When it comes to the keto diet, many people focus on the foods they have to give up. But what if we told you that keto is not a restrictive diet, but rather an opportunity to explore a whole new world of flavors and culinary creativity? This article provides a collection of quick and easy keto recipes that can be prepared in 30 minutes or less, perfect for busy individuals who want to stick to their ketogenic lifestyle without spending hours in the kitchen.
Keto Breakfast Recipes
Breakfast doesn't have to take a lot out of your day. These easy recipes can be batch-cooked and portioned out for the week.
Keto Sous Vide Egg Bites
Savor the richness of keto sous vide egg bites, a portable feast of fluffy eggs, smoky bacon, and tangy cheese. This recipe is packed with protein to help you meet your keto macros and the pre-portioned size makes them the perfect on-the-go meal for your keto breakfast.
Keto Cereal
Welcome back the joy of breakfast with this keto cereal recipe.
Creamy Keto Oatmeal
If you prefer a creamier option for breakfast, this creamy keto oatmeal provides a scrumptious and versatile solution. Loaded with the nutritional value of chia seeds, coconut flakes, hemp hearts, and flaxseed, this dish can be prepared either hot or cold. Preparing low-carb and gluten-free oatmeal is simple, swap out the starchy oats for keto-friendly nuts and seeds!
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Keto Matcha Smoothie
This keto matcha smoothie is the perfect companion for busy mornings or a much-needed mid afternoon pick-me-up. Filled with ceremonial grade matcha green tea, ripe avocado, baby spinach, and hemp hearts, this smoothie doesn’t just satiate your hunger but nourishes you from within.
Keto Pancakes
Made from almond butter, eggs, flax meal, and monk fruit, these are quick, tasty, and adaptable. Feel free to substitute with your preferred nut butter, convert into waffles, or freeze for later. These pancakes are low-carb, high in fiber, and protein-packed due to their ingredients which includes almond flour, coconut flour, eggs, cream cheese, and blueberries. Enjoy them as is, or try with variations like flourless or with coconut flour. Top with monk fruit syrup, coconut butter, ghee, or whipped cream for a delightful breakfast treat. Store them in a sealed bag or container in the fridge for 4-5 days, or freeze for up to 30 days. Pancakes are a delicious breakfast staple and one of the best items to meal prep ahead of time. This is no different for pancakes that fit into your keto diet.
Instant Pot Hard-Boiled Eggs
Eggs are the ideal keto breakfast due to their protein content that keeps you satiated for longer. Using an Instant Pot to hard-boil eggs simplifies the process. Just place eggs and water in the pot, cook on high pressure for 5 minutes, then cool in an ice bath.
Keto Chaffle Sandwich
Try this chaffle sandwich, a low-carb delight with eggs, cheese, and crispy bacon, between two fresh, cheese waffles. Adding avocado lends extra fiber and heart-healthy unsaturated fats, boosting your satiety and nutrition. This recipe is composed of two amazing recipes: these beyond-fluffy keto cloud bread, and of course our famous and delicious keto egg bites (say goodbye to store-bought egg bites after you've tasted these!).
Keto Sausage Balls
Keto sausage balls are a satisfying, protein-rich breakfast option perfect to break up the monotony of routine meals. They are simple, gluten-free and made with sausage, eggs, low-carb flour, and cheddar cheese. This is another simple but highly delicious meal prep recipe that takes no time to make and can be stored in the fridge as a quick grab-and-go breakfast option.
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Low-Carb Crustless Keto Quiche
This low-carb, crustless keto quiche, featuring eggs, vegetables, and a medley of cheeses including digestion-friendly goat cheese, offers a rich, creamy taste.
Keto Waffles
Combining almond and coconut flours, eggs, butter, and your choice of milk, our keto waffle recipe offers a low-carb, yet indulgent breakfast option without compromising on the classic maple flavor.
Bulletproof Coffee
Any list of keto breakfast recipes would be incomplete without the mention of Bulletproof Coffee, a beloved staple in the community. This energy booster combines coffee, unsalted butter, and MCT oil, providing a creamy, satiating drink that not only energizes but also assists in maintaining ketosis.
Chocolate Almond Smoothie Bowl
Satisfy your sweet tooth with a chocolate almond smoothie bowl, a keto-friendly treat packed with nutrients.
Lemon Poppy Seed Crunch Muffins
Indulge in the delightful tanginess of lemon poppy seed crunch muffins.
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Chia Seed Pudding
Learn how to prepare a simple chia seed pudding recipe and customize it to your taste! If you are looking for a quick and easy meal prep recipe for your breakfast that is both keto and easy to prepare, you're in luck, because this recipe was made exactly for you.
Keto Lunch Recipes
Below are some of our favorite keto lunch recipes.
Cheesy Keto Chicken Fritters
These cheesy keto chicken fritters are a delightful option for lunch or dinner. Made with ground chicken, almond flour, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese, they are low carb and packed with flavor.
Crispy Tofu
This recipe will change the way you think about tofu. With proper pressing and arrowroot starch coating, you’ll achieve the typical crispy texture you get from meats like chicken. Toss it in a savory sauce and serve with your favorite veggies.
Keto Cauliflower Pizza
Give nostalgic flavors of pizza with keto twist with this recipe. Cauliflower pizza replaces the high-carb crust with a blend of almond flour and coconut flour which are much lower in carbs than ordinary flour. Our favorite use of cauliflower as a culinary master of disguise is in pizza crust. It might sound crazy, but it can be a delicious and healthy alternative to the classic. Try this easy, gluten-free pizza recipe once, and you’ll see why we’re cauliflower obsessed.
Shrimp Stir Fry
This shrimp stir fry is a nutritious and flavorful dish. Packed with protein-rich shrimp and a variety of vegetables, it’s a low-carb option that doesn’t skimp on taste.
Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings
These Baked lemon pepper chicken wings taste just like the ones you’d find at a restaurant. With the perfect combination of tangy lemon and zesty pepper, they’re incredibly flavorful. Using avocado oil ensures a high smoke point for crispy wings in addition to being lower in omega-6 fatty acids.
Spicy Keto Deviled Eggs
Spicy keto deviled eggs take regular eggs to a whole new level. They are savory, creamy, and packed with flavor, with an added kick of spice.
Cauliflower Fritters
By replacing starchy potatoes and all-purpose flour with cauliflower and almond flour, these fritters manage to be keto-friendly. They are crispy, comforting, and cheesy, making them a perfect appetizer or side dish.
Quick Keto Egg Roll in a Bowl
This quick keto egg roll in a bowl recipe is ready in just 15 minutes and contains only 3 net carbs per serving.
Keto Creamed Spinach
Meeting fiber needs can be challenging on a keto diet, but this keto creamed spinach recipe makes it easy without being boring. Packed with nutrients, it’s a versatile side dish that can be enjoyed as a dip or served with protein.
Spicy Ginger Salmon Buddha Bowl
If you don’t know what a Buddha bowl is, it is simply a large bowl filled with a variety of nourishing ingredients, making it a wholesome and vibrant meal. This spicy ginger salmon Buddha bowl is a keto-friendly version that includes salmon filets, low glycemic vegetables, and a ginger marinade.
Low-Carb Casserole
Preparing fresh lunches can be challenging for many people, but this Low-Carb Casserole Recipe solves that issue.
Keto Taco Cups
Enjoy Taco Tuesdays without compromising your keto lifestyle with these flavorful and low-carb taco cups.
Blackened Chicken
Next time, you are craving a barbeque inspired meal, try this blackened chicken recipe. Skip the store-bought seasoning mixes and opt for a homemade blend of herbs and spices that are perfect for a healthy and delicious dinner.
Keto Cobb Salad
Elevate your classic Cobb salad with a twist by adding a delicious keto peach balsamic dressing.
Spaghetti Squash
Spaghetti squash is a versatile and low-carb pasta alternative.
Cheesy Bacon Ranch Chicken
Bacon and ranch is an absolute match made in heaven. If you’re as obsessed with this flavor combination as we are, then this chicken dinner should be your new weeknight staple.
Philly Cheesesteak Lettuce Wraps
Lemon Parmesan Kale Salad
Enjoy a tangy and hearty lemon parmesan kale salad topped with omega-3-packed salmon! This simple recipe is a must-make for your weekly keto meal prep, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Guacatillo Chicken Salad Wraps
Guacatillo is a bright creamy sauce that coats proteins incredibly well. These salad wraps are incredibly tasty and simple to make. Use this recipe as a base for a solid keto chicken salad, adding any extra toppings as desired!
Keto Ceviche
This is another recipe that is simple to make, and that takes its inspiration out of coastal Peruvian and Mexican ceviche dishes.
Keto Dinner Recipes
For hearty nutritious dinners, try one of these recipes.
Instant Pot Keto Beef Sancocho
This Instant Pot Keto beef Sancocho recipe is a flavorful twist on the traditional Latin American dish.
Steak with Mushroom Gravy
Elevate your steak dinner with this indulgent but simple keto recipe. The tender steak is smothered in a savory mushroom gravy that adds depth and richness to every bite.
Keto Meatballs
These keto meatballs are a flavorful and gluten-free twist on the classic Italian dish.
30-Minute Keto Parmesan Chicken
Whenever you feel like something cheesy, try this 30-Minute keto parmesan chicken recipe that is sure to please the whole family. This easy keto meal is meant for a group but you can make it for one and refrigerate the rest. To store leftovers, let it cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container and refrigerating for up to 4 days.
Baked Asian Salmon in Foil
This quick and easy recipe for Baked Asian Salmon in Foil is tender, flaky, and loaded with bold Asian flavors. It has a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy, all wrapped into one delicious bite.
Baked Salmon with Creamy Dill Sauce
Baked salmon smothered in a fresh creamy dill sauce that is super easy to make and full of flavor!
Salmon
Salmon is not only a delicious fish but also a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for brain health, heart health, and reducing inflammation in the body. I often make this very moist and flavorful oven-baked salmon for company because I can have it ready in less than half an hour. This baked salmon with lemon is well complemented by rice or a green vegetable and a tossed salad. I love being able to fix a fancy gourmet dish in such a short amount of time and still have it turn out so delicious.
Keto Beef Stew
Warm up with this hearty keto beef stew, packed with flavorful ingredients and easy to make in your Instant Pot or slow cooker. PSA: Making beef stew keto-friendly only means a couple simple swaps. It's still silky and every bit as comforting as the original. In this keto recipe, we make up for the lack of thickener by ensuring that we really reduce the stew to create something rich and stick-to-your-ribs good. Preparing a hearty and delicious keto beef stew is as simple as making a few minor swaps. This one-pot recipe is perfect for your slow cooker or instant pot.
Keto Butter Chicken
Recreate everyone’s favorite Indian dish, butter chicken, in a keto-friendly version.
Keto Stuffed Peppers
Keto stuffed peppers are a healthy and flavorful option for a low-carb meal.
Keto Chicken Tenders
By using almond flour instead of traditional flour, these keto-friendly chicken tenders are low in carbs and packed with flavor.
Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus
Bacon-wrapped asparagus offers a delicious solution for those who struggle to enjoy veggies.
Chicken and Veggie Shish Kabobs
These chicken and veggie shish kabobs offer a delightful twist on traditional grilling recipes, with a nod to the Mediterranean diet. They are packed with flavorful ingredients like chicken, bell peppers, and onions which makes them the perfect combination of savory, spicy, and sweet.
Cauliflower Casserole
This cauliflower casserole is not only a delicious and filling keto dish, but it also offers numerous health benefits.