Stress-Free & Healthy Holidays: Your 5-Night Low-Carb Dinner Plan is Here!

The week of Thanksgiving is always a whirlwind. While we fully support enjoying your holiday favorites, staying on track with your health goals and supporting your GLP-1 therapy (Semaglutide or Tirzepatide) doesn't have to be a struggle.

That's why we've designed a flexible 5-Night Low-Carb Dinner Rotation for the week of November 24th. This plan provides quick, high-protein meals using seasonal, simple ingredients from Trader Joe's, allowing you to choose which nights work best for you!

Why Protein and Low-Carb?

For our patients on GLP-1 medications, prioritizing protein and healthy fats helps maximize the medication's effect on satiety (feeling full) and protects muscle mass. Focusing on low-carb, high-fiber vegetables helps stabilize blood sugar and ensures digestive comfort.

🍽️ Your 5-Night Low-Carb Dinner Rotation

Use these recipes on any five nights of the week that fit your busy schedule.

Dinner Theme	Recipe Focus	Key Trader Joe's Ingredients
Italian Stuffed Chicken Breasts	High Protein, Baked	Chicken Breasts, Pre-packaged Spinach, Cream Cheese, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Artichoke Hearts.
Salmon with Ginger-Garlic Bok Choy	Omega-3 Rich, Quick Pan-Sear	Wild Atlantic Salmon Fillets, Fresh Bok Choy, Ginger Paste, Garlic, Coconut Aminos.
Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Sauce	Keto Comfort, Pan-Seared	Pork Chops, Sliced Baby Bella Mushrooms, Heavy Cream, Chicken Broth, Fresh Thyme.
"Beef & Broccoli" Stir-Fry (Low Carb)	Fast Cook, Lean Protein	Shaved Beef Steak, Broccoli Florets, Sugar-Free Teriyaki Sauce, Sesame Oil.
Tuna Melts (Low Carb Style)	No-Cook, Quick Prep	Canned Tuna, Avocado, Mayo, Everything But The Bagel seasoning, Large Lettuce Leaves.

🧑‍🍳 Quick Prep: Recipes & Instructions

Here are the simplified steps to get these nutritious meals on the table fast!

1. Italian Stuffed Chicken Breasts

• Filling: Mix softened Cream Cheese with chopped Spinach, chopped Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Artichoke Hearts. Season.

• Stuff & Bake: Cut a pocket into each Chicken Breast. Stuff with the filling. Season the outside of the chicken and bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.

2. Salmon with Ginger-Garlic Bok Choy

• Sear: Season Salmon Fillets and sear, skin-side down, in Sesame Oil for 4-5 minutes, then flip and finish cooking. Remove fish.

• Sauté: Add chopped Bok Choy, Ginger Paste, and minced Garlic to the same pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes. Splash with Coconut Aminos and toss until wilted.

• Serve: Place the salmon over the bok choy.

3. Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

• Sear: Season Pork Chops and sear in a skillet with butter until cooked through (4-6 minutes per side). Remove chops.

• Sauce: Add Sliced Mushrooms and Fresh Thyme to the pan. Sauté. Pour in Chicken Broth to deglaze, then stir in Heavy Cream.

• Finish: Return pork chops to the sauce and simmer for 1 minute.

4. "Beef & Broccoli" Stir-Fry (Low Carb)

• Stir-Fry: Heat a wok or skillet with Sesame Oil. Stir-fry Broccoli Florets for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender. Remove.

• Meat: Cook the Shaved Beef Steak quickly in the same pan.

• Combine: Return the broccoli to the pan. Toss with a few tablespoons of Sugar-Free Teriyaki Sauce and serve immediately. (Skip the rice for a strict low-carb focus!)

5. Tuna Melts (Low Carb Style)

• Mix: Combine drained Tuna with mashed Avocado and Mayonnaise. Season generously with Everything But The Bagel Seasoning.

• Wrap: Use large, crisp Lettuce Leaves (Romaine or Butter lettuce) as low-carb wraps or cups to hold the tuna mixture. No cooking required!

✅ Your Low-Carb Shopping List

Don't forget to grab these essentials on your next Trader Joe's run!

Protein & Dairy: Chicken Breasts, Salmon Fillets, Pork Chops, Shaved Beef Steak, Canned Tuna, Cream Cheese, Heavy Cream.

Produce: Fresh Bok Choy, Sliced Baby Bella Mushrooms, Broccoli Florets, Avocado, Crisp Lettuce, Fresh Thyme, Garlic.

Pantry & Condiments: Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Artichoke Hearts, Ginger Paste, Sesame Oil, Coconut Aminos (or soy sauce), Sugar-Free Teriyaki Sauce, Chicken Broth, Mayo, Everything But The Bagel Seasoning.

Happy cooking, and have a healthy and wonderful Thanksgiving week!

If you have any questions about adjusting your diet while on GLP-1 therapy, please call the California Trim Rx office to schedule a quick check-in.

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