Happy Independence Day

Between the potato salad, the hamburger buns, and the strawberry shortcake, you might think July 4th needs to be a carb fest, but there are lots of great traditional choices that are low carb, and others that can easily be made so. Here are some ideas to have a wonderful celebration without sending your blood sugar through the roof. Those who don’t live in the United States can still celebrate “Carb Independence”.

Photo © Christopher Potter

A sampling from the article:

• Tips for Great Hamburgers
  
  
• Sugar-Free BBQ Sauce
  
  
• Low-Carb Cole Slaw
  
  
• Cauliflower "Potato" Salad
  
  
• Low-Carb Strawberry Shortcake
  
  
• Beer on a Low-Carb Diet