Sarra Ina Garten low carb recipes are a reminder that her best dishes are often the simplest ones built around great protein and fresh vegetables. These 20 naturally low-carb favorites include seared fish, crispy chicken thighs, juicy steaks, herb-roasted lamb, and roasted vegetables with zero pasta, bread, or starch in sight.
1. Roasted Shrimp With Lemon and Garlic
Jumbo shrimp tossed with olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, and parsley, then roasted until pink, curled, and golden. The high heat caramelizes the edges and concentrates all the garlicky, citrusy flavor. Done in just 20 minutes.
2. Chilean Sea Bass
Buttery sea bass fillets seared in olive oil, then finished with garlic, lemon juice, white wine, and fresh parsley. The fish is rich, flaky, and almost melts on the fork with virtually no carbs. Ready in just 30 minutes.
3. Salmon With Melting Tomatoes
Pan-seared salmon fillets topped with cherry tomatoes, garlic, red onion, capers, and fresh basil that soften into a warm, bright sauce as they cook. The tomatoes collapse around the fish and create a tangy, savory topping without any starch. Done in about 25 minutes.
4. Grilled Halibut
Thick halibut fillets brushed with olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, fresh dill, and parsley, then grilled until firm and lightly charred. The clean, herby flavors let the mild fish shine. Only 15 minutes from grill to plate.
5. Grilled Lemon Chicken
Boneless chicken breasts marinated in lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, thyme, and rosemary, then grilled until juicy with golden char marks. The citrus-herb marinade adds bright flavor with zero carbs. Ready in just 20 minutes.
6. Lemon Chicken Thighs
Crispy-skinned bone-in thighs seared and braised with garlic, oregano, lemon zest, lemon slices, white wine, and chicken stock. The skin stays golden and crackling while the meat turns fall-off-the-bone tender underneath. Takes about 45 minutes.
7. Mediterranean Chicken
Bone-in chicken thighs roasted with cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, red onion, lemon slices, oregano, and fresh basil until the skin is crispy and the pan juices are rich and savory. Everything roasts together in one pan with no sides needed. Done in about 55 minutes.
8. Marry Me Chicken
Tender chicken breasts seared golden, then simmered in a creamy sauce of garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and fresh basil. The sauce is rich and savory enough to feel indulgent while staying completely low carb. Ready in about 35 minutes.
9. Creamy Chicken Thighs With Lemon and Thyme
Golden bone-in thighs seared until the skin crackles, then braised in a silky sauce of white wine, chicken stock, heavy cream, lemon zest, and fresh thyme. The cream sauce clings to every piece without a drop of flour to thicken it. Takes about 45 minutes.
10. Steakhouse Steaks
Seared ribeye or filet mignon cooked in a screaming-hot cast iron skillet with butter, smashed garlic, and thyme until a deep brown crust forms on the outside. A quick pan sauce with red wine and Dijon finishes the plate. Done in about 25 minutes.
11. Marinated Flank Steak
Lean flank steak soaked in a bold marinade of soy sauce, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, and rosemary, then grilled or broiled until charred outside and pink inside. Sliced thin against the grain, it’s incredibly flavorful and satisfying. Just 15 minutes to cook.
12. Lamb Chops In Oven
Herb-crusted lamb rib chops rubbed with garlic, rosemary, thyme, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, and olive oil, then roasted until pink and juicy inside with a savory, fragrant crust. The high-heat method keeps them perfectly medium-rare. Ready in about 27 minutes.
13. Crustless Quiche
Eggs, heavy cream, shredded Gruyère, and diced vegetables baked together without any pastry shell until puffed, golden, and set. Skipping the crust drops the carbs dramatically while keeping the filling rich and custardy. Done in about 55 minutes.
14. Deviled Eggs
Hard-boiled eggs filled with a smooth mixture of mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, and a dusting of paprika. The filling is tangy, creamy, and rich with almost zero carbs per serving. Takes about 25 minutes including boiling.
15. Tuna Avocado Salad
Flaked olive oil tuna tossed with diced avocado, cucumber, red onion, capers, parsley, and a tangy Dijon lemon vinaigrette. Every bite is creamy, bright, and packed with protein and healthy fats. No cooking required and ready in 10 minutes.
16. Crab Salad
Sweet lump crab meat mixed with celery, red onion, fresh dill, parsley, lemon juice, and a light Dijon mayonnaise dressing. The crab stays the star with clean, delicate flavors and almost no carbs. Done in 15 minutes with no cooking.
17. Creamy Cucumber Salad
Thinly sliced cucumbers and red onion dressed in a cool, tangy mixture of sour cream, white wine vinegar, and fresh dill. The creamy dressing clings to each slice and tastes refreshing alongside any grilled protein. Ready in 10 minutes.
18. Garlic Roasted Cauliflower
Cauliflower florets tossed with minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roasted at high heat until golden, crispy on the edges, and deeply caramelized. Five ingredients and 30 minutes are all you need. One of the best low-carb swaps for roasted potatoes.
19. Roasted Asparagus With Parmesan
Fresh asparagus spears drizzled with olive oil and roasted until the tips get crispy, then finished with a light dusting of grated Parmesan. The cheese melts into the stalks and adds a savory crunch. Just 20 minutes and five ingredients.
20. Roasted Cauliflower Snowflakes
Whole cauliflower sliced into thick steaks, brushed with olive oil, and roasted until the flat sides are deeply golden and caramelized with crispy, charred edges. A squeeze of lemon and optional Parmesan finish them off. Done in about 35 minutes.
