The Vegetarian Low-carb Diet Cookbook

by Rose Elliot

The Vegetarian Low-Carb Diet Cookbook is the ideal accompaniment to the successful Vegetarian Low-Carb Diet - the fast, no-hunger, healthy way to lose weight. One of the joys of the low-carb lifestyle - and one of the reasons why people find that this is a diet they can stick to - is that the food is delicious, and this book is full of tasty ideas for vegetarians who want the slimming benefits of a low-carb diet. With over 100 fantastic recipes ranging from energising breakfasts and light lunches to satisfying suppers and even sweet treats and desserts, there's something for everyone - vegetarians or vegans wanting to shed some pounds, successful low-carbers looking for new ideas, or anyone who loves fresh-tasting, quick and easy recipes. All the dishes are straightforward, high in protein, low in carbs and packed full of fresh vegetables. Protein and carb counts are provided for each recipe, along with details of which diet phase the recipe is suitable for. There are plenty of vegan recipes and vegan variations are suggested where appropriate. It couldn't be simpler!

Genres: Nonfiction, Diets, Reference, Health

160 pages, Paperback

First published March 17, 2005

About the author

Rose Elliot is a British vegetarian cookery writer. She has written 55 books on vegetarian cookery, which have sold three million copies all around the world. Her first book, Simply Delicious, was published in 1967. Her latest cookery book, The Best Of Rose Elliot: The Ultimate Vegetarian Collection was published by Mitchell Beazley in 2014. She is patron of the Vegetarian Society, VIVA (Vegetarian International Voice for Animals) and The Vegetarian and Vegan Foundation. She also supports Compassion In World Farming, and OXFAM for whom she has written three best-selling books to raise funds. In 1999 she was awarded the MBE for services to vegetarian cookery. She lives in Hampshire and in London, and is a member of MENSA.

Reviews

[Hilary (A Wytch's Book Review) · Rating 3 out of 5]

An interesting book that seems to fit in with the low carb ideals (although for me I wouldn't be able to eat everything she suggests as I have a nut allergy and a lot of the bread subs have almonds in them) but some of the recipes are worth trying out and the general idea seems good! (I would be interested to find out if there is an updated version as I am sure that some of the things she says you need to order from abroad are now available.)

[Melissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book! I found that I'm much more aware of what I'm putting into my body after reading this and it gave me a completely different perspective on semi-vegetarian eating. Because the author is encouraging and not overly strict, I've been able to adapt the recipes to suit my partner's and my own tastes. Overall I think it's a very helpful book, and it has inspired much creativity in my kitchen!

[Maja · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fairly good cookbook, with simple-to-follow recipes. Many of the dishes can be made with easily accessible food. I wish there were more "exotic" dishes, though, but my overall impression is positive.

[Kate Sommerville · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple to read and well organised.

The recipes are tasty and easy to get ingredients for, and easy to cook. One of my favourites is the tofu cacciatore.

Great for one person cooking as well

[Dawn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book for those veggies who want to focus on eating healthy instead of just filling up on carbs. A great weight loss guide for veggies.

[Emily · Rating 1 out of 5]

The recipes are too weird for me.. I was looking for more simple diet but this ain't it. I'm sure some people love this book- just not my thing.

[Daniela · Rating 2 out of 5]

Seems decent, trying it out. The recipes are great either way