The Everything Big Book of Fat Bombs: 200 Irresistible Low-Carb, High-Fat Recipes for Weight Loss the Ketogenic Way - Viveca Menegaz (2016)
Chapter 6. Rollups
Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche Rollups
If you love a bagel and lox for breakfast or Sunday brunch, try this fat-bomb recipe instead. It will be just as satisfying and more rewarding as it helps you stay on track with the ketogenic way of eating.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Ingredients
Makes 3 fat bombs
3 ounces crème fraîche
1⁄8 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
3 slices smoked salmon (lox), about 1 ounce each
Crème Fraîche
Crème fraîche is the French version of sour cream. Just like sour cream, it is a cultured cream, but it has lower acidity and higher fat content, which makes it the perfect ingredient for fat bombs!
1. In a small bowl, mix crème fraîche and lemon zest.
2. Spread 1⁄3 mixture on top of each salmon slice.
3. Roll slices into individual rolls and secure with a toothpick.
4. Serve immediately.
Per 1 fat bomb
Calories: 87
Fat: 7g
Protein: 6g
Sodium: 245mg
Fiber: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Sugar: 1g
Mediterranean Rollups
Dairy-Free
Olives and sun-dried tomatoes are the flavors of the Mediterranean Sea. From Italy to Greece, the tastes of hot summer days include ripe tomatoes and fresh olive oil, and the scent of beautiful olive groves. This recipe will take you there!
Prep Time: 7 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Ingredients
Makes 2 fat bombs
1 large egg
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1⁄8 teaspoon sea salt
6 large kalamata olives, pitted
1 ounce sun-dried tomatoes in oil
1⁄8 teaspoon red chili flakes
1⁄8 teaspoon parsley flakes
1. In a small bowl, combine egg, olive oil, and salt and whisk until foamy.
2. Heat a small nonstick skillet over high heat and pour in egg mixture, spreading evenly so it forms a thin, even layer.
3. Once the first side is cooked, about 1 minute, flip frittata with the aid of a plate or a lid. Cook until golden on bottom, about 2 more minutes.
4. Remove frittata to a plate.
5. In a small food processor, mix olives, tomatoes, chili flakes, and parsley until well chopped and blended, about 30 seconds.
6. Spread olive paste on top of frittata in an even layer.
7. Roll frittata into a tight roll, cut into 2 pieces, and serve immediately.
Per 1 fat bomb
Calories: 153
Fat: 10g
Protein: 5g
Sodium: 478mg
Fiber: 2g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Sugar: 5g
Quattro Formaggi Rollups
Have you ever had quattro formaggi pizza? Can anyone resist this delicious blend of melted cheese? The kids will love it too.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
Makes 2 fat bombs
1 large egg
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan
1 tablespoon crumbled blue cheese
1 teaspoon butter
1 tablespoon mascarpone
1 ounce thinly sliced Brie
1. In a small bowl, whisk egg, Parmesan, and blue cheese until foamy.
2. Heat a small nonstick skillet over high heat and melt butter.
3. Pour in egg mixture, spreading evenly so it forms a thin, even layer.
4. Once the first side is cooked, about 1 minute, flip frittata with the aid of a plate or a lid.
5. Spread mascarpone on top of frittata, then place Brie slices in the middle and cover with a lid.
6. Cook until golden on bottom, about 2 more minutes.
7. Remove frittata to a plate.
8. Roll frittata into a tight roll, cut into 2 pieces, and serve immediately while hot.
Per 1 fat bomb
Calories: 152
Fat: 13g
Protein: 9g
Sodium: 253mg
Fiber: 0g
Carbohydrates: 1g
Sugar: 1g
Salami and Olive Rollups
This recipe features more flavors of Italy … who doesn’t love Italian food?
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Ingredients
Makes 3 fat bombs
12 large kalamata olives, pitted
3 ounces cream cheese
3 (1-ounce) slices Italian salami
1. In a small food processor, mix olives and cream cheese until they form a coarse dough, about 10 seconds.
2. Form cheese mixture into 3 balls with the aid of a spoon.
3. Place each ball on a slice of salami, then roll salami around it and secure with a toothpick.
4. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 3 days.
Per 1 fat bomb
Calories: 233
Fat: 20g
Protein: 8g
Sodium: 621mg
Fiber: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Sugar: 1g
Smoked Salmon and Avocado Rollups
Dairy-Free
Super-quick and easy dairy-free fat bombs, these rollups make a great party food or an easy appetizer.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Ingredients
Makes 3 fat bombs
3 ounces (1⁄2 medium) avocado pulp
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1⁄8 teaspoon sea salt
3 slices smoked salmon (lox), about 1 ounce each
Salmon and Omega-3s
A 4-ounce fillet of salmon contains about 15 grams of fat. Most of this fat comes in the form of omega-3 fatty acids, which promote brain health and heart health and help protect against cancer and autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.
1. In a small bowl, combine avocado, lemon juice, and salt; mash with a fork.
2. Spread 1⁄3 avocado mixture evenly on top of each salmon slice.
3. Roll slices into individual rolls and secure with a toothpick.
4. Serve immediately.
Per 1 fat bomb
Calories: 78
Fat: 5g
Protein: 6g
Sodium: 320mg
Fiber: 2g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Sugar: 0g