Low Carb Love: 100+ Authentic Mexican Favorites with a Low-Carb, High-Protein Twist

By Mayra Arias

In her debut cookbook, the creator of Low Carb Love shares the 100+ delicious recipes she used to lose 135 pounds--the first ever low-carb, high-protein Mexican cookbook

"This is the kind of cookbook that makes eating better feel easy and enjoyable. Mayra brings so much heart into these recipes, and you can feel her roots in every dish."--Arash Hashemi, New York Times bestselling author of Shred Happens: So Easy, So Good

In Low Carb Love, Mayra Arias, founder of the popular Low Carb Love brand, shares the vibrant recipes and practical strategies that transformed her health. After losing 135 pounds and keeping it off for more than a decade, she's built a loyal following who trust her approachable style. Her debut cookbook features over 100 recipes that blend authentic Mexican and Latin flavors with the benefits of a low-carb, high-protein diet. From satisfying weeknight dinners to guilt-free desserts, Mayra proves that healthy eating can be colorful, flavorful, and satisfying. You'll find:

- Appetizers and Sides: Crowd-pleasing bites like Chorizo Queso Fundido, Traditional Guacamole, and Crispy Chicken Taquitos.
- Breakfast: Start your day with indulgent-yet-healthy favorites like Cinnamon Horchata French Toast, Birria Eggs Benedict, and Chilaquiles made with low-carb chips.
- Lunch: Fresh, satisfying meals such as Shrimp Tacos Ensenada Style, Mexican Chicken Caesar Salad, and Jicama Tacos with Mango Slaw.
- Dinner: Comforting mains like Chicken Tinga Tostadas, Carne Asada with Chimichurri Sauce, and Chipotle Steak Burrito Bowls.
- Desserts: Guilt-free treats including Strawberry Tres Leches Cake, Churros with Caramel Dipping Sauce, and decadent Chocofl n.
- Drinks: Refresh with Caf de Olla, Agua de Jamaica, or a Frozen Mango Margarita with Taj n.

Alongside the recipes, she opens up about her journey, from a single mom in Orange County experimenting with keto to becoming a leader in the online health food space, sharing her food philosophy, meal plans, and tips for creating balanced plates in 30 minutes or less.

Low Carb Love is a must-have for anyone who wants to enjoy their Mexican favorites without sacrificing health goals.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0593980581
• ISBN13: 9780593980583
• Release Date: December 2026
• Publisher: Rodale Books
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.