Millions of Americans are dieting to lose weight at any given time. With obesity and diseases like diabetes being so prevalent, it is no wonder people are trying to lose weight. One of the most popular weight loss diets is the low carbohydrate diet. This type of diet, which was made famous by the Atkins diet, restricts carbohydrates like bread, pasta, rice, sweets and fruits. The theory is that when you avoid carbohydrates, your body switches into ketosis, burning your own fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates. With the increasing popularity of low carbohydrate diets, many restaurants are offering low carbohydrate meals.
Bunless Burgers
Bunless burgers are a low carbohydrate meal that can be purchased in almost any fast food or sit-down restaurant. Because the buns of burgers are high in carbohydrates, many restaurant chains are now offering burgers wrapped in lettuce instead of the bread, or plain on a plate with vegetables. The beef patty of a burger is high in protein and naturally free of carbohydrates unless fillers or seasonings are added. Even if bunless burgers aren't on the menu at a particular restaurant, many restaurants will accommodate a special request to make them.
Grilled Chicken And Vegetables
Grilled chicken and vegetables is another low carbohydrate meal that many restaurants offer. Chicken naturally contains no carbohydrates, and vegetables that include broccoli and cauliflower are very low in carbohydrates. In fact, the nutritional database CalorieKing.com states that each half cup serving of broccoli has only about 5 g of carbohydrates. According to the Atkins website, you can get a dish of plain chicken and vegetables at almost any Italian restaurant. Many American restaurants and burger joints will also provide chicken with vegetables.
Cobb Salad
Cobb salads are green salads loaded with a variety of meats and cheeses. They typically have bacon, blue cheese, avocados, tomatoes and a deli meat, such as turkey. Cobb salads are usually topped with a creamy dressing, such as ranch or blue cheese dressing, making them a low carbohydrate meal without any necessary substitutions. According to CalorieKing.com, a cup of Cobb salad has only 4 g of carbohydrates. They are full of protein and fat, which are encouraged on low carbohydrate diets. Cobb salads are available in cafes, American diners and chain restaurants nationwide.
Fajitas Without Tortillas
The Atkins diet website states that Mexican food restaurants are one of the easiest places to find low carbohydrate meals. The site recommends ordering a regular plate of chicken or beef fajitas. Then, you can discard the tortillas and eat only the grilled meat and vegetables, leaving you with a satisfying, low carbohydrate lunch or dinner.
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