Description
Enjoy low carb healthy dinner recipes that are filling, flavorful, and family-friendly. Perfect for weeknights, these easy meals combine protein, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs for a satisfying, guilt-free dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized
- 2 chicken breasts (or 300g salmon/tofu)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).
- Toss chicken with olive oil, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Roast 20–25 mins.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet; sauté garlic 30 sec.
- Add mushrooms, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes; cook 5–7 mins.
- Add zucchini noodles; toss 2–3 mins.
- Slice roasted chicken; layer on vegetables.
- Sprinkle with parmesan and basil; add chili flakes if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Roast vegetables at high heat for best flavor. Spiralize zucchini fresh before serving to prevent sogginess. Store leftovers in airtight containers for 2–3 days. Swap chicken with salmon or tofu for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 220
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 14
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 28
- Cholesterol: 75