JUDDers-what are some low cal and low carb foods?

[Bada_bing]

Originally Posted by aim in Fla*working

thank you Yes, that is what I wanted to know.

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[stardustshadow]

I just tried this recipe that I found here (i think in the DD recipe thread) and it is AWESOME!

Shiritaki noodles, plus some low cal laughing cow and low cal parmesan...fettuccine alfredo!! SO GOOD! Low cal and low carb! It is perfect for DDs.

Thanks to whoever shared that one!

I also eat soy yogurt. 200 grams of that stuff (about 1.5 cups) is 100 cals. I add some extract or flavoring (cherry is my fav!) and some artificial sweetener. It is my go to food right now on my DDs.

I also eat cottage cheese (low fat). 200 grams of that is about 200 cals-makes a good lunch if you split your cals up throughout the day.

[aim in Fla*working]

Originally Posted by kel7298

Proteins
Meats, shellfish and poultry are low in carbohydrates, but fattier cuts of meat are high in calories. For example, 3 oz. of rib-eye steak contains almost 200 calories even though it has no carbohydrates. Three oz. of shrimp, however, have just 84 calories and no carbs. Crabmeat is also low in calories, with just 82 calories per 3 oz. and no carbohydrates. Canned tuna, packed in water, and broiled flounder both have 99 calories per 3 oz. with no carbohydrates. Egg whites are another protein source with no carbohydrates and just 16 calories per one large egg.

Vegetables
Watery green vegetables tend to contain the least carbohydrates. Arugula, spinach, romaine and bok choy contain just trace amounts of carbohydrates and only about 5 calories per cup when raw. Radishes contain 4 g of carbs and 19 calories per 1 cup. Cucumbers contain 3 g of carbohydrates and 16 calories per cup. Alfalfa sprouts have just 1 g of carbs and 8 calories per cup. Celery is also a low-carb, low-calorie snack with 3 g of carbs and 16 calories per 1 cup when chopped and raw. Vegetables that are low in carbohydrates (less than 5 grams per 1 cup serving) include leafy greens as lettuce, Brussels sprouts, endive, spinach, arugula, kale and chard. Incorporate cucumbers, celery, broccoli, cauliflower, peppers and sauerkraut into your diet as well.

Other Foods
Canned broth is low in calorie and carbohydrates. Chicken broth, for example, averages about 38 calories and 3 g of carbs. Lemon juice provides 3 g of carbs per fluid ounce with only 8 calories. While most fruits contain a significant amount of carbohydrates, three large strawberries, each measuring 1 3/8 inches across, contain 18 calories and just 3 g carbs. Lowcarbfoods.org touts watermelon, cantaloupe, apples, strawberries, blackberries and avocados as the best options, none with more than 7 grams of carbohydrates per 1/2 cup serving.

Egg White Omelets
Egg whites are low in calories and high in protein. They also do not contain carbohydrates. Scramble four egg whites with baby spinach, mushrooms and 1 oz. of Swiss cheese for about 200 calories and just 3.5 g of carbohydrates. Add a ½ cup of raspberries to add just 30 calories and 7 g of carbohydrates. Other low-carb additions to egg whites are salsa with a slice of avocado, smoked salmon and cream cheese or diced tomatoes and feta cheese.

Ham and Cheese and Tuna Salad
Avoid spending the money and navigating restaurant menus by preparing a low-carb, low-calorie lunch at home. Make pinwheels by rolling 3 oz. of deli ham and 1 oz. of cheese in large romaine leaves and slicing for just about 200 calories and 2 g of carbs. Include an orange for just another 11 g of carbs and 60 calories. Use endive leaves to scoop up a salad made by stirring together 3 oz. water-packed tuna with 1 tbsp. of capers, lemon juice, chopped celery and 1 tbsp. of non-fat yogurt for about 5 g of carbs and 180 calories.

A Protein with Veggies
Low-carb, low-calorie dinners do not have to include a lot of preparation. Usually 3 to 4 oz. of a grilled or broiled lean protein alongside watery, fibrous vegetables will come in under 300 calories and 10 g of carbs. Purchase a rotisserie chicken and eat the breast alongside a salad made with a bag of pre-washed greens, a ½ oz. of blue cheese and light balsamic dressing for a dinner of 250 calories and about 4 g of carbs. Bake 4 oz. of wild salmon in a 400-degree oven until cooked through and enjoy with eight asparagus spears for 250 calories and just 5 g of carbs.

GREAT info!!!! Thank you!

[meeha]

Originally Posted by Chona

I just bought these--PhillySwirl Sweet Delites. I am not lo carb but I think this would be considered somewhat of a locarb sweet treat. 4 carbs and only 14 calories, too.
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I LOVE these and make sure I keep them stocked in the freezer!

[Wine2]

I make an egg beater omelet, lie it flat when done on plate and let it cool in fridge and use it as a wrap for LC and low cal "sandwich-wraps". I put thin turkey deli meat and lettuce and roll it up and have a a pretty darn good "wrap" on DDs.

[Chona]

Originally Posted by Wine2

I make an egg beater omelet, lie it flat when done on plate and let it cool in fridge and use it as a wrap for LC and low cal "sandwich-wraps". I put thin turkey deli meat and lettuce and roll it up and have a a pretty darn good "wrap" on DDs.

I like this idea! Thanks

[KeirasMom]

Originally Posted by Wine2

I make an egg beater omelet, lie it flat when done on plate and let it cool in fridge and use it as a wrap for LC and low cal "sandwich-wraps". I put thin turkey deli meat and lettuce and roll it up and have a a pretty darn good "wrap" on DDs.

That really is a good idea. I made an egg white omelet yesterday, then decided not to eat until lunch so I had that with a salad. Now I'm thinking it would have been great to have as a wrap with my salad and a small amount of deli meat or even a FF hot dog.

[Wine2]

Originally Posted by KeirasMom

That really is a good idea. I made an egg white omelet yesterday, then decided not to eat until lunch so I had that with a salad. Now I'm thinking it would have been great to have as a wrap with my salad and a small amount of deli meat or even a FF hot dog.

Good idea! Omelet wrap with FF hotdog with mustard/catsup! Good idea!!! Totally protein, too, which is what feels good to me on DD!