7 Low-Carb, High-Flavor, Brunch Recipes

Is brunch the best meal of the week? Yes. But for those with dietary restrictions, the breakfast buffet can be a temptation too far. The chefs at Atkins have put together these seven recipes for those looking to indulge on flavor, while supporting low-carb, Keto, or protein-forward diets. If you liked our low-carb Holiday Cocktails, you're gonna love these brunch-tacular additions to your recipe collection. Tap the recipe names below for a full set of directions and options for scaling up or down the number of servings: 

Smoked Salmon, Cucumber, and Cream Cheese Roll-Ups

Light, simple, and tasty - these smoked salmon, cucumber, and cream cheese roll-ups are delightfully refreshing as snacks or appetizers. Use a mandoline slicer or a vegetable peeler to cut long thin strips of cucumber, then roll them up with the salmon and cream cheese. Each serving contains 5.5g net carbs.

Ingredients for 4 Servings: 

• 12 ounces Smoked Chinook Salmon (Lox)
• 8 tablespoons Cream Cheese
• 2 Cucumbers (8-1/4") (with peel)

Blueberry Cloud Muffin

Rise and shine with this light, fluffy, and unique muffin creation. The Atkins Blueberry Cloud Muffin recipe is both a delightful brunch crowd pleaser and easy to make in the microwave. Each serving contains 6.3g net carbs.

Ingredients for 4 Servings: 

• 4 ounces Cream Cheese (try blueberry for extra flavor)
• 4 large Eggs
• 8 tablespoons Vanilla Whey Protein
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder (Sodium Aluminum Sulfate, Double Acting)
• 2/3 teaspoon Nutmeg (Ground)
• 1 cup Blueberries

If these cloud muffins look good, check out these Blueberry White Chocolate Cookies!

Keto Zucchini Frittata

A nice mix of fresh vegetables and eggs always tops the brunch charts. The Atkins Zucchini Frittata recipe combines cooked onion and zucchini with goat cheese, basil, and red pepper flakes for maximum flavor and minimum carbs. Each serving contains 3.9g net carbs.

Ingredients for 4 Servings: 

• 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 2 medium Zucchinis
• 1/2 cup chopped Scallions or Spring Onions
• 1 teaspoon Salt (mix it up with onion salt or garlic salt as an alternative) 
• 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
• 8 large Eggs (Whole)
• 4 ounces Goat Cheese (Soft)
• 2 ounces Basil

Keto Almond Protein Pancakes with Blueberries 

Flip some flapjacks that are packed with protein and flavor, without loading up on carbs. Whip up some Atkins Almond Protein Pancakes with blueberries for a breakfast, brunch, or breafast-for-dinner that’s a guaranteed table-pleaser. Each serving contains 10.8g net carbs and 24g protein.

Ingredients for 4 Servings: 

• 8 tablespoons Blanched Almond Flour
• 8 tablespoons Vanilla Whey Protein
• 6 tablespoons Whole Grain Soy Flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder (Straight Phosphate, Double Acting) 
• 3 large Eggs (Whole)
• 2 ounces Large or Small Curd Creamed Cottage Cheese
• 1 cup Fresh Blueberries

Crunchy Tropical Berry and Almond Breakfast Parfait

Layer up the good stuff with the Atkins Crunchy Tropical Berry and Almond Breakfast Parfait recipe. The various smooth and crunchy textures of whipped cream, almonds, and fruit are a great way to kick off the day. Each serving contains 11.3g net carbs.

Ingredients for 4 Servings: 

• 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Sucralose Based Sweetener (Sugar Substitute)
• 1/4 teaspoon Coconut Extract
• 1/2 cup 2% Plain Greek Yogurt
• 1 cup Red Raspberries
• 1 cup Blueberries
• 1/2 cup Dried Coconut
• 4 servings granola

Bell Pepper Rings Filled with Eggs and Mozzarella

For a more simple egg dish that’s still big on flavor, try these easy-to-make Bell Pepper Rings Filled with Eggs and Mozzarella. Each serving contains 4.7g net carbs.

Ingredients for 4 Servings: 

• 2 large (approx 3-3/4" long, 3" dia) Bell Peppers
• 8 large Eggs (Whole)
• 4 teaspoons Canola Vegetable Oil
• 1 cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese (Whole Milk)

Keto Beef Huevos Rancheros on Canadian Bacon

It’s hard to say ‘no’ to anything that has bacon in it, especially during brunch. The Atkins Beef Huevos Rancheros on Canadian Bacon is an egg-based favorite full of rich flavor from chili peppers, cumin, oregano, and cilantro. Each serving contains 1.7g net carbs.

Ingredients for 4 Servings: 

• 6 ounces Ground Beef (80% Lean / 20% Fat)
• 1/2 cup Green Chili Peppers (Canned)
• 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon leaf Oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 4 slices Canadian Bacon
• 4 large Eggs (Whole)
• 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar Cheese
• 4 sprigs Cilantro

Want more recipes or just tips on low-carb living? Check out the new book The Atkins 100 Eating Solution by Colette Heimowitz.

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