NEW YORK TIMESBESTSELLER – The creator of Shred Happens shares 100+ low-carb, high-protein recipesall flavored with Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flairthat he developed to lose 100 pounds.

“The beautifully vibrant photographs in this book tell you one thing: This is some seriously body-loving food.”–Kat Ashmore,New York Timesbestselling author ofBig Bites

Arash Hashemi is a regular, food-loving guy who lost 100 pounds by changing the way he eats. He taught himself how to cook to get maximum flavor in minimum time while meeting his macros. His secret? Drawing inspiration from his Persian roots, Mediterranean favorites, and other world cuisines to create crave-worthy spice combinations and sauces for his filling meals. When he started sharing his healthy, easy recipes on social media, they took off, as did his viral low-carb, high-protein Kaizen Pasta. Now, in his debut cookbook, he shares his formula for success: mouthwatering meals built on protein, veggies, and satisfying lower-carb alternatives, dressed up with amazing flavors and sauces.

You’ll find:
–Shareable Plates:Invite your friends to splitWarm Roasted Eggplant with Tahini and Walnuts.
–Spreads & Dips:Make dips a lifestyle withGrilled Eggplant Dip (Baba Ghanoush)andGarlic Feta Dip.
–Salads:Hearty faves likeSpicy Tuna SaladandMediterranean Chicken Saladwon’t leave you hungry.
–Mains:You’ll crave the main event withLamb Koftas with Cucumber Dill Yogurt Sauce, Ricotta-Stuffed Eggplant Rolls,andSpicy Walnut Jumbo Scallops.
–Pasta & Rice: Pasta Carbonaraand“Marry Me” Chicken Pastawill soothe your soul.
–Power Bowls:Arash’s viralSalmon Power BowlandKorean Beef Bowlwill crush your macrosandyour hunger.
–Sauces & Salsas: Chili Lime Everything Sauce, Zhoug, Chermoula,andSpicy Yum Yum Sauceare absolute game-changers that elevate the most basic plate of protein and veggies into a whole new dimension.
–Desserts:Satisfy your sweet toothwithoutthe carbs withLemon Ricotta CrepesandBaklava Pancakes.

With a philosophy geared toward approachable meals that anyone can make in 30 minutes or less and stunning photography, these recipes deliver soul-satisfying goodness that sets you up for success.