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A food and recipe blog sharing, macro-friendly recipes like macro-friendly butter chicken, BBQ chicken, chicken salad, cheesesteak pasta, maro-friendly curry noodles with shrimp, and a lot more! Lauren's Latest is a food and lifestyle blog for busy parents, featuring family-friendly, tried, and true recipes.
Lauren's Latest » Macro Friendly Recipes
1y ago
Zucchini Fritters are perfect for a fast and easy snack, light lunch, dinner side or even a breakfast side. They are low in calories, low carb, unbelievably easy to make and a great way to sneak some veggies in. Top with sour cream, cheddar cheese or even green onions. There are so many great options for zucchini like my Fried Zucchini or Zucchini Enchiladas.
But Wait, What is a Zucchini Fritter?
When I think of a fritter, my mind thinks “apple fritters“. But, in this case we are taking grated zucchini, adding it to a batter made of onion, flour, egg and herbs and deep frying to perfection.
Wh ..read more
Lauren's Latest » Macro Friendly Recipes
1y ago
Print Marsala Chicken (MF)
Whenever I go to a restaurant I love ordering Marsala Chicken. This macro-friendly version is just as delicious but with the fat reduced significantly. Really delicious served with the mashed potato recipe posted a few weeks ago!
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 287kcal
Ingredients
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/2 inch thick (you might have to cut in half or pound out)
salt & pepper to taste
8 oz sliced mushrooms
1 cup yellow onion finely diced
1 cup Marsala Cooking Wine I u ..read more
Lauren's Latest » Macro Friendly Recipes
1y ago
Print Philly Cheesesteak Pasta (MF)
My new favorite go-to dinner. Beefy, filling and way more delicious than I ever thought it would be. I made this with onions, peppers and mushrooms, but feel free to leave out the peppers or mushrooms if you don't like them.
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 365kcal
Ingredients
8 oz Barilla Protein Plus Pasta I used rotini
nonstick cooking spray
1 cup yellow onion finely diced
1 cup green bell pepper diced
4 oz sliced mushrooms
salt & pepper to taste
1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sau ..read more
Lauren's Latest » Macro Friendly Recipes
1y ago
Print Calzones (MF)
Why not turn that tasty protein pizza dough into a really tasty Calzone?! While I fill mine with
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 344kcal
Ingredients
For the Dough:
1 cup fat free milk I use Fairlife high protein milk
1 tablespoon honey
2 1/4 teaspoon active dry yeast
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup collagen peptides 2 scoops of Vital Proteins
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/4 cups bread flour I used King Arthur Flour
For the Filling:
4 tablespoons pizza sauce I used Great Value brand
4 oz shredded part ..read more
Lauren's Latest » Macro Friendly Recipes
1y ago
Print Macro Friendly Red Curry Noodles with Shrimp
Creamy, flavorful and delicious! Because I use truvia and light coconut milk, this is a lightened up version of a recipe I love to order from our local Thai restaurant. While I use shrimp, feel free to substitute with chicken.
Course Dinner
Cuisine Thai
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 322kcal
Ingredients
8 oz rice noodles linguine style, I used A Taste of Thai Brand
1 pound jumbo shrimp peeled, deveined with tails removed
salt & pepper to taste
3 tablespoons red curry paste I used Thai Kitchen ..read more
Lauren's Latest » Macro Friendly Recipes
1y ago
Print Macro Friendly Chicken Taquitos
Cheesy, crunchy and so so easy to make! This is a great go-to dinner that is ready in no time and packed with lots of protein! Serve with salsa, low fat sour cream, guacamole or just enjoy plain. So good!
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword Taquitos, Taquitos Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 428kcal
Ingredients
25 oz Canned Chicken I used Kirkland Signature, 2 cans
1 oz taco seasoning 1 packet
1/2 cup mild salsa I used Pace
1 cup Reduced Fat Shredded Mozzarella Cheese I used Lucerne brand
8 low carb to ..read more
Lauren's Latest » Macro Friendly Recipes
1y ago
Print Macro Friendly Red Coconut Curry
A creamy and comforting, slightly sweet red coconut curry that is high in protein and lower in fat. I love a red curry and this one is no different! I love eating veggies like this, especially in the cooler months of the year.
Course Dinner
Cuisine Thai
Keyword red curry
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 139kcal
Author Lauren Brennan
Ingredients
1/2 yellow onion diced
3 cloves garlic finely minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
4 cups fresh vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, diced ..read more
Lauren's Latest » Macro Friendly Recipes
1y ago
Print Macro Friendly Enchilada Skillet
A really quick way to get that yummy, cheesy enchilada flavor without having to stuff any tortillas. Try to find mild green chiles and mild red enchilada sauce if you have picky palates to feed at home.
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 458kcal
Ingredients
1 pound ground turkey I used 99% fat free
1.25 oz taco seasoning
3/4 cup water give or take a few tablespoons
1/2 cup grated carrot
4 oz mild green chiles
1/2 cup fresh sweet corn or just use frozen
1/2 cup black beans
10 oz mild ..read more
Lauren's Latest » Macro Friendly Recipes
1y ago
Print Baked Ham and Cheese Sliders
I'm sure you have seen versions on this recipe around online and man oh man are they loaded with butter! For my macro-friendly version, I decided to still add some butter, but a more realistic amount that keeps things buttery and delicious while not overdoing it. That paired with the dijon mustard, poppyseeds and the Hawaiian Sweet Rolls, this makes a quick and easy dinner or lunch. We devoured these.
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Keyword ham sandwich
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 16 sandwiches
Calories 209kcal
Ingredients
16 Haw ..read more
Lauren's Latest » Macro Friendly Recipes
1y ago
Print Macro Friendly Chicken Pot Pie Soup
I love chicken pot pie but don't love the macros. Enter chicken pot pie soup! It's not nearly as creamy BUT it tastes just as good! Feel free to substitute fat free half and half for the evaporated milk for a creamier finish. Also, if you find it doesn't have a very strong "chicken" flavor, add in a few granules of chicken bouillon (1/2 teaspoon or so). It will make a big difference.
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 144kcal
Ingredients
nonstick cooking spray
1 1/2 cups yellow ..read more