Shred Happens: So Easy, So Good

Shred Happens: So Easy, So Good

100+ Protein-Packed Mediterranean Favorites with a Low-Carb Twist; A Cookbook

About the Book

The creator of Shred Happens shares 100+ low-carb, high-protein recipes―all flavored with Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flair―that 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 Times bestselling author of Big 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 split Warm Roasted Eggplant with Tahini and Walnuts.
Spreads & Dips: Make dips a lifestyle with Grilled Eggplant Dip (Baba Ghanoush) and Garlic Feta Dip.
Salads: Hearty faves like Spicy Tuna Salad and Mediterranean Chicken Salad won’t leave you hungry.
Mains: You’ll crave the main event with Lamb Koftas with Cucumber Dill Yogurt Sauce, Ricotta-Stuffed Eggplant Rolls, and Spicy Walnut Jumbo Scallops.
Pasta & Rice: Pasta Carbonara and “Marry Me” Chicken Pasta will soothe your soul.
Power Bowls: Arash’s viral Salmon Power Bowl and Korean Beef Bowl will crush your macros and your hunger.
Sauces & Salsas: Chili Lime Everything Sauce, Zhoug, Chermoula, and Spicy Yum Yum Sauce are absolute game-changers that elevate the most basic plate of protein and veggies into a whole new dimension.
Desserts: Satisfy your sweet tooth without the carbs with Lemon Ricotta Crepes and Baklava 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.
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Praise for Shred Happens: So Easy, So Good

“Arash Hashemi and his food are delightful. With his friendly and hospitable smile, he is proof that you really can have it all as he teaches you to make comforting, exciting, nourishing meals. It may be a cliché, but we do eat with our eyes first. The beautifully vibrant photographs in this book tell you one thing: This is some seriously body-loving food.”—Kat Ashmore, New York Times bestselling author of Big Bites

So Easy, So Good is intentionally crafted with recipes that are not only delicious but approachable and nourishing. Hashemi shares his personal journey to show how a healthy relationship with food can deepen your connection with yourself and others while honoring your body with fresh, flavorful recipes that you are excited to make again and again.”—Carissa Stanton, New York Times bestselling author of Seriously, So Good
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About the Author

Arash Hashemi
Arash Hashemi is the creator behind Shred Happens and the co-founder of Kaizen Food Company. More by Arash Hashemi
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