FWTFL: What I Eat on Low Carb Days

I have been following the Faster Way to Fat Loss nutrition and fitness program for over a year now, and it has truly become a lifestyle for me. (If you’re new around here, you can catch up on my journey by reading this blog post!). When I first started the program, it was still relatively new to the market and there were not a ton of resources available to help guide me along the way, so I learned by trial and error. Because I know how overwhelming and intimidating the program can be to those of you who are just starting out, I thought it might be helpful to document some of my go-to meals/snacks to give you some ideas of what to eat (I also try to share my food and grocery hauls on my Instagram stories, so be sure to follow me (@popofpippi) if you’re not already!). I’m going to break this up into two parts, starting with low carb days. I’ll write another post dedicated to macro-tracking days soon!

Before I dive in, I wanted to mention that the FWTFL program promotes a grain-free and dairy-free diet. I opted not to cut either of those things from my diet as I am not intolerant to them and I still saw results. Just do what works for you!   

Meals

• Ham rollups – I lay out the ham slice and add half of a slice of pepper jack cheese and honey mustard then roll it up.
• Turkey rollups – I usually layer hummus (the horseradish hummus from Trader Joe’s is my current fave!) on the turkey and add pickles then roll it up.
• Arugula Salad – I usually pair an arugula salad with ham or turkey roll-ups for an easy lunch. My salad usually consists of the arugula, walnuts, red onion, a little bit of parmesan cheese, and then I dress it with the Simply Dressed lemon vinaigrette.
• Chef’s Salad – I use iceberg lettuce, then add deli meat (turkey and ham), boiled eggs, cucumbers, tomatoes, green pepper, cheese, sliced almonds and dress with balsamic vinaigrette.
• Bacon & Avocado wrap – I use the Mission low carb wraps. I start with a slice of pepper jack cheese on the wrap, and I warm it in the toaster oven. Then I add smashed avocado, bacon and a few chopped tomatoes. I top with red pepper flakes and sometimes I add sriracha sauce for some added heat!
• Turkey & Pico Wrap – I cook ground turkey with taco seasoning and add it to the wrap, then top with homemade pico (I just chop up some tomatoes, onions, and jalapeño and mix in zest of a lime and lime juice), and then add various toppings – usually cheese, avocado and sriracha sauce.
• Spaghetti Squash – I will use this as a sub for pasta when making spaghetti. I just cook up the ground beef and mix with spaghetti sauce, and add it to the squash. I also add red pepper flakes (can you tell I like things spicy? :)).
• Meat with veggies – I usually try to grab something from the rotisserie at the grocery store – often times it is a chicken or pork tenderloin – and then I’ll have green beans and/or broccoli on the side. Cauliflower rice is also a good option.
• Cauliflower pizza – I recently cooked one of these for the first time and I was pleasantly surprised at how good it was! I just topped it with sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni like a regular pizza!
• On the go – If I don’t have time to prep my food and I have to eat out, my go-tos on low carb days are the sub-in-a-tub from Jersey Mikes (I love the #7 with bacon) and the green goddess salad from Panera. Another good option at most restaurants or fast food joints is a burger with no bun.
• Note: I also try to cook with olive oil or coconut oil where possible – and don’t forget to log it because oils are GREAT at helping you load up on healthy fats on a low carb day!

Snacks

• Almonds, Peanuts, Walnuts
• Rice Cake with Almond Butter or Peanut Butter (Trader Joe’s Crisp Bread is also good in the place of a rice cake)
• Cottage Cheese – I like to add Trader Joe’s Everything but the Bagel seasoning. If I don’t have that, I’ll just add in salt.
• Protein Shake – I use Orgain Chocolate Fudge protein powder and mix with a cup of unsweetened almond milk. If you are in need of fats, you can also add a scoop of peanut butter or almond butter!
• Hard boiled eggs with smashed avocado – I like to top with either Trader Joe’s EBTB seasoning, Trader Joe’s Chili Lime seasoning, or roasted red pepper flakes (from anywhere)
• Quest protein bars – these have a lot of fiber so the net carbs is low; others have stated that these cause GI issues, but they don’t really bother me…I also don’t eat them everyday. These are more for convenience.
• Collagen Protein Peptides – I mix these into a hot cup of tea in the afternoon or after dinner. This is a great way to get in protein without added carbs or fat. I have also tried the Orgain brand – I would recommend either these or the Vital Proteins brand.
• Pork Rinds
• Beef Jerky – I actually don’t like beef jerky, but it is a good low carb day snack if you like it!
• Fat bombs – it has been a while since I’ve made fat bombs, but when I did in the past, I always found the recipes on Pinterest. There are lots of good and easy options, so check there!

I’ll add to the list if I think of more things. Also, if you have a low carb favorite, add it in the comments below so other readers can get ideas!

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And of course I can’t leave you without sharing outfit details…

Unfortunately, my sweatshirt and leggings are no longer available but I have linked several similar options in the scrolling bar below! My tennis shoes are on sale for under $80 and I’ve also linked my every day gym bag, which I also use as an overnight bag and a carry-on when flying – it’s a great bag!

Thanks for reading!