SophisticatedLunch
Pan-Seared Halibut en Papillote with Chermoula, Charred Green Olive & Preserved Lemon Essence
Delicate white fish in aromatic parchment, opened at table
723 cal · 39g protein · 45 min
Diet & meal · 21 recipes
Low-Carb Lunch Recipes
Low-Carb lunch ideas — lower-carb dishes that still eat like a full meal. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.
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IntermediateLunch
Miso-Butter Halibut with Charred Enoki & Shiso Oil
Buttery white fish with umami depth and aromatic herb finish
863 cal · 81g protein · 28 min
EasyLunch
Salade Lyonnaise aux Lardons & Œuf Poché
Warm frisée salad with crispy pork belly, soft egg, and Dijon vinaigrette
469 cal · 19g protein · 22 min
SophisticatedLunch
Daurade Royale en Papillote aux Herbes de Provence et Légumes Fondants
Whole gilt-head bream in parchment with fennel, courgette, tomato confit & saffron aioli
1260 cal · 163g protein · 50 min
SophisticatedLunch
Saffron-Braised Lamb Shoulder with Charred Fennel, Black Olive & Pomegranate Jus
Fall-apart meat with aromatic braise and jeweled glaze
946 cal · 38g protein · 140 min
SophisticatedLunch
Chilhuacle & Cuttlefish Crudo Tostada with Avocado Mousse & Crispy Garlic Oil
Raw cuttlefish on chile-rubbed crispy tortilla, silken avocado, burnt garlic
1005 cal · 26g protein · 55 min
SophisticatedLunch
Poisson Cru en Assiette: Raw Summer Fish with Citrus Emulsion, Compressed Cucumber & Radish Microgreens
Pristine raw fish cured in olive oil and sherry, with silken lemon emulsion
762 cal · 25g protein · 20 min
IntermediateLunch
Seared Calamari with Charred Friggitelli, Burnt Garlic & Salsa Verde
Tender squid, blistered peppers, herbal oil, a technique-driven plate
461 cal · 29g protein · 27 min
SophisticatedLunch
Pan-Seared Hamachi with Yuzu Kosho Crust, Charred Bok Choy & Crispy Garlic Jus
Seared yellowtail with citrus-chili seasoning, bitter greens, and an aromatic brown butter reduction
388 cal · 2g protein · 45 min
IntermediateLunch
Seared Halibut with Spring Herb Oil & Roasted Beet Purée
Pan-seared white fish, silken beetroot cream, basil-parsley emulsion, bitter greens
735 cal · 81g protein · 40 min
SophisticatedLunch
Charred Market Fish Crudo with Citrus Emulsion, Crispy Garlic & Summer Herb Salad
Raw and seared fish bridged by bright citrus foam and textured herbs
729 cal · 24g protein · 65 min
SophisticatedLunch
Pan-Seared Venison Loin with Blueberry-Juniper Gastrique, Crispy Salsify & Mushroom Ragù
Midsummer game—forest sophistication on a summer plate
2719 cal · 60g protein · 70 min
IntermediateLunch
Saffron-Kissed Halibut with Charred Green Chili & Cilantro Oil
Pan-seared white fish crowned with golden saffron and herbaceous fire
487 cal · 32g protein · 26 min
IntermediateLunch
Grilled Pork Loin Salad with Pickled Cucumber & Ginger-Soy Dressing
Warm sliced pork over cool greens with punch of vinegar and heat
513 cal · 49g protein · 30 min
IntermediateLunch
Pan-Seared Pork Chop with Chermoula & Green Harissa Swirl
Thick-cut chop, cilantro-cumin sauce, earthy charred broccolini.
613 cal · 42g protein · 32 min
IntermediateLunch
Pan-Seared Lamb Shoulder Steak with Red Wine Pan Sauce & Charred Green Beans
Medium-rare lamb with elegant pan reduction and crisp vegetables
480 cal · 33g protein · 37 min
EasyLunch
Grilled Branzino with Charred Lemon Chermoula & Roasted Romanesco
Whole Mediterranean sea bass brushed with North African herb sauce, served with burnished romanesco florets
597 cal · 62g protein · 30 min
IntermediateLunch
Turkey Meatball Lettuce Wraps with Ginger-Scallion Sauce
Juicy ground turkey, vibrant aromatics, fresh lettuce cups.
283 cal · 30g protein · 30 min
IntermediateLunch
Grilled Halibut with Charred Corn Mousseline & Burnt Chili Oil
Buttery white fish topped with silken corn purée and smoky chile-infused oil
672 cal · 36g protein · 28 min
IntermediateLunch
Pork Collar Steak with Gochugaru-Miso Glaze & Charred Bok Choy
Tender, caramelized pork collar with spicy umami reduction and tender charred greens
294 cal · 4g protein · 30 min
EasyLunch
Ensalada de Espárragos Tostados con Jamón Crudo
Charred spring asparagus, serrano ham, and Manchego in lemon-sherry dressing
415 cal · 24g protein · 25 min