Low carbohydrate dieting is a healthy way to lose weight and feel better than ever. This doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor. It’s all about making good choices that are healthy and rewarding.
Low carb appetizers can be delicious and just as festive as their higher carbohydrate counterparts. Weight loss is now something everyone can do without losing the enjoyment of eating.
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What You Need:
How To Prepare:
- 1Spray medium casserole dish with cooking spray.
- 2Drain both cans of artichoke hearts.
- 3Chop the artichoke hearts and put them into a bowl.
- 4Stir in mayonnaise and cheese.
- 5Pour the mixture into the casserole dish.
- 6Bake in a 350 degree oven for approximately 25 to 30 minutes.
- 7Serve warm with cut celery, fresh broccoli or low carbohydrate tortilla chips.
Low Carb Bacon, Cheese and Pepper Poppers
What You Need:
How To Prepare:
- 1Spray broiler pan with cooking spray.
- 2Cut the jalapeno peppers in half lengthwise. Remove seeds.
- 3Cut the cheese into slices lengthwise.
- 4Place cheese slices into peppers
- 5Wrap the Turkey bacon around the jalapenos.
- 6Place all of them on the broiler pan.
- 7Broil for approximately 8 to 10 minutes until the bacon is done.
Low Carb Stuffed Mushrooms
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What You Need:
How To Prepare:
- 1Lightly spray shallow pan with cooking spray.
- 2Rinse the mushrooms and dry.
- 3Remove stems and some of the inside of the mushroom to hold the stuffing.
- 4Mix drained crabmeat, chopped onions, Italian seasonings, grated cheese and mayonnaise in a medium mixing bowl.
- 5Scoop the crabmeat mixture by heaping spoonfuls into the mushrooms.
- 6(Optional) Sprinkle additional cheese over the mushrooms.
- 7Bake in 350 degree oven for approximately 12 to 15 minutes.
- 8Serve hot.
Low Carb Spicy Meatballs
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What You Need:
How To Prepare:
- 1Spray large skillet with cooking spray.
- 2In a medium mixing bowl, combine ground beef, egg, bread crumbs, chopped onions, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper and cinnamon. Mix well.
- 3Form meatballs, place in skillet and brown on medium-high.
- 4In a bowl, mix the tomato soup, water and Italian seasoning.
- 5Pour the soup mix over the meatballs and cook over low heat until the meatballs are done.
- 6Serve hot.
Low Carb Marinated Mozzarella Appetizer
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What You Need:
How To Prepare:
- 1In a medium bowl, mix vinegar, oil, basil and black pepper.
- 2Whisk until well blended.
- 3Cut the mozzarella cheese into cubes and add to the marinade.
- 4Cover and chill for at least 3 hours.
- 5Serve with toothpicks.
All of these appetizers are the ideal snack for low carb dieters. Add them to a low carb meal or enjoy them alone with a salad. They are great for parties, football games, holidays and celebrations.
