On-the-Go Egg Muffins

Ingredients:

• 4 eggs
• 1/4 white onion, diced
• 1/4 red pepper, diced
• 1 cup curly kale (cut into small pieces)
• 1 tsp. nutritional yeast (optional)
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 1/2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

Makes 4 Servings (1 egg muffin per serving)

1. Preheat oven to 375 and place 4 paper baking cups in muffin tins.
2. Place 1 Tbsp. olive oil in a small pan, add the diced onions and peppers and cook until onions are translucent. Add in the kale and cook until soft and the leaves turn dark green.
3. Mix 4 eggs in a bowl with the pepper and nutritional yeast.
4. Divide the sautéed vegetable mixture into the 4 muffin tin cups. Pour the egg mixture into each cup.
5. Bake at 375 for 15 min, or until eggs are cooked through. For a richer cheesy flavor sprinkle a small amount of nutritional yeast on top. 

WW POINTS VALUE: ?

Note: This recipe appears on www.southbeachdiet.com/recipes. Egg muffins are wonderful for breakfast with a side of bacon or as a snack. The combination of vegetables and eggs is not only filling but also tasty. If you don't have yeast on hand, sprinkle a touch of shredded Parmesan cheese to these muffins and they will be just as flavorful. 

No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bliss Balls

Ingredients:

• 1 cup raw cashews
• 2 Tbsp. coconut oil
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 2 Tbsp. erythritol-based sweetener (granulated)
• 1/8 tsp. salt
• 1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries

Makes 8 Servings (1 bliss ball per serving)

1. Pulse cashews, coconut oil, vanilla extract, erythritol and salt in a food processor until a dough forms.
2. Add berries and pulse again until just combined.
3. Divide dough into 8 pieces, then roll between the palms of your hands to form balls. 
4. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. 

WW POINTS VALUE: ?

Note: This recipe appears on www.southbeachdiet.com/recipes. Who knew vegan cheesecake balls could be tasty? These little bliss balls are not cheesecake but they taste like cheesecake and they're packed with flavor. The combination of nuts and dried fruit is always delicious. You can also taste the coconut and the vanilla in these treats as well. You can use any kind of nut, dried fruit, almond extract or coconut extract in this recipe and the vegan cheesecake balls will still be delicious. 

Smoky Goat Cheese & Almond Balls

Ingredients:

• 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese
• 1 (10 1/2 oz.) package soft goat cheese
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
• 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan or sharp cheddar cheese
• 3 tbsp. unsalted butter, softened or at room temperature
• 1/4 tsp. smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp. minced garlic and/or onion powder
• 1/4 tsp. ground cumin

For the Garnish:

• 1/3 cup smoked almonds, chopped
• 3 tbsp. fresh chopped chives
• 1 tsp. fresh chopped thyme

Makes 24 balls (1 ball per serving)

1.  Whisk together all of the cheese ball ingredients until thoroughly combined. Add salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate the mixture for about 30 minutes. 
2. Line a flat serving platter with parchment paper and set it aside. 
3. Mix together the garnish of smoked almonds, chives, and thyme in a small bowl. 
4. Scoop out 1 tablespoon of the cheese ball mixture and roll it into the almond garnish. Arrange the balls on the prepared platter and refrigerate until firm. 

WW POINTS VALUE: 3 pts. 

Note: This recipe appears in the New Keto-Friendly South Beach Diet book. These little cheese bites pack a creamy punch of flavor. These cheese balls make a nice snack and an appetizer for a gathering. The cheeses and the mashed avocado give these treats a nice creamy texture and they melt in your mouth. These cheese balls make a wonderful snack on their own or with vegetables or keto-friendly chips. 

Mini Taco Salads with Cilantro-Lime Yogurt

Ingredients:

• 12 slices Colby Jack cheese
• 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 small onion, chopped
• 1 lb. ground turkey breast
• 1/2 cup packed spinach, chopped
• 1/2 tsp. onion powder
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp. sea salt
• 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 24 cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
• 1 avocado, pitted and diced
• 3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Makes 6 Servings (2 mini taco salads per serving)

1. Preheat the oven to 400 F. Line two 9 x 13-inch baking sheets with parchment paper. 
2. Evenly place 6 cheese slices on each baking sheet. Ensure adequate spacing between each cheese slice (approximately 2 inches) to avoid slices melting together. 
3. Bake for 5-6 minutes, or until the edges of the cheese slices are golden brown and bubbling. Watch the cheese closely to avoid overcooking. 
4. Remove the cheese slices from the oven, allowing them to cool slightly (30-60 seconds). Blot any excess oil from the cheese slices from the paper towel, and allow the slices to cool for 1-2 minutes longer. 
5. Remove a chees slice from the baking sheet with a spatula and mold it into the first of 12 cups of a muffin tin to make a small, bowl-shaped cheese shell. Use the back end of a spoon to help shape the cheese into a cup, if necessary. 
6. Repeat with the remaining cheese slices and let them cool completely in the muffin tin while you make the taco meat filling. 
7.  Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. 
8. Add the avocado oil to the skillet. 
9. Add the garlic and onion and saute for 2-3 minutes. 
10. Place the ground turkey in the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon or spatula as it cooks. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 6-7 minutes, or until the turkey is no longer pink in color. 
11. Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes. 
12. Mix together onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. 
13. Add the seasoning mixture to the skillet along with 1 tablespoon of water.
14.  Stir the turkey mixture until the seasoning is well combined and cook for another minute before removing it from the heat.
15. Add 1/4 cup of the cooked turkey mixture to each of the 12 cheese shells. Garnish the cups with the cherry tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro and serve with Cilantro-Lime Yogurt Dip.

WW POINTS VALUE: 8 pts. 

Note: This recipe appears in the New Keto-Friendly South Beach Diet book. Don't be intimidated by the steps in this recipe. These taco salads are easy to make, they just require patience. These mini salads pack a flavorful punch with the spices and vegetables. The yogurt dip gives these salads a nice, tangy after taste to these treats. 

Cilantro-Lime Yogurt Dip

Ingredients:

• 1 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice
• 1-2 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Makes 1 Cup (2 tbsp. per serving)

Combine the yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Stir until they are well mixed. 

WW POINTS VALUE: 1 pt. 

Note: This recipe appears in the New Keto-Friendly South Beach Diet book. This yogurt dip is tangy and delicious and it goes great with any kind of Mexican cuisine. The combination of cilantro and lime awakens your taste buds. 

Creamy Tomato Soup with Parmesan Crisps

Ingredients:

Tomato Soup

• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp. dried basil
• 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
• 1 (14.5-oz.) can crushed tomatoes
• 3 cups chicken or vegetable stock
• ½ cup heavy cream
• Salt 
• freshly ground black pepper

Parmesan Crisps

• ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese

Makes 4 Servings

1. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until translucent.
2. Add basil, tomato paste, salt and pepper to the pan and stir well to combine.
3. Add crushed tomatoes and stock, then increase heat to high and bring to a boil. 
4. As soon as the soup begins to boil, turn the heat to low, cover and let simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Turn off the heat and add heavy cream. With an immersion blender, puree the soup, being careful not to splash yourself with hot liquid. 
6. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. 
7. Scoop 1 tablespoon of parmesan at a time onto the prepared pan to make 12 mounds, leaving 2 inches of space between each mound of cheese. 
8. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until deeply golden. Allow to cool for 5 minutes on the pan before serving.
9. Ladle the soup into 4 bowls and serve with parmesan crisps on the side or crumbled over top. 

WW POINTS VALUE: ?

Note: This recipe appears on www.southbeachdiet.com/recipes. Tomato soup is a wonderful comfort food that warms your inside. The parmesan crisps are complimentary to the Italian flavors of this velvety tomato soup. This soup is a keto-friendly version of a classic and will become a staple favorite in your kitchen. 

Parmesan Roasted Broccoli Rabe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. broccoli rabe
• 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp. chili flakes
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

Makes 4 Servings

1. Preheat oven to 400 F. 
2. Trim the broccoli rabe to remove 1-2 inches of tough stem at the bottom. Cut the larger florets in half lengthwise. Place the broccoli rabe on a baking sheet and drizzle it with the olive oil, tossing to combine. Sprinkle the salt, garlic, and chili flakes on  top. 
3. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the broccoli rabe is tender. Remove it from the oven and toss it with the Parmesan cheese in a large bowl. Divide the prepared broccoli rabe into 4 portions and serve. 

WW POINTS VALUE: 2 pts. 

Note: This recipe appears in the New Keto-Friendly South Beach Diet book. Roasted vegetables with Parmesan cheese is quite delicious. Broccoli rabe is a lower-carb alternative to broccolini and is a great way to add more green vegetables to a keto-friendly diet. You can also use broccoli or cauliflower in this recipe and the side dish will still be delicious. This side dish goes great with any kind of protein such as chicken, turkey, veal, pork , beef and fish.