5 Options For A Low Carb Christmas Dinner | Healthy & Convenient
Christmas dinner is a time for family and friends to gather around the table. Stuffing, pigs in a blanket, and Yorkshire puddings – Christmas dinner can be one of the most calorie-laden plates of food you tuck into all year. It's also one of the hardest times for people following a low carb diet, especially when you're trying to stick with tradition. If you're struggling with what foods are allowed on your keto or Atkins diet during this festive season, here are some ideas that will help make it easier on you!
Low Carb Dinner Ideas
If sitting down to tempting plates of festive food is something you’ve been looking forward to all week there are some low-calorie dinner swaps to ensure that your Christmas feast isn’t going to set back your health and fitness goals.
Miss out the mashed potato
Mashed potato might be a Christmas dinner favourite but there’s a lot of different alternatives to play around with here that still deliver on taste. Mashed cauliflower, sweet potato, and parsnip are just a few of the healthier options you can swap potatoes for to cut down the number of carbs you're piling on your plate.
Make your own stuffing
Stuffing adds a tasty crunch to your Christmas dinner. But when you choose pre-made stuffing it’s often padded out with white breadcrumbs adding to your carb intake. Making it yourself means you have complete control and you can significantly reduce the number of carbs per portion without compromising on the taste.
Try roasted turnips
If you’re looking to make some low carb swaps that still taste great and add to the tastiness of your plate, try switching your typical roasted potatoes for roasted turnips. They take just 30 minutes to roast with a little olive oil and seasoning, you can even add a sprinkle of rosemary for an extra flavour.
Carefully pick your trimmings
Whether it’s stuffing or Yorkshire pudding that you’ve been looking forward to on your Christmas dinner, it’s likely that your favourite bit is packed with calories and carbs. Rather than having all the usual trimmings that are associated with a festive meal, why not pick out and focus on those bits you love the most to balance a delicious treat with moderation.
Follow up with a healthier alternative
Traditional Christmas pudding might be packed with fruit but once you factor in the flour, sugar, and booze it’s anything but a healthy option. Follow-up your incredible dinner with a healthier alternative that's light on the stomach – perfect for after the usual heavy meal.
Even if you’ve overindulged at Christmas dinner this year, don’t panic – you can still head to the gym to burn off those extra calories and get ready for the new year.
