An effective keto recipe should provide a mix of protein, fat and carbs to satisfy hunger while fuelling the body. Try this zucchini ravioli made with filling mixture and no pasta for an easy meal that meets all requirements for keto dieters.
Buffalo sauce and chicken make for a winning culinary combination, and this easy and quick dinner can be ready in under 30 minutes. Plus it features a side salad packed with nutritious ingredients!
Eggplant Lettuce Cups
When looking for something light and refreshing, this keto recipe fits the bill. Packed full of fresh vegetables and an irresistibly creamy dressing, this midweek meal makes an impressionful statement about wellness while remaining simple to prepare and taste great.
This simple yet delicious weeknight dish is ideal for busy weeknights. Packed with flavor and texture – from Little Gem lettuce crunchiness to the peanut crunchiness – this restaurant classic can easily fit into the keto diet or Trim Healthy Mama plan without breaking your budget!
This salad offers bold yet nourishing flavors thanks to eggplant, garlicky arugula, and tart goat cheese. Additionally, there’s red onion, carrots, bell peppers, as well as protein from chicken and feta – plus plenty of vegetables from red onion to carrots to bell peppers plus other greens such as monk fruit or stevia for extra sweetness without increasing your blood sugar levels! You can easily customize this dish to your own needs; add whatever vegetables are lying around or switch out arugula for another green. Add whatever vegetables are lying around or replace arugula with one that will reheat beautifully before sharing it with friends or family! Reheat beautifully for sharing or sharing among friends or family!
Turkey Breast Lettuce Wraps
If you like tacos but are searching for lighter, healthier options, consider these turkey lettuce wraps. Lean ground turkey pairs nicely with fresh aromatics like zesty red onion and aromatic cilantro for a quick meal that can be prepared ahead and heated quickly before lunch time! These low-carb meals can even be made ahead and frozen for quick lunches on-the-go!
Add ease and convenience to weeknight dinners with this straightforward sheet pan keto recipe, featuring succulent chicken, vibrant veggies and the timeless flavors of feta cheese in one tasty dish. Serve alongside a light salad for a delicious keto meal option.
Inspired by PF Chang’s Asian-style lettuce cups, this dish makes an easy and flavorful appetizer or side. Shredded carrots, mushrooms, water chestnuts, green onions and hoisin sauce all contribute texture and flavor while hoisin sauce adds its sweet sticky goodness for extra zing!
Fill up on flavor with this flavorful yet light meal made of iceberg, romaine or butter lettuce leaves by rolling this tasty keto recipe! Spread hummus onto one leaf then arrange cucumber and sun-dried tomato on top for an enjoyable low-carb dinner option – or serve this healthy keto recipe without it and add your favorite dip or mayo instead for something different! This healthy keto recipe works for any phase of ketogenic dieting as well as Paleo or Whole 30 eating plans; alternatively you could swap turkey out with salmon, shrimp or beef instead.
Cilantro Guacamole
This healthy guacamole recipe features fresh cilantro, jalapeno (optional), lime juice and ground cumin for earthy depth. A pinch of ground cumin adds another delicious dimension – an easy yet versatile dip or condiment you can spread on sandwiches or tortilla chips, use as a dip with tortilla chips or spoon some onto veggie tacos or breakfast burritos!
For optimal guacamole results, begin preparing all ingredients well in advance to help avoid quick browning of avocado. It is advisable to peel and pit the avocado before beginning preparations, to preserve its fresh and green appearance. When mashing, aim for creamy texture as well as some bite. Alternatively, make a larger batch that you can store in your refrigerator for later enjoyment!
Plastic wrap can help keep guacamole from turning brown, making this recipe perfect for making ahead and enjoying all week. When doing this, be sure to press out as many air bubbles as possible before sealing the container as otherwise it will start tasting watery and bland. Plus this keto, low glycemic, vegan recipe boasts protein from avocado as well as two kinds of cheese!
Coconut Shrimp Soup
This keto-friendly tom kha soup recipe brings all of the flavors of traditional chicken noodle soup into one delicious keto meal with shrimp and coconut milk added for extra texture and nutrition. Ready in less than 30 minutes, it makes an easy weeknight dinner that will both satisfy your appetite and provide essential nourishment to support optimal body functions.
Make this nutritious keto soup by sauteeing onion and garlic in hot oil until tender, adding ginger, lemongrass and curry paste before slowly pouring in broth along with coconut milk, gluten free tamari, fish sauce, sugar and dried basil. Bring to a simmer, and then cook for 10 minutes before stirring in sliced mushrooms and peeled and deveined shrimp before simmering an additional five minutes or until the shrimp have fully cooked through. Garnish this hearty keto soup with chopped cilantro, scallion greens and lime wedges for garnish!
Add an extra spicy kick with minced Thai chile pepper as a finishing touch, or customize this soup by incorporating additional vegetables or proteins. Rice should be added during the final five minutes of cooking; to maximize nutritional benefits add in spinach leaves, diced tofu cubes or chopped chicken breast pieces for additional nutrition value.
If you’re serving this soup to a crowd, simply multiply or triple the ingredients. Just be sure to hold off on adding shrimp and basil until just before it’s time to serve so they don’t overcook. Keep this soup cold in the refrigerator for up to several days before heating on medium-heat when ready to eat!
Mini Keto Pumpkin Breads
There’s nothing quite as delightful as a freshly baked pumpkin bread loaf in your oven, and this keto recipe adds a healthy spin by using low-carb ingredients that you will adore. Perfect for breakfast, dessert or as an afternoon snack!
Traditional pumpkin bread contains too many carbohydrates for those on a keto diet, but this version uses healthy flours and ingredients to keep it low-carb without losing its delicious taste or texture. Furthermore, natural sweeteners replace sugar to further make this treat healthier than its traditional counterpart.
Another benefit of this recipe is that it uses mini loaf pans, making them easy to share with family and friends. Plus, using smaller pans helps ensure a better rise than using only almond flour or only coconut flour alone would.
Don’t limit this recipe to its base form; feel free to customize the flavorings and toppings as desired. For instance, chocolate lovers could swap out white sugar with unsweetened cocoa powder to achieve an irresistibly fudgy texture; or add chopped toasted nuts or seeds for an earthier, heartier flavour by tossing in some melted butter so they toast up evenly for extra crunchiness!
Low-Calorie Sweet Tea
Sweet tea is an integral part of life in the South. With this sugar-free iced tea recipe, you can still enjoy a classic Southern drink without all of its extra calories and carbs.
To create this low-calorie sweet tea, bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan, remove from heat, add tea bags and allow them to steep for 5-6 minutes before stirring in baking soda and sweetener as desired. Pour the brewed tea into a heat-proof pitcher, and refrigerate before enjoying!
When ready to enjoy this sweet tea, serve it over ice and garnish it with lemon wedges or mint. For an added splash of flavor, stir in a bit of coconut milk – this will change both its caloric and carb counts, but will certainly enhance its taste!
This delicious low-cal sweet tea is an ideal summer refresher! Sweet enough to satisfy your cravings without throwing off your macros, enjoy this healthy keto recipe as a refreshing summer refresher as a snack, light breakfast or lunch – just store in the fridge and consume within two days or else the sugar may start spoiling! For additional recipes that contain high quality proteins and healthy fats for maximum flavor try these Keto Crock Pot Chicken Fajitas, Crock Pot Mexican Burgers or Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip; all contain high quality proteins and healthy fats along with plenty of deliciousness!