving size - The amount of food represented by the numbers in the macronutrient guide. Use this to make sure your serving sizes stay within the allotted carb count.
Makes 18 poppers | serving size: 2
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Protein
Food Score
Fat
Per serving
Calories: 368
4.6g Usable Carbs
27g
27gN
Eggs
& M
oreHAM AND SWISS SKILLET
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1
tablespoon butter
small zucchini, finely chopped
cup mushrooms, sliced
eggs
ounces Swiss cheese, shredded
cup ham, finely chopped
green onion, sliced
Pinch salt and pepper
Chives (optional, for garnish)
Serves 2
set oven to broil.
heat large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Melt butter.
add zucchini and sauté 2-3 minutes.
add mushrooms and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes.
once vegetables are slightly browned, add ham and green onions to the skillet and sauté until heated through.
reduce heat to medium-low and carefully crack each egg into the skillet, making sure not to break the yolk.
Cover skillet with a lid and remove from heat.
once eggs have begun to set, remove lid and sprinkle with cheese.
broil 6 inches from heat for 1-2 minutes, or until eggs have just set and cheese is melted. Sprinkle with chives.
serve from skillet.
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Food Score
Fat
Per serving
Calories: 88
0g Usable Carbs
8g
4gF
Place two paper towels on a microwave-safe plate.
arrange pepperoni slices in a single layer on plate. Cover with another paper towel.
Microwave on high for 2 minutes. Remove from microwave. Push down on chips, soaking up excess grease.
if they’re still soft, cook for another 1-2 minutes, avoiding burning.
soak up any remaining grease. Allow to cool before eating.
PEPPERONI CHIPS1
2-4
bag pepperoni slices
paper towels
Serves 4
12
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These can be cooked ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator, or placed in a small baggie to take to work. Try these with Lemon Dill Dip (page 179).
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Protein
Food Score
Fat
Per serving
Calories: 294
4.1g Usable Carbs
13g
37gP
TACO SALAD
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¼1
pound grass-fed beef
tablespoon coconut oil
pack low carb taco seasoning
cups shredded lettuce
White wine vinegar (optional)
12-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
cup cheddar cheese, shredded
tablespoon Greek yogurt (optional)
Serves 4
heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook ground beef until no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain the majority of the fat from the pan.
add coconut oil and taco seasoning. Mix well.
Divide the shredded lettuce among four bowls and toss with vinegar (if desired).
spoon ¼ of the taco meat into each bowl and layer the remaining ingredients in your preferred order.
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Who needs a tortilla shell when you can top a bed of lettuce with all the awesome goodness of a
taco? It’s easy to enhance flavors by using diced tomatoes with jalapeños or a variety of shredded
cheeses. For an easy meal to go, simply drop the lettuce and warm this dish up later in the day.
Good with:Salsa Fresca (page 183)
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Protein
Food Score
Fat
Per serving
Calories: 494
1.5g Usable Carbs
28g
57gP
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BACON-WRAPPED STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST
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8
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boneless, skinless chicken breasts, butterfly cut
Pinch salt and pepper
cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained
ounces crumbled blue cheese
slices thick-cut bacon
toothpicks, soaked in water
Serves 4
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line baking dish with aluminum foil and set aside.
heat large skillet over medium-high heat.
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper on all sides.
Place ¼ of the spinach inside one chicken breast, sprinkle with 1 ounce of blue cheese, then fold back together.
Carefully wrap two pieces of bacon around each chicken breast. Secure with two toothpicks.
Place each wrapped chicken breast in skillet, browning each side until bacon is almost cooked thoroughly.
transfer wrapped chicken breasts to baking dish. Cook in oven for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
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Chicken can get a little boring after a while, but how can you pass up something that’s also
wrapped in bacon and oozing with cheese? You can spice this up by using pork chops instead of
chicken breast, and by experimenting with different cheeses—but remember,
these alterations may change your carb count.
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sProtein
Food Score
Fat
Per serving
Calories: 233
2.2g Usable Carbs
19g
8gF
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
in medium mixing bowl, blend coconut oil or butter with eggs. Whisk thoroughly.
in small mixing bowl, combine coconut flour with remaining ingredients. Whisk dry mixture in with eggs and continue to mix until there are no lumps.
Fold cheese and jalapeños into batter.
using a large serving spoon, drop batter onto prepared baking sheet. Bake 12-15 minutes. Top with more cheese if desired.
CHEESY JALAPEÑO BISCUITS
¼4
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½¼
cup coconut oil or butter, melted
eggs
cup coconut flour
teaspoon salt (to taste)
teaspoon onion powder
teaspoon baking powder
cup sharp cheddar cheese
cup fresh or jarred jalapeños, diced
Makes 5 biscuits | Serving Size: 1 biscuit
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This versatile biscuit is great by itself, but you can also top it with butter or use it
as a bun for burgers (front cover).
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Protein
Food Score
Fat
Per serving
Calories: 61
6.8g Usable Carbs
2g
2gN
MARINARA SAUCE
heat a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
add all of the above ingredients into the saucepan and bring to a boil.
Partially cover the pan and simmer on low for 1 hour.
8½22
¼½
ounces can tomato sauce
cup water
tablespoons tomato paste
teaspoons granular Splenda or equivalent liquid Splenda
teaspoon garlic powder
teaspoon Italian seasoning, or to taste
Serving Size: ⅓ cup (89 grams)
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A basic Marinara sauce is always good to have in your fridge. You can make it ahead of time and store it in an airtight container or jar, or even freeze it for future uses. This is a flavor-packed sauce that goes great with the Italian Stuffed Peppers (page 83), Italian Sausages and Peppers (page 84), Italian Style Meatballs (page 86), or Chicken Parmesan (page 108).
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◆ Designed to complement The Carb Nite® Solution and Carb Back-Loading™
◆ Primal-friendly recipes
◆ Complete and easy to use nutritional charts
◆ Index by carb count makes finding the perfect recipe easy!
◆ Recipes for any occasion that the whole family can enjoy
■ Simple step-by-step instructions
■ Macronutrient guide for every recipe
■ Taste-tested, foodie-approved
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