How We Label Our Recipes

How We Label Our Recipes

Nutrients

Low-Carb: Includes dishes naturally low in carbohydrates or recipes modified to reduce carbs compared to traditional versions (e.g., vegetable-based substitutes). Carbohydrate counts vary by recipe; always check the specific nutrition panel to ensure it meets your individual dietary plan.

Plant-Based / Vegan: Prepared without meat, poultry, seafood, dairy, eggs, or other animal-derived ingredients.*

Vegetarian: Prepared without meat, poultry, or seafood. May contain dairy products and/or eggs.*

High Protein: Contains at least 10 grams of protein per serving.

High Fiber: Contains at least 4 grams of dietary fiber per serving.

Sodium-Conscious: Formulated or selected to contain less sodium than standard preparations of similar dishes. Actual sodium content varies by recipe—always review the nutrition facts label if you are on a sodium-restricted diet.

Gluten-Free: Formulated without ingredients containing wheat, barley, rye, or gluten-containing derivatives. **

Dairy-Free: Formulated without milk or dairy-derived ingredients.***

Ingredients & Food Groups

Vegetables: Features or offers options to include at least ½ cup of vegetables per serving.

Whole Grains: Features or offers options to substitute whole grains in place of refined grains.

Legumes: Features beans, lentils, or split peas as key ingredients.

Lifestyle & Preparation

Holidays: Seasonal or celebratory dishes.

Easy: Quick preparation, minimal ingredients, or simple cooking methods.

Family Friendly: Palatable, accessible recipes suited for mixed-age households.

* Plant-Based / Vegetarian: Cross-contamination during ingredient manufacturing or home prep is possible. Check individual package labels.

** Gluten-Free: Applies only when using certified gluten-free packaged products and ensuring no cross-contamination occurs during preparation or cooking.

*** Dairy-Free: Applies only when using verified dairy-free products and ensuring no cross-contamination occurs during preparation or cooking.

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The nutritional values, dietary tags, and filter labels provided across Lark recipes are generated for general informational purposes only and are calculated based on standard ingredient database values.

Individual Health Needs: These tags do not constitute medical or personalized nutritional advice. If you have specific medical conditions, food allergies, or strict dietary restrictions (such as sodium, carbohydrate, or potassium limits), always review the specific ingredients and nutritional facts for each recipe, consult package labels, and check with your healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

Variations in Prep: Actual nutritional values may vary depending on specific brands, ingredient substitutions, portion sizes, optional ingredients, or preparation techniques used at home.

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