Easy Healthy Low Carb Dinner Recipes For Two

If you’ve just started a low-carb diet, more power to you. After all, it might help you lose weight, lower your cholesterol and blood pressure and reduce your risk for type 2 diabetes. But plain chicken breasts and steamed broccoli will only get you so far. When you tire of the usual, add any of these 70 low-carb dinners to your repertoire. With filling meals like coconut curry meatballs, honey mustard salmon and chicken-Brussels sprouts stir fry on the list, you’ll avoid a dinner rut while sticking to your meal plan.

But first, why does your body need carbs in the first place? According to the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, carbs give your body glucose, which is converted into energy. Carbs can be split into three categories: sugar, starch and fiber. The type of carbohydrates you eat is more significant for your healthy than the amount of them; for instance, whole grains like quinoa and barley are better for you than refined, processed and sugary foods, like white bread, soda and cookies.

If you can carve out 20 minutes to slice and dice some veggies, you’ll have a healthy, satisfying dinner on the table faster than you can order takeout. Feel free to add any less-than-perfect produce lurking in your fridge to the mix.

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This isn’t your mother’s chicken salad (no offense, Mom). We’re swapping the mayo for Greek yogurt and sandwich bread for crispy bell peppers. Bonus: They make great meal-prep lunches.

And you thought sticking to a healthy meal plan was going to be time-consuming. Want to make this dish even easier? Pick up some store-bought zoodles at the store instead of spiralizing them at home.

Skip the croutons tonight and you’re in for a dish that clocks in at just 8 grams of carbs per serving. With garlic, olives and Worcestershire in the dressing, we promise you won’t miss a thing.

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OK, 28 grams of carbs per serving might seem like a lot (especially compared to others on this list), but that’s for the

We love spaghetti and meatballs, but this low-carb swap might be even better. The meatballs are juicy, tender and flavorful, but won’t put you in a food coma before you have a chance to catch up on your Netflix queue.

Why bother with soggy breading when you can get the chicken crispy all by itself? The secret lies in making sure your skillet is hot enough to get everything well browned

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Why do we love stir fries? Their versatility and lightning-fast cook time, for starters. Plus, this take is packed with so many crisp-tender veggies that you won’t miss the rice.

A hands-off, low-carb dish that cooks on a single baking sheet? It’s *not* too good to be true. If there are any leftovers, serve them for tomorrow’s lunch.

Our motto, forever and always? No cleanup, no problem. This 30-minute dish cooks up in parchment parcels, so you won’t even need to scrub a sheet pan.

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This takeout favorite uses a single skillet and only requires ten active minutes of your time. Stir fries for president! Feel free to substitute tofu, pork or beef for chicken.

Wait, pasta is on your low-carb diet? Yep, and you can thank shirataki noodles. They’re made from yams, high in fiber and low in calories. Win-win-win.

Ditch the traditional dough crust and you’re in for a low-carb slice of brinner heaven. We’re filling our version with kale, but if you’re in the mood for a fridge cleanout, any green will work.

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Brussels sprouts in a stir fry? Considering the way they get all caramelized and crispy around the edges, we wholeheartedly endorse this decision. And in case you need help shredding them, this is the easiest way.

Oh, cauliflower. What would we do without you? A runny egg will never do you wrong either, especially atop this savory, low-carb spin on a takeout staple.

One slurp and you’ll never look at canned chicken noodle soup the same way again. Even better, you can customize your bowl with different greens. Try kale or Swiss chard instead of spinach.

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Looking for a Super Bowl recipe to impress? These buttery wings have you covered. Save time by using store-bought everything bagel seasoning instead of blending your own.

If you find kale tough to eat raw, sautéing it in honey-ginger dressing will soften it right up, making it easier on your pearly whites

Yup, we’ll definitely be whipping up those goat cheese-laced grits for breakfast, too. Use store-bought riced cauliflower to cut back on prep time; your dinner guests won't know the difference.

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Give us a skillet and we’ll give you a reason to be excited for tonight’s low-carb dinner. This high-protein dish is the easiest way to prepare steak at home. Even newbies can tackle it flawlessly, promise.

Gochujang, a sticky, spicy-sweet Korean chili paste, is packed with flavor. It’s the key to making this low-effort, quick chicken dish. (Psst: You can find it at any well-stocked grocery store.)

This simple sheet pan recipe will convert you into a seafood person (if you aren’t one already, that is). You can do all your prep work while the oven preheats. Serve it with cauliflower rice if you usually pair a grain with salmon.

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All of the eating and none of the assembly? Yes, please. It’s true that everything tastes better in a bowl. Believe it or not, you won't miss the crunchy egg roll wrapper.

This healthy spin on a Thai takeout fave tosses wide zucchini noodles (instead of traditional rice noodles) in a gingery, garlicky sauce you’ll swoon for. Eggs, flank steak and cashews make the dish extra filling.

Flavor, thanks to a blend of warm spices in the coconut cream sauce. Even better, the pressure cooker pulls it off in 20 minutes flat.

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You’re only six ingredients and 35 minutes away from this stunning entrée, which calls for easy store-bought pesto. Plate it over greens or cauliflower rice to keep the carbs to a minimum.

Creamy Greek yogurt, briny capers and a few pantry staples (like cider vinegar and olive oil) can transform canned tuna into something spectacular enough to serve for dinner. Scoop it up with veggies or spread it on low-carb rolls.

Whatever you do, don’t sacrifice flavor in the name of a diet. This plant-based recipe is almost like if Caesar salad and hummus had a very delicious baby. Serve it with lettuce cups to eliminate more carbs.

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Ina Garten isn’t known for serving up diet food, but we love that this decadent skillet just so happens to be low-carb friendly. It's also positively packed with protein

With crispy chickpeas to soak up all the spicy juices, you won’t even miss that crusty bread for dipping. Serve the scallops with dressed greens or soup if you're craving a side.

What’s the secret ingredient to making the tastiest grilled steak ever, you ask? It’s fish sauce. Serve this stunner with a big green salad to make it a complete meal.

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This low-carb dinner maximizes the flavor and minimizes the mess, thanks to an ingenious way to cook your veggies without a grill basket. Good looking out, aluminum foil.

Is, but with a spicy twist from jarred chile crisp. Substitute low-carb wraps, crackers or rolls for lettuce cups if you're craving bread.

The only thing sadder than tossing past-their-prime leftovers in the bin is reheating them in the microwave and forcing yourself to eat them plain. Enter this epic fridge cleanout frittata that's designed to dinnertime and reduce waste.

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Pork tenderloin has somehow become synonymous with dry, boring dinners, but it doesn’t have to be that way. As the grapes roast, they turn jammy and saucy alongside the onions and mustard, creating a pan sauce that’s practically irresistible.

Grab any herbs in your fridge (even if they’re wilted), add breadcrumbs or crackers (or potato chips!) and blitz them in the food processor for a delicious and golden herb-crumb fish topping. Voilà, dinner is handled.

It’s giving “fried chicken” but without all the messy oil and carb-y breading. The secret to making crispy chicken thighs is to start them in a cold pan to slowly render the fat without burning the skin.

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This salad has a trick up its sleeve: It relies on the broiler instead of the grill, so you don’t have to fuss with gas, charcoal or the weather forecast to make dinner. Thanks us later.

There's no need for ketchup, mustard or even buns when there’s bacon involved. The seven-ingredient handhelds call for ground chicken, but just about any protein is fair game on a low-carb diet. Just go easy on the French fries.

Say “confit” and we immediately think food that’s delicious but too fussy to make at home. But this dish defies all assumptions: Most of the cooking is hands off, and the garlic confit can even be prepared ahead of time.

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It’s time to rethink the ho-hum-yet-healthy salmon dishes you’ve been serving on repeat. This version borrows the flavor of al pastor with warm spices and a sweet-tart pineapple topping. Might we suggest serving it with guacamole and low-carb chips?

The beans are canned, the greens are swappable and the entire dish is easier to make (and tastier) than grabbing a can opener

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