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I'd Rather Be A Chef - Everyday Low Carb & Healthy Recipes

What You Eat = How You Feel. Here’s Proof. 💡

Published 20 days ago • 1 min read

Hey Reader,

This week, I’m bringing the flavor and the food for thought.

First up: a bold, juicy Pollo Asado recipe that’s smoky, tender, and made with low-carb eaters in mind.
Then? We’re taking a closer look at the old saying “You are what you eat”—and why there’s absolute truth behind it.

​🔥 Pollo Asado (Mexican Grilled Chicken Thighs)​

This recipe is packed with bold, citrusy, smoky flavor and grills up perfectly juicy every time. Whether it’s taco night or just a quick dinner, this low-carb recipe is a weeknight winner.

Love Mexican recipes? Check out my recipes for:

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Homemade Mexican Chorizo

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Incredibly Easy Guacamole

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Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

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​We Become What We Eat: How True Is That? 🧘‍♀️​

If food shapes our mood, energy, and even how we think... what does your plate say about you? In this article, I’m digging into how our eating choices influence how we feel—from gut health to mindset and beyond.

The bottom line? Nourish your body and your perspective.
This week’s recipe brings the flavor, and the article brings the insight. If either one sparks something for you, I’d love to hear about it.

Until next time,
—Scott

P.S. Spring is here—and so are the recipes to match...​

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I'd Rather Be A Chef - Everyday Low Carb & Healthy Recipes

Scott Groth | Professional Chef turned Blogger

Discover the art of crafting everyday low carb recipes in your kitchen with simple, step-by-step instructions. As a chef-turned-blogger, I love to cook low carb and keto recipes that are loved by the whole family! I have 500+ recipes - yes that's how I love to cook - so check them out and don't forget to follow me!

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