A nourishing, flavor-packed dinner that’s gluten-free, low-carb, and anti-inflammatory.

Why This Recipe Works

If you’ve ever thought healthy eating meant bland or boring—this dish will change your mind. It’s bursting with citrus, herbs, and whole-food goodness. Not only is it naturally free from gluten, grains, and dairy, but it’s also packed with antioxidants and gut-supportive ingredients.

Perfect for anyone following an anti-inflammatory, low-carb, gut-healing or metabolic nutrition plan.

🌿 Why Herbs Are a Nutrient Powerhouse

Herbs are flavor freebies—they add incredible taste without extra calories, sugar, or fat. Just one cup of fresh herbs has only about 10 calories, but delivers powerful antioxidants and natural antibacterial compounds found in their vibrant pigments and essential oils.

• Tip: Fresh herbs like basil last ~3 days in the fridge, while hardier varieties like parsley and cilantro can last up to a week when stored properly.

Be sure to multiply the recipe for as many people as you are serving.

🍋 Zesty Herb-Crusted Lemon Chicken

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 20–25 mins

🛒 Ingredients (Use organic ingredients whenever possible)

• 1 garlic clove, halved
• ¼ tsp Real Salt or Pink Himalayan salt
• ⅛ tsp black pepper
• Pinch of red chili flakes (optional)
• ½ cup fresh cilantro
• ½ cup fresh basil
• ½ cup fresh parsley
• 2 Tbsp water
• ½ Tbsp fresh lemon juice
• ½ Tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 (5 oz) raw chicken thigh (or sub chicken breast or tenders)

👩‍🍳 How to Make It

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 7×11 baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Place chicken in the baking dish.
3. In a food processor, pulse garlic, salt, pepper, and chili flakes until finely chopped.
4. Add fresh herbs, water, lemon juice, and vinegar. Pulse until you get a finely chopped green herb mixture.
5. Spread the herb mixture evenly over the chicken.
6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and juices run clear.

🍚 Seasoned Cauliflower Lime Rice

A light, veggie-rich base that soaks up the herby chicken juices beautifully.

🛒 Ingredients

• 4 oz riced cauliflower (fresh or frozen)
• ¼–½ cup vegetable broth
• ½ cup chopped scallions
• Juice of ½ lime
• Sea salt + black pepper to taste

🌟 Optional Add-ins:

• A pinch of garlic powder
• Fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro

👩‍🍳 How to Make It

1. Add all ingredients to a skillet over medium heat.
2. Stir in scallions, lime juice, salt, and pepper.Sauté for 4–5 minutes, until warmed through and flavorful.
3. Adjust seasonings to taste.

Quick Tip:
💡 Frozen organic riced cauliflower makes this meal quick and low-fuss.

Want to make it fresh? Here’s how:

🥦 How to Make Cauliflower Rice (From Fresh Cauliflower)

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 head of cauliflower

👩‍🍳 How to Make It

1. Remove leaves and core: Cut away the leaves and the tough core from the cauliflower.
2. Chop into florets: Break the cauliflower into medium-sized florets.
3. Pulse in food processor: Add the florets to a food processor in small batches. Pulse until the cauliflower resembles rice or couscous. Tip: Don’t over-process or it will become mushy.
4. No food processor? Use a box grater with medium-sized holes to grate the cauliflower by hand.
5. Optional: Squeeze out moisture – If your cauliflower seems wet, place it in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and gently squeeze out excess moisture.
6. Store or cook: Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it raw for up to 1 month.

🧪 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Zesty Herb-Crusted Lemon Chicken + Cauliflower Rice (approximate)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	290 kcal
Protein	28g
Carbohydrates	7g
Fiber	3g
Net Carbs	4g
Total Fat	15g
Saturated Fat	3g
Sodium	600mg
Sugar	2g

Note: Nutrition facts are estimates and will vary based on exact ingredients and portion sizes.