Keto Diet Cookbook for Beginners 500 Simple and Healthy Ketogenic Recipes That Will Make Your Life Insanely Easy Dave Pine - 2019
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Introduction
Do you want to make a change in your life? Do you want to become a healthier person who can enjoy a new and improved life? Then, you are definitely in the right place. You are about to discover a wonderful and very healthy diet that has changed millions of lives. We are talking about the Ketogenic diet, a lifestyle that will mesmerize you and that will make you a new person in no time. So, lets sit back, relax and find out more about the Ketogenic diet. A keto diet is a low carb one. This is the first and one of the most important things you should now.
During such a diet, your body makes ketones in your liver and these are used as energy. Your body will produce less insulin and glucose and a state of ketosis is induced. Ketosis is a natural process that appears when our food intake is lower than usual. The body will soon adapt to this state and therefore you will be able to lose weight in no time but you will also become healthier and your physical and mental performances will improve. But wait! These is not all! Your blood sugar levels will improve and you wont be predisposed to diabetes. Also, epilepsy and heart diseases can be prevented if you are on a Ketogenic diet.
Your cholesterol will improve and you will feel amazing in no time. How does that sound? A Ketogenic diet is simple and easy to follow as long as you follow some simple rules. You dont need to make huge changes but there are some things you should know. So, here goes! If you are on a Ketogenic diet you cant eat:
- Grains like corn, cereals, rice, etc
- Fruits like bananas
- Sugar
- Dry beans
- Honey
- Potatoes
- Yams
If you are on a Ketogenic diet you can eat:
- Greens like spinach, green beans, kale, bok choy, etc
- Meat like poultry, fish, pork, lamb, beef, etc
- Eggs
- Above ground veggies like cauliflower or broccoli, napa cabbage or regular cabbage
- Nuts and seeds
- Cheese
- Ghee or butter
- Avocados and all kind of berries
- Sweeteners like erythritol, splenda, stevia and others that contain only a few carbs
- Coconut oil
- Avocado oil
- Olive oil
The list of foods you are allowed to eat during a keto diet is permissive and rich as you can see for yourself. So, we think it should be pretty easy for you to start such a diet. If youve made this choice already, then, its time you checked our amazing keto recipe collection.
You will discover 500 of the best Ketogenic recipes in the world and you will soon be able to make each and every one of these recipes. Now lets start our magical culinary journey! Ketogenic lifestylehere we come! Enjoy!
Ketogenic Recipes For Breakfast
Chili Tomatoes and Eggs
This recipe is perfect for breakfast! Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Servings: Ingredients: 1 tablespoon ghee, melted 2 shallots, chopped 2 chili peppers, minced Salt and black pepper to the taste 4 tomatoes, cubed 4 eggs, whisked 1 teaspoon sweet paprika 1 tablespoon chives, chopped Directions: Heat up a pan with the ghee over medium heat, add the shallots and the chili peppers, toss and saut for 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and the other ingredients except the eggs, toss and cook everything for 5 minutes more. Add the eggs, toss a bit, cook the mix for another 5 minutes, divide between plates and serve. Nutrition: calories 119, fat 7.9, fiber 1.8, carbs 6.5, protein 6.9
Mushroom Omelet
You will feel full of energy all day with this keto breakfast! Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Servings: Ingredients: 2 spring onions, chopped pound white mushrooms Salt and black pepper to the taste 4 eggs, whisked 1 tablespoon olive oil teaspoon cumin, ground 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped Directions: Heat up a pan with the oil over medium heat, add the spring onions and the mushrooms, toss and saut for 5 minutes. Add the eggs and the rest of the ingredients, toss gently, spread into the pan, cover it and cook over medium heat for 15 minutes.
Slice the omelet, divide it between plates and serve for breakfast. Nutrition: calories 109, fat 8.1, fiber 0.8, carbs 2.9, protein 7.5
Bell Peppers and Avocado Bowls
Try a different keto breakfast each day! Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Servings: Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 shallots, chopped 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips 1 green bell pepper, cut into strips 1 big avocado, peeled, pitted and cut into wedges 1 teaspoon sweet paprika cup vegetable stock Salt and black pepper to the taste 1 tablespoon chives, chopped Directions: Heat up a pan with the oil medium heat, add the shallots and saut them for 2 minutes. Add the bell peppers, avocado and the other ingredients except the chives, toss, bring to a simmer and cook over medium heat for 13 minutes more. Add the chives, toss, divide into bowls and serve for breakfast. Nutrition: calories 194, fat 17.1, fiber 4.9, carbs 11.5, protein 2
Spinach and Eggs Salad
This taste delicious! Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 0 minutes Servings: Ingredients: 2 cups baby spinach 1 cup cherry tomatoes, cubed 1 tablespoon chives, chopped 4 eggs, hard boiled, peeled and roughly cubed Salt and black pepper to the taste 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon olive oil Directions: In a bowl, combine the spinach with the tomatoes and the other ingredients, toss and serve for breakfast right away. Nutrition: calories 107, fat 8, fiber 0.9, carbs 3.6, protein 6.4
Creamy Eggs
Its so tasty! Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Servings: Ingredients: 8 eggs, whisked 2 spring onions, chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil cup heavy cream Salt and black pepper to the taste cup mozzarella, shredded 1 tablespoon chives, chopped Directions: Heat up a pan with the oil over medium heat, add the spring onions, toss and saut them for 3 minutes.
Add the eggs mixed with the cream, salt and pepper and stir into the pan.
Sprinkle the mozzarella, on top, cook the mix for 12 minutes, divide it between plates, sprinkle the chives on top and serve. Nutrition: calories 220, fat 18.5, fiber 0.2, carbs 1.8, protein 12.5
Shrimp and Eggs Mix
It will surprise you with its taste! Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 11 minutes Servings: Ingredients: 8 eggs, whisked 1 tablespoon olive oil pound shrimp, peeled, deveined and roughly chopped cup green onions, chopped 1 teaspoon sweet paprika Salt and black pepper to the taste 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped Directions: Heat up a pan with the oil over medium heat, add the spring onions, toss and saut for 2 minutes. Add the shrimp, stir and cook for 4 minutes more. Add the eggs, paprika, salt and pepper, toss and cook for 5 minutes more. Divide the mix between plates, sprinkle the cilantro on top and serve for breakfast. Nutrition: calories 227, fat 13.3, fiber 0.4, carbs 2.3, protein 24.2
Garlicky Beef Bowls
These elements combine very well! Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Servings: Ingredients: 1 pound beef, ground 2 shallots, chopped 2 tablespoons tomato passata 1 green bell pepper, cut into strips 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup black olives, pitted and halved 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 green onions, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced Salt and black pepper to the taste tablespoon chives, chopped Directions: Heat up a pan with the oil over medium heat, add the shallots, toss and cook for 2 minutes.