The keto diet is all about making life simpler. From finding quick meals on-the-go, to snack ideas that meet your macros requirements, there are many easy choices available for navigating keto.
Avoid snacks high in sugar as these will quickly raise your blood sugar and pull you out of ketosis. Opt for products made with low-carb ingredients.
Jerky
Jerky is one of the easiest keto snacks you can eat on-the-go, packed with protein and fat while low in carbs, making it a deliciously convenient keto snack that keeps you full until your next meal. There are many varieties available both at grocery stores and online that have been specifically tailored for the keto diet, while others naturally contain less carbohydrates and sugars; so to ensure you purchase keto-compliant products read their ingredients list and nutrition label carefully to confirm this information.
Grass-fed beef jerky is an excellent source of healthy fats and proteins, free from added sugars, making it an excellent addition to the keto diet. Furthermore, grass-fed beef contains higher concentrations of omega-3 fatty acids than grain-fed varieties which may help improve cardiovascular health and brain functionality.
Also an excellent snack choice are pork rinds, which are rich in fat but low in carbohydrates. Perfect as standalone treats or combined with other food to form more satisfying snacks. Roasting will bring out their full flavor!
Staying stocked up on keto snacks can be invaluable when on the move, particularly if hunger strikes suddenly. Being portable makes a snack like jerky easy to transport; plus, its protein-packed goodness won’t spoil without refrigeration.
Deli Meats
Protein-rich and low carb deli meats are an ideal way to satisfy hunger between meals on keto. Look for lunch meats with natural ingredients and few preservatives, like ham or roast beef, when selecting lunch meats to use as snacks on keto. Use them in wraps or salads for low carb options!
Hard-boiled eggs are an easy, protein-rich keto snack to add into any salad or simply as an individual snack. Incorporating cheese and nuts can enhance their nutritional profile further.
Guacamole is another protein-packed snack option to consider for satisfying snacking on. Avocados contain healthy fats while providing fiber. Simply mix mashed avocado with diced hard-boiled eggs, chopped red onion and salt and pepper for an enjoyable, filling and nutritious treat!
Nuts make an excellent low-carb keto snack that you can enjoy in large quantities as long as they aren’t roasted with any oil. Roasted almonds that are low in carbs can usually be found at most grocery stores; when purchasing, ensure there are no added oils or sugars; other good choices include pistachios, brazil nuts, and macadamia nuts.
Finding healthy keto snacks to complement a keto diet and maintain ketosis is key to reaching weight loss more rapidly. An assortment of salty or sweet keto snacks is ideal, and should be easy to prepare using ingredients already available in your kitchen.
Celery
Celery is an extremely nutritous and low-cal veggie that adds bulk and healthy fats to your diet, and contains the sleep-inducing amino acid tryptophan for better restful nights of restful slumber. Try snacking on celery sticks paired with peanut butter as a delicious and nutritious treat, or include celery as part of salads and keto recipes for maximum impact!
Make this basic snack more delicious with cheese added for extra texture, protein and fat content, calcium supplementation and other nutritional benefits. Serve alongside low-carb sauces like ketchup or salsa for an enjoyable savory experience!
Yogurt is an excellent low-carb option that also contains protein and fat. Plus, its probiotic content could potentially aid digestion! Yogurt can either be made at home with ease, or purchased in stores specifically geared toward this diet plan.
Eggs are an excellent source of both protein and fat, making them an easy snack choice on their own or mixed into other dishes. Hard-boiling or poaching them for lower fat intake options also exist.
Fermented vegetables like pickles are an ideal addition to a keto diet, thanks to their probiotic-rich content and reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes and cancer. You can purchase or make them yourself. Before tasting a pickle for the first time, always rinse thoroughly first as excess salt or preservatives could accumulate quickly in its brine. If unsure if fermented veggies are safe for you to eat consult with a registered dietitian.
Nut Butters
Nut butters can be an invaluable addition to the keto diet, providing vital healthy fats as well as protein and other essential nutrients. To optimize these fats and get maximum ketogenic benefit from them, opt for raw (preferably soaked and gently dried) rather than roasted nut butters which contain more of these healthy oils that promote ketones production.
Nuts and nut butters come in many varieties, with walnuts being especially well suited to the keto diet due to their abundance of omega-3 fatty acids that have been shown to benefit cardiovascular health and lower carb content compared with other nuts.
Almonds, pistachios and hazelnuts are tasty additions to the keto diet, providing vitamin E as well as monounsaturated fat that benefits heart health while contributing to feelings of fullness.
To maximize the health benefits of healthy fats, select organic and GMO-free nut butters with few ingredients – these will keep you in ketosis. If possible, go for those without added sugars or hydrogenated oils which could pull you out of ketosis altogether. To be on the safe side, select products without artificial sweeteners or hydrogenated oils; they’re likely to take you out.
Sliced deli meats make an easy and satisfying keto diet snack option. Look for ones made with natural ingredients and low levels of preservatives, adding your favorite nut butter is sure to complete the experience if you can eat nuts; otherwise sunflower seed or pumpkin seed butter offer similar creamy textures as a healthy alternative with good sources of zinc and magnesium content!
Pickles
Pickles have long been debated as keto-friendly food options, with some believing they contain hidden lectins and added sugars that could dislodge you from ketosis, while others see them as an invaluable source of electrolytes and probiotics to promote digestion and gut health.
Pickles can make for an easy and tasty crunchy snack while adhering to a keto diet, provided they do not contain added sugars or artificial sweeteners. When possible, try to choose sour or dill pickles over sweet varieties to limit carb intake while controlling portion sizes as these items contain high levels of sodium that could potentially be detrimental.
Pickles make for a tasty and flavorful addition to many keto-friendly dishes, from cheese and meat sandwiches to salads, as a crunchy salad topping or filling for lettuce wraps! You can either snack on pickles on their own or add them into other keto foods for an added burst of flavor. Try including them as part of a cheese and meat sandwich for a satisfying lunch option or use chopped dill pickles as salad topping.
Another great aspect of pickles is their simplicity to make at home. All it takes are cucumbers, a glass jar and either hot water or salt to create delicious homemade pickles that are low in carbs and sugar-free – you can even snack directly out of the jar as an energy booster or to reduce stress! Pickles provide the perfect way to boost energy and battle fatigue – as well as provide stress relief!