Zucchini Crusted Pizza

This is like a somewhat-mare-substantial quiche on the bottom, and pizza on top. Yield: 4 generous servings, each with 14 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of fiber, for a total of 12 grams of usable carbs and 22 grams of protein. (Analysis does not include toppings.)   INGREDIENTS  3 1/2 cups shredded zucchini 3 […]

Zucchini Casserole

Jodee Rushton, who contributed this recipe, says, “Since each serving has protein as well as vegetable, it’s great as part of a lunch with some other veggies. It’s also a great snack.” Yield: 6 servings, each with 6 grams of carbohydrates and 1 gram of fiber, for a total of 5 grams of usable carbs […]

Zucchini With Sour Cream For People Who Don’t Love Zucchini

Marilee Wellersdick sends this recipe. My sister, who tested it, says the name is no joke-it went over well with nonzucchini-loving in-laws. Yield: 6 servings, each with 11 grams of carbohydrates and 3 grams of fiber, for a total of 8 grams of usable carbs and no protein.   INGREDIENTS  4 tablespoons butter 1 medium […]

Kolokythia Krokettes

These are rapidly becoming one of our favorite side dishes. They’re Greek, and very, very tasty. A terrific side dish with roast lamb or Greek roasted chicken. Yield: 6 servings, each with 6 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of fiber, for a total of 4 grams usable carbs and 8 grams of protein.   […]

Slice of Mushroom Heaven

Rich enough to give Dean Ornish fits, and oh-so-good. Thanks to my friend Kay for the name! Yield: 9 generous servings, each with 5 grams of carbohydrates and 1 gram of fiber, for a total of 4 grams of usable carbs and 13 grams of protein.   INGREDIENTS  4 tablespoons butter 1 pound mushrooms, sliced […]