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Low-Carb Recipes For Grilling

13 Low-Carb Recipes That Will Make You Want to Fire Up the Grill

If you're trying to lose weight, but your warm weather weekends are packed with barbecues and family gatherings, you know you need to have a game plan. Fortunately, the recipes here all have two things in common: they can be made on the grill, and they won't sabotage your low-carb diet. Whether you like chicken, seafood, or beef — or you're cutting carbs as a vegetarian — you'll find something on this list to satisfy those Summer cravings. Pair your protein with one of the healthy sides here, or try an equally low-carb cold dish, like lightened-up "pasta" salad or coleslaw.

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1. Grilled Buffalo Shrimp

Pair this tasty shrimp and blue cheese dip with a low-carb beer. It's the perfect addition to any barbecue or tailgate.

Get the recipe: grilled buffalo shrimp

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2. Grilled Jalapeño Poppers

Stuffed with bacon, cream cheese, and pepper jack cheese, these jalapeño poppers are the definition of indulgence.

Get the recipe: grilled jalapeño poppers

3. Balsamic Portobello Burgers

For a vegan or vegetarian option, grill thick slices of portobellos to eat in place of beef. Serve on whole grain bread or wrapped in lettuce.

Get the recipe: balsamic portobello mushrooms

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4. Mobile-Style Oysters

Butter isn't exactly a healthy fat, but there's never been a yummier way to eat it than in these buttery, cheese-filled oysters.

Get the recipe: Mobile-style oysters

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5. Postgrill Marinated Skirt Steak

Hate when the herbs and seasoning get burnt onto your steak? Try this genius trick, marinating the beef after grilling to add bright and bold flavour.

Get the recipe: postgrill marinated skirt steak

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6. Spicy Shrimp and Chorizo Skewers

Surf and turf gets a delicious upgrade with flavourful shrimp tossed in garlic, chile powder, and caraway seeds.

Get the recipe: spicy shrimp and chorizo skewers

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7. Grilled Asparagus

Asparagus is another low-carb side that's perfect for grilling season. Just buy thicker stalks, so they're less likely to slip between the grates.

Get the recipe: grilled asparagus

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