Keto recipe categories
1. Avocado: Avocado egg boats[edit | edit source]
Ingredients:[edit | edit source]
Instructions:[edit | edit source]
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Scoop out some of the avocado flesh to create a larger hole.
- Place the avocado halves on a baking tray. Crack an egg into each hole.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the eggs are cooked to your liking.
- Garnish with chives and serve.
Nutritional Information (per serving):[edit | edit source]
- Calories: 230
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Protein: 7g
2. Berries: Mixed Berry Smoothie[edit | edit source]
Ingredients:[edit | edit source]
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- Ice cubes
Instructions:[edit | edit source]
- Combine all ingredients in a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information (per serving):[edit | edit source]
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 6g
3. Beverages: Keto Bulletproof Coffee[edit | edit source]
Ingredients:[edit | edit source]
- 1 cup brewed coffee
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp MCT oil or coconut oil
Instructions:[edit | edit source]
- Brew a cup of your favorite coffee.
- Combine the coffee, butter, and MCT oil in a blender.
- Blend until frothy.
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information (per serving):[edit | edit source]
- Calories: 230
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Protein: 0g
4. Cauliflower: Cauliflower Fried Rice[edit | edit source]
Ingredients:[edit | edit source]
- 1 head cauliflower, riced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:[edit | edit source]
- Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the eggs and scramble. Once cooked, remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining oil. Add onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add the riced cauliflower and frozen peas and carrots. Cook for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the soy sauce and scrambled eggs. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
Nutritional Information (per serving):[edit | edit source]
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 8g
5. Cheese: Keto Cheese Crisps[edit | edit source]
Ingredients:[edit | edit source]
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions:[edit | edit source]
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place small heaps of cheese on the baking sheet, spaced apart.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes or until golden and crisp.
- Let cool before serving.
Nutritional Information (per serving):[edit | edit source]
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Protein: 7g
6. Chicken: Keto Chicken Alfredo[edit | edit source]
Ingredients:[edit | edit source]
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp minced garlic
Instructions:[edit | edit source]
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for a minute. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce thickens.
- Slice the chicken and serve with the Alfredo sauce.
Nutritional Information (per serving):[edit | edit source]
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 30g
7. Crab: Keto Crab Cakes[edit | edit source]
Ingredients:[edit | edit source]
- 1 lb crab meat, drained
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions:[edit | edit source]
- In a bowl, mix crab meat, almond flour, egg, mayonnaise, mustard, and Old Bay seasoning.
- Form into small patties.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the crab cakes until golden on both sides.
- Serve with a keto-friendly sauce.
Nutritional Information (per serving):[edit | edit source]
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 20g
8. Lobster: Keto Lobster Tails with Garlic Butter[edit | edit source]
Ingredients:[edit | edit source]
- 2 lobster tails
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions:[edit | edit source]
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the lobster tails lengthwise. Place on a baking tray.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter and add garlic. Cook for a minute.
- Pour the garlic butter over the lobster tails. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the lobster is cooked through.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.
Nutritional Information (per serving):[edit | edit source]
- Calories: 290
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Protein: 22g
9. Meat: Keto Beef Stroganoff[edit | edit source]
Ingredients:[edit | edit source]
- 1 lb beef, sliced into strips
- 1 onion, diced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions:[edit | edit source]
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add beef and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add onion and mushrooms. Cook until soft.
- Add beef broth and bring to a simmer. Return the beef to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in sour cream and heat through. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve over cauliflower rice or zoodles.
Nutritional Information (per serving):[edit | edit source]
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 25g
10. Nuts: Keto Nut Granola[edit | edit source]
Ingredients:[edit | edit source]
- 1 cup almonds, chopped
- 1 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/4 cup erythritol or another keto-friendly sweetener
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions:[edit | edit source]
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix well.
- Spread the mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden, stirring halfway through.
- Let cool before serving.
Nutritional Information (per serving):[edit | edit source]
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 5g (Net Carbs: 2g)
- Protein: 6g
11. Pork: Keto Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Sauce[edit | edit source]
Ingredients:[edit | edit source]
- 4 pork chops
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp thyme
Instructions:[edit | edit source]
- Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and cook until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add mushrooms and cook until soft.
- Stir in heavy cream, mustard, and thyme. Bring to a simmer.
- Return pork chops to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes and serve.
Nutritional Information (per serving):[edit | edit source]
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 30g
12. Poultry: Keto Turkey Meatballs[edit | edit source]
Ingredients:[edit | edit source]
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- In a bowl, combine ground turkey, almond flour, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Form into small meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Serve with a keto-friendly sauce or over zoodles.
Nutritional Information (per serving):[edit | edit source]
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 17g
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