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Lubina Entera Asada con Escabeche de Otoño & Emulsión de Azafrán-Naranja
Whole roasted sea bass, pickled autumn vegetables, saffron-orange beurre blanc, crispy sage leaf nest
1108 cal · 67g protein · 70 min
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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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Whole Roasted Branzino en Papillote with Sumac, Black Garlic & Charred Lemon Oil
Whole sea bass steamed in parchment with burnt citrus and umami depth
721 cal · 64g protein · 37 min
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Lettuce Wraps
Ground chicken lettuce cups with savory ginger-soy sauce
590 cal · 45g protein · 25 min
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Zucchini Noodles
Fresh spiralized zucchini with light garlic and olive oil
128 cal · 2g protein · 20 min
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Cauliflower Rice
Finely riced cauliflower, quickly sautéed until tender and fluffy
84 cal · 4g protein · 18 min
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Seared Scallops with Brown Butter, Capers & Endive
Tender scallops with warm, nutty, briny sauce
611 cal · 25g protein · 28 min
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Creamed Chicken & Mushroom Soup
Rich, comforting, and on the table in 20 minutes
791 cal · 77g protein · 20 min
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Seared Scallop & Lime Salad
Pan-seared sweetness over bitter greens
411 cal · 25g protein · 22 min
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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
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Miso-Butter Halibut with Charred Enoki & Shiso Oil
Buttery white fish with umami depth and aromatic herb finish
863 cal · 81g protein · 28 min
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Salade Lyonnaise aux Lardons & Œuf Poché
Warm frisée salad with crispy pork belly, soft egg, and Dijon vinaigrette
469 cal · 19g protein · 22 min
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Chilhuacle & Cuttlefish Crudo Tostada with Avocado Mousse & Crispy Garlic Oil
Raw cuttlefish on chile-rubbed crispy tortilla, silken avocado, burnt garlic
412 cal · 24g protein · 55 min
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Charred Market Fish Crudo with Citrus Emulsion, Crispy Garlic & Summer Herb Salad
Raw and seared fish bridged by bright citrus foam and textured herbs
730 cal · 24g protein · 65 min
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Pan-Seared Venison Loin with Blueberry-Juniper Gastrique, Crispy Salsify & Mushroom Ragù
Midsummer game—forest sophistication on a summer plate
867 cal · 60g protein · 70 min
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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
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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
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Pan-Seared Pork Chop with Chermoula & Green Harissa Swirl
Thick-cut chop, cilantro-cumin sauce, earthy charred broccolini.
613 cal · 42g protein · 32 min
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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
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Turkey Meatball Lettuce Wraps with Ginger-Scallion Sauce
Juicy ground turkey, vibrant aromatics, fresh lettuce cups.
283 cal · 30g protein · 30 min
Good to know
How long do these take?
Half are done in about 28 minutes. The quickest is around 20 minutes and the longest about 55 minutes, so there is something here whether you have a spare hour or twenty minutes.
Is every recipe here low carb?
Every recipe in this collection is written without ingredients that break a low carb diet. We cannot vouch for the brands in your cupboard or for cross-contamination in your kitchen, so check labels as you normally would.
How many calories are in these?
Most land between 283 and 863 calories a serving. Every recipe shows its own calories plus protein, carbs and fat, calculated per serving rather than per batch.
Do these come with a grocery list?
Yes. Any recipe here can be added to a grocery list that adds up quantities across everything you have chosen and sorts it by aisle, so two recipes needing onions become one line.
