Paleo Tomato Basil Salad Recipe

I love simplicity, and this recipe is as simple as it gets!  I was inspired by the really fragrant basil I bought at the farmer’s market this morning.  I was going to pair this cherry tomato basil salad with a nice apple tuna salad, but alas, the farmer’s market didn’t have any curly parsley.  So, instead, I just reheated some burgers we had grilled earlier and splashed on top a healthy helping of the new sauerkraut I got this morning from my CSA farm, Triangle Farm.

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Simple Cucumber Salad

I love cucumbers on a hot day – they seem to have a tremendous cooling effect!  I’ve made this salad twice in the past 3 days, and it’s always enjoyable to eat and quick to make.  Start with some cucumbers.  I used 3 small ones.
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Watermelon Feta Rosemary Salad (Primal Recipe)

I live in a predominantly Greek area, so there’s an absolute abundance of great feta.  Unfortunately, I’ve never made use of this great product.  Until today!  Cheese (or any diary product) is not great on a paleo diet, but I like to indulge once in a while!

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Paleo Strawberry Spinach Salad With Strawberry Dressing

Here’s a simple salad to brighten up your summer days. Strawberries are finally in season, and their sweet juiciness will be perfect for salads.

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Paleo Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Meatloaf Recipe

I’ll admit it – it took me years to like meatloaf. I always thought meatloaf was a bit bland and flavorless. And the worst part was that it was always either dry or mushy.

However, once I learned how good meatloaf can taste, I became a true fan and make it all of the time. I love to freeze it in individual slices and then reheat it in my oven or air fryer for a quick lunch or pair it with a simple salad for an easy dinner.

But lately, I’ve been cooking my Paleo Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Meatloaf Recipe once a week because I cannot get enough of it! I like to drizzle a bit of my dairy-free Paleo ranch dressing on top. 

But if you are not a fan of spicy food, you can simply use less buffalo sauce. Or you can simply use my Paleo BBQ sauce instead of hot sauce. I guarantee it will be just as delicious!

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Paleo Greek Breakfast Casserole Recipe

My low carb Paleo Greek Breakfast Casserole Recipe is delicious and it will keep you satisfied all morning long.

And it’s delicious for lunch or dinner. Just add an easy Paleo side dish and you’ll have a complete meal that your family is sure to love!

But if you want a more traditional Greek-inspired dinner recipe, then be sure to check out this Keto Greek Chicken Skillet that will satisfy your taste buds without a lot of carbs.

Recipe Substitutions and Modifications

My Paleo Greek Breakfast Casserole Recipe tastes absolutely delicious as is.

But I know that you might not have all of the ingredients easily available to you. Or you might not like a few ingredients, and that’s okay!

Here are several modifications and substitutions that you can make, and the recipe will still turn out delicious.

• Ground turkey and ground chicken taste amazing in the recipe, but ground pork or ground beef taste great, too.
• Leftover shredded turkey or chicken would be delicious as well.
• And if you want to skip meat entirely, just leave it out and add a couple of extra eggs.
• While red bell peppers give the dish a beautiful color, and bell pepper would work just as well.
• But if you aren’t a fan of bell peppers, you can simply omit them and add another vegetable that you prefer. Sliced zucchini would be a great replacement for bell peppers.
• Pitted green olives can be used instead of kalamata. Just be sure to be careful about how much salt you add to the recipe since green olives are a bit more salty than kalamata.
• Grape tomatoes are a great substitute for cherry tomatoes, and chopped whole tomatoes work well, too.
• And this recipe easily doubles if you want to feed your entire family or have leftovers that will last for several days.

Other Paleo Casserole Recipes To Try

And if my Paleo Greek Breakfast Casserole Recipes made you hungry for even more Paleo casserole recipes, then you are in luck!

Here are a few of my favorite Paleo casserole recipes that I know you’ll love as much as I do.

• My Paleo Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole is another great breakfast casserole recipe that is perfect for lunch and dinner as well.
• And if you can’t get enough breakfast casseroles, then check out my delicious and easy-to-make Paleo Breakfast Casserole Recipe.
• But if you want a veggie-filled casserole, then my Paleo Chicken and Veggie Casserole Recipe is for you.
• And if you cannot get enough chicken casseroles, you must try my Paleo Chicken and Cherry Tomato Casserole Recipe.
• But if you have a head of cauliflower and want a new way to enjoy it, then check out my Paleo Chicken Cauliflower Rice Casserole recipe.
• If you have a few cans of tuna in your pantry but are tired of tuna salad, then my Paleo Tuna Casserole Recipe is a must-try.

And if you want even more recipes, then check out my 29 Delicious Paleo Dinner Casserole Recipes that your entire family will enjoy.

Paleo Greek Breakfast Casserole Recipe

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• Author: Louise Hendon
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings 1x
• Category: Breakfast

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Fluffy, golden egg casserole filled with veggies, ground turkey, and Greek seasonings.

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Ingredients

• Olive oil, for cooking
• 1/2 lb (225 g) ground turkey or ground chicken
• 1 medium red bell pepper (120 g), diced
• 1/2 medium onion (55 g), diced
• 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
• 1/2 cup (90 g) pitted kalamata olives
• 1/2 cup (90 g) halved cherry tomatoes
• 1 Tablespoon (3 g) chopped fresh dill or parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) dried oregano
• 2 cups (60 g) spinach
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup (60 ml) unsweetened almond milk
• Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 F (175 C). Grease a casserole dish with olive oil and set aside.
2. Heat a drizzle of olive in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes until browned.
3. Add the pepper, onion, and garlic to the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes.
4. Add the olives, cherry tomatoes, fresh dill, cumin, and oregano to the skillet and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
5. Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Remove the skillet from the heat and set aside to cool slightly.
6. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk to combine the eggs and almond milk.
7. Add the cooled turkey mixture to the eggs and stir to combine. Pour the egg mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
8. Place the casserole dish in the oven and bake for 25 to 35 minutes until the eggs are set. Remove the casserole dish from the oven and serve warm or cold.

Notes

All nutritional data are estimated and based on per serving amounts.

Net Carbs per serving: 6 g

Nutrition

• Calories: 407
• Sugar: 4 g
• Fat: 19 g
• Carbohydrates: 11 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Protein: 36 g

Paleo Picadillo

This Paleo Picadillo recipe is an easy one-pan meal that is full of Cuban-inspired flavor.

Juicy raisins, zesty olives, tomato and beef are simmered together for a quick weeknight dinner that tastes like you spent hours cooking.

And don’t forget to cook a batch of cauliflower “rice” to enjoy with it!

Recipe Modifications and Substitutions

• You can use any ground meat that you have in your refrigerator or freezer instead of ground beef. Ground pork is a great substitute for ground beef!
• You can use chicken broth or vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
• Be sure to use tomato sauce and not pasta (or spaghetti) sauce. You can usually find tomato sauce in grocery stores on the shelves with diced tomatoes, tomato paste, stewed tomatoes, etc.
• You can use 1 cup (240 ml) of canned tomato puree instead of tomato sauce. Just make sure that there isn’t any added sugar in the tomato puree.
• However, you can also use 1/2 cup (120 ml) of tomato paste blended with 1/2 cup (120 ml) of water as well. This is in addition to the 1 Tablespoon (15 ml) of tomato paste that is used in the recipe to sauté with the ground beef and ground cumin.
• If you don’t have any raisins in your pantry, you can substitute them with dried currants or chopped pitted dates to give you the hint of sweetness that is unique to Cuban picadillo recipes.
• Of course, you can omit the raisins if you want a lower carb dish or if you just don’t care for raisins. However, they bring a bit of sweetness to the dish that helps balance the saltiness from the olives.
• If you like spicy food, feel free to add a bit of red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the recipe.

Other Paleo Ground Beef Recipes

If you want an American-version of picadillo, then you should try my Super Easy Paleo Sloppy Joes Recipe. And don’t forget to make some gluten-free rolls to enjoy with the sloppy joes!

My Paleo Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls is another easy one-pan dinner that gives you all of the taste without all of the hassle of traditional cabbage rolls.

And if you want another one-pan dinner that is full of flavor, then try my Paleo Mexican Tacos that you can enjoy wrapped in a lettuce “shell” or topped on shredded lettuce as a taco salad.

If you love leftovers or are cooking for a lot of people, then my Paleo Lasagna Recipe with Eggplants is definitely for you.

My Paleo Meatloaf with Mushrooms and my Paleo Meat Lover’s Quiche Recipe are also great recipes if you love leftovers.

And if you missed loaded fries, then you have to make my Paleo Chili and Guacamole Topped Parsnip Fries Recipe as soon as possible.

Of course, no list of ground beef recipes would be complete without a burger recipe, and this Keto Umami Burger Recipe is one of my favorite burgers of all time.

And if you are hungry for even more Paleo ground beef recipes, be sure to check out these 22 finger-lickin’ good Paleo burger recipes.

Paleo Picadillo

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• Author: Louise Hendon
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main
• Cuisine: Cuban

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Ingredients

• Olive oil, for cooking
• 1 red pepper (4 oz or 120 g), diced
• 1 white onion (4 oz or 110 g), diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced
• 1lb (450 g) ground beef
• 1 Tablespoon (15 ml) tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon (2 g) ground cumin
• 1 cup (240 ml) tomato sauce
• 3/4 cup (180 ml) beef broth
• 1/2 cup (90 g) pitted green olives
• 1/4 cup (40 g) raisins
• Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic to the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes.
2. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook for 5 to 8 minutes, using a wooden spoon to break into small pieces.
3. Add the tomato paste and ground cumin to the skillet and cook for about 2 minutes, until the beef is slightly caramelized.
4. Add the tomato sauce, beef broth, green olives, and raisins to the skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce has thickened. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
5. Serve the picadillo by itself or with your favorite Paleo side dish.

Notes

All nutritional data are estimated and based on per serving amounts.

Net Carbs per serving: 18 g

Nutrition

• Serving Size: ¼ recipe
• Calories: 412
• Sugar: 13 g
• Fat: 24 g
• Carbohydrates: 22 g
• Fiber: 4 g

Paleo Caramelized Onion Quiche

No one will know it’s Paleo when you serve this delicious quiche to your family and friends. It has rich caramelized onions with a slightly nutty crust that makes this a truly delicious recipe.

Even better, it can be served at breakfast or lunch. Pair it with a side salad, and you have a filling dinner as well.

I like to enjoy it as leftovers straight out of the refrigerator the next day, but it reheats beautifully for those who prefer warm leftovers.

Recipe Baking Tips

If you’ve never made a quiche (or pie) crust, don’t worry! I’m going to give you a few tips to help make this recipe even easier.

And if you’ve only made traditional quiche (or pie) crusts, you might be interested in these tips as well since gluten-free baking is a bit different than traditional baking.

• Measuring the flours by weight gives more accurate results than by measuring with cups and tablespoons.
• Make sure that the ghee (or coconut oil) are room temperature before adding them to the flours.
• It’s easier to combine the crust ingredients with a food processor, but you can do it with your hands, if needed. Just be sure to work quickly since the heat from your hands will start to melt the ghee (or coconut oil).
• It is essential that you chill the dough before placing it in the quiche pan (or pie plate).
• After you bake the quiche crust, you can cover and refrigerate it overnight and cook the rest of the quiche the next day. Just be sure that the crust and quiche pan (or pie plate) are room temperature before placing in the oven.
• You can also make the caramelized onions the day before and finish baking the next day as well. Just refrigerate the onions separately from the crust. If you add the onions to the crust before you refrigerate them, the crust will get a soggy bottom.
• Be sure the caramelized onions are completely cooled before adding them to the egg mixture. If they are still hot, they could cause the eggs to scramble when combined.
• You can sometimes find canned unsweetened coconut cream in stores or online.
• Be sure that you use unflavored and unsweetened almond milk (or coconut milk) in the quiche.
• The nutmeg can be omitted from the quiche if you don’t have any in your pantry, but it gives it a nice rich flavor.
• Your quiche should be firm but the eggs should give a little when you press down on it once it’s cooked. If it is still liquidy in the middle, then it isn’t completely cooked.
• Be sure to let the quiche rest for at least 15 minutes before cutting.

Other Paleo Quiche Recipes To Try

And if you want even more Paleo quiche recipes, here are just a few more to tempt your tastebuds.

My Paleo Olive Avocado Quiche is perfect for breakfast or lunch and is delicious as leftovers the next day.

And if you love a hearty breakfast that will keep you full all morning, then be sure to try my Paleo Meat Lover’s Quiche Recipe.

But if you prefer a meat-free breakfast option, then my Paleo Vegetable Quiche Recipe is perfect for you.

My Ham and Spinach Mini Quiches are perfect for those who like quick grab-and-go breakfast options.

And if you want even more recipes, then be sure to check out these 28 satisfying Paleo quiche recipes.

Paleo Caramelized Onion Quiche

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• Author: Louise Hendon
• Prep Time: 45 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Yield: 8 slices 1x
• Category: Main
• Cuisine: French

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Ingredients

Crust:

• 1 cup (120 g) almond flour
• 2/3 cup (80 g) tapioca flour
• 4 Tablespoons (28 g) coconut flour
• 1/2 teaspoon (3 g) salt
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) ghee or coconut oil, room temperature
• 1 egg, room temperature

Filling:

• 2 medium red onions (8 oz or 220 g), thinly sliced
• 2 Tablespoons (30 ml) ghee or coconut oil
• 2 Tablespoons (30 ml) balsamic vinegar
• 3 eggs, room temperature
• 1 ? cups (315 ml) coconut cream (from the tops of 3 refrigerated cans of unsweetened coconut milk)
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk (from a carton)
• 1 teaspoon (2 g) nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon (5 g) salt
• 1 teaspoon (1 g) pepper
• 2 Tablespoons (16 g) nutritional yeast, divided

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Instructions

Crust Instructions:

1. Pulse the almond flour, tapioca flour, coconut flour, salt, and ghee (or coconut oil) in a food processor until fine crumb forms. (Alternatively, rub the flours and ghee with your hands to form a fine crumb.)
2. Add the egg to the flour mixture and pulse (or mix with your hands) until the dough just comes together.
3. Wrap the ball of dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes or until you are ready to cook the crust.
4. Preheat the oven to 350 F (177 C).
5. Roll out the dough between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper until about 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) thick. The dough will be a bit crumbly.
6. Carefully lay the dough into a 9-inch (23 cm) quiche pan (or pie pan) and press in with your fingers. Press together any breaks or cracks in the dough. Prick the base with a fork about 5 or 6 times.
7. Place the pie pan in the oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes until the crust is lightly golden.
8. Set aside the crust until ready to use.

Filling Instructions:

1. Melt the ghee (or coconut oil) in a large skillet over low heat. Add the onions to the skillet and gently cook for 15 minutes until very soft, stirring often.
2. Add the balsamic vinegar to the skillet and continue to cook for another 5 to 10 minutes until the onions are sticky and caramelized. Remove the skillet from the heat and let cool.
3. Preheat the oven to 350 F (177 C).
4. While the oven is preheating, whisk to combine the eggs, coconut cream, almond milk (coconut milk), nutmeg, salt, pepper and 1 Tablespoon (8 g) of nutritional yeast.
5. Place about 3/4 of the cooled caramelized onions in the bottom of the cooked quiche crust. Pour the egg mixture over the onions and jiggle the pan slightly to help the eggs settle to the bottom of the crust. Place the remaining 1 Tablespoon (8 g) of nutritional yeast and caramelized onions on top of the egg mixture.
6. Place the pie pan in the oven and bake for 25 to 35 minutes until golden and mostly set and the center jiggles slightly. (Cooking time will vary depending on how wide and deep your pan is.)
7. Remove the quiche from the oven and cool for at least 15 minutes before cutting. Serve the quiche slightly warm or cooled completely.

Notes

All nutritional data are estimated and based on per serving amounts.

Net Carbs per serving: 14 g

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 slice
• Calories: 397
• Sugar: 4 g
• Fat: 34 g
• Carbohydrates: 18 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Protein: 7 g

36 Paleo Casserole Recipes Perfect for Parties

Do you have childhood memories of terrible tuna noodle casseroles? I certainly do. I remember my mother dishing me out a horrible combination of gloopy noodles, thick cheese sauce, and fish. I hated the stuff and, and a result, swore off casseroles for years.

But, as I recently discovered, I have been missing out! Casseroles can be a fantastic, family-friendly, and party-perfect dish! And, best of all, they’re so easy to make Paleo friendly!

Forget the gloopy noodles of yesterday’s tuna casseroles. This list of over 35 guaranteed Paleo-friendly recipes has a casserole idea for every occasion, from a breakfast French Toast casserole (sign me up!) to twists on that British classic, the Shepherd’s Pie.

And, continuing on the international theme, why not a delicious Greek-inspired Paleo beef and spinach pie? Those dreaded days of boring, bland casseroles are long gone with these innovative Paleo-friendly recipes.

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34 Easy Paleo Kale Recipes That Will Make Your Diet Even Healthier

34 Crunchy Recipes for Paleo Chips

Do you miss the flavor of those crunchy, crispy potato chips you used to buy before you started eating Paleo?

I used to get terrible cravings for chips, and the urge to go and eat a whole bag of them was getting out of hand. That’s when I started looking into Paleo alternatives.

There are plenty of Paleo approved chips that you can make at home – and it’s a lot easier than you think!

Our list of 34 delicious Paleo chip recipes includes everything from kale chips to plantain chips, and once you realize how simple these are to make, you’ll want to try one every day of the week.

Any of these chips will make a great Paleo snack; enjoy them with Paleo-friendly dips, add to a bowl of your favorite soup, serve as a healthy movie night snack, or grab a bag of these with you when you leave for work.

Trying one (or ten) of these chip recipes is a great way to make sure your snack is 100% Paleo and healthy. You won’t have to worry about what’s in them – and you can spice them up any way you’d like, to create new, mouthwatering flavors.

If the recipe requires slicing the ingredients, I recommend trying to make the slices as thin as possible. The thinner they are, the crispier the end result – and I’m pretty sure we all prefer super crunchy chips!

I like to make small portions of these, at a time, instead of larger batches. First of all, because they are too hard to resist – and second, because in my opinion they taste even better when they are freshly made. With recipes as easy as these, you won’t mind whipping up a new batch every day.
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36 Succulent Paleo Steak Recipes

A simple, classic, grilled steak may be the ultimate Paleo-friendly food. But who wants to eat the same thing night after night? Even the best-cooked steak in the world can get old after a few days.

But who says there’s just one recipe for steak? From quick and easy marinades to day-long slow cooker sensations, there are hundreds of ways to enjoy steak on a Paleo diet!

That’s why I’ve put together this list of over 30 Paleo-friendly steak recipes. From grill-ready five spice steak marinades to lunchtime steak salads to slow cooker briskets, you’re sure to find inspiration for your next steak meal on this list!

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12 Super Simple 5-Minute Paleo Dinners

35 Paleo Kebabs That Will Make You Beg For Seconds

Every day is barbecue day when there are so many amazing Paleo kebabs recipes available! You won’t settle for soup once you’ve seen these skewers – and your family is going to thank you for it.

Prepare yourself for a lip-smackin’ delicious trip around the world, because these recipes are going to take you to many exotic places.

I’m having a hard time choosing a favorite among all these flavors. We have Paleo kebab recipes from South America, Greece, India and Nigeria – just to name a few!

Kebabs are a great addition to your Paleo diet. They are quick to make, and don’t require too much prep work in the kitchen.

What you should watch out for are store-bought BBQ sauces and seasoning mixes. They often include ingredients that are not Paleo-friendly – you may not have even realized what’s in them until you take a look at the list of ingredients.

Choose Your Favorite Protein Source

• Try the Kefta kebabs made of ground beef, for an option that won’t wreck your budget
• Pork kebabs with chipotle-lime marinade will spice up your BBQ
• Chicken satay goes Paleo on this list!
• You won’t believe how amazing salmon turns out when combined with fruits!

Although you can combine both, meat and vegetables in these skewers for a tasty dinner, sometimes you want a bit of extra to make it a wholesome meal. Here are a few great, Paleo side dishes to go with your favorite kebabs recipe:

• Garlic Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Almonds – Even your picky eaters are going to fall in love with these!
• Roasted Cauliflower Dip – The easiest meal ever: Paleo kebabs with dip!
• 5-Minute Apple Raisin side salad – For those crazy busy days
• Microwaved Sweet Potatoes – While your kebabs are in the grill, throw these in the microwave for 10 minutes. Super simple!

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35 Paleo Cabbage Recipes Your Grandma Would Be Proud Of

Cabbage is one of the trendiest veggies these days, and looking at these recipes you will soon understand why!

Besides being Paleo-friendly, cabbage is also easy on your wallet, simple to cook, and more versatile than you probably even realized.

Traditional Or Spiced Up?

One of the most common ways to cook cabbage is to chop it up and throw it in the frying pan. It’s also one of the tastiest; if you don’t believe me then why don’t you try one of the fried cabbage recipes below.

Add bacon for a traditional approach, or try something a bit more exotic, like curried cabbage! If you’d rather have lemony or smoky flavors, no problem. This list of Paleo cabbage recipes covers those, as well.

Cabbage Is Perfect For Stews

I love uncooked cabbage; it’s fresh and crispy, which is why coleslaw makes such a perfect Paleo side dish.

However, if you’d prefer a cabbage stew, we’ve got something for everyone. Have you tried cabbage stew with apples, pork or beet?

What surprised me was how well cabbage pairs up with seafood. If you like fish, for example salmon or tilapia, you’re in for a tasty treat.

Or do what people have been doing for centuries; make sauerkraut!

This Is Why You Should Eat Fermented Foods

Initially people used fermentation to preserve foods, and enhance the flavor. Later on scientist have found that the microorganisms – the bacteria in the fermented foods have many health benefits.

For example:

• they can help lower your blood pressure
• they have anti-microbial effects and can improve your gut health
• they are anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic

If sauerkraut isn’t your thing, you’ll be happy to find out you can make incredible cabbage rolls that are completely Paleo. And in case you’re feeling lazy, we’ve included some crazy-easy, deconstructed cabbage rolls recipes!

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