
Keto and low-carb recipes are becoming increasingly popular as people look for healthier alternatives to their favorite dishes.
Whether you’re following a ketogenic diet or just trying to cut down on carbs, these easy recipes will help you make delicious meals without sacrificing taste.
Here are a few easy keto and low carb recipes:
Keto Chicken Parmesan: This delicious dish is made with almond flour and coconut flour instead of the traditional breadcrumbs. Serve it over a bed of zoodles or with a side of steamed vegetables for a healthy and satisfying meal.
How to make Keto Chicken Parmesan:
Ingredients:
-4 Skinless Chicken breasts
-1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
-1/4 cup almond flour
-1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
-1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
-Salt and pepper to taste
-1/4 cup olive oil
-1/2 cup low-sugar marinara sauce
-1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a shallow bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, almond flour, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in the mixture and coat evenly.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
- Place chicken breasts on a baking sheet and top each with marinara sauce.
- Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and bake for 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot. Enjoy!
Keto Pizza: Pizza is a classic comfort food, but it doesn’t have to be high in carbs. This keto-friendly version uses almond flour for the crust and is topped with your favorite vegetables and cheese for a nutritious and delicious dinner.
How to make Keto Pizza
Ingredients:
Crust:
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup almond flour
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 egg
Toppings:
1/4 cup marinara sauce
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup sliced pepperoni
1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup sliced olives
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- In a medium bowl, combine mozzarella cheese, almond flour, garlic powder, and egg. Mix until a dough forms.
- Place the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and pat into a circle or square shape.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and top with marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, mushrooms, and olives.
- Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Slice and enjoy!
Low-Carb Lasagna: Lasagna is a classic Italian dish, but it’s usually loaded with carbs. This low-carb version uses zucchini slices instead of noodles, making it a healthier option.
how to make Low-Carb Lasagna
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cups chopped cooked chicken
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 pound sliced mozzarella cheese
- 1 package low-carb lasagna noodles, cooked according to package directions
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add the tomato paste and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute, then add the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add the cooked chicken and stir to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, ricotta cheese, and mozzarella cheese.
- Spread half of the tomato sauce in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer half of the lasagna noodles over the sauce. Top with half of the cheese mixture.
- Add the remaining tomato sauce, noodles, and cheese mixture.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley, if desired. Enjoy!
Keto Salmon and Asparagus: This simple and tasty dish is made with salmon and asparagus, two of the healthiest veggies around. The salmon is cooked in a garlic and lemon sauce, giving it an extra kick of flavor.
how to make Keto Salmon and Asparagus
Ingredients:
-2 salmon fillets (4-6 oz each)
-1 bunch asparagus
-2 tablespoons olive oil
-½ teaspoon garlic powder
-Salt and pepper to taste
-1 lemon, cut into wedges
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle salmon with olive oil and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange asparagus around the salmon and drizzle with remaining olive oil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and the asparagus is tender.
- Serve with lemon wedges. Enjoy!
Low-Carb Cauliflower Fried Rice: Fried rice is a favorite dish of many, but it’s usually full of carbs. This low-carb version uses cauliflower instead of rice, making it a much healthier option.
how to make Low-Carb Cauliflower Fried Rice
Ingredients:
-1 head cauliflower, cut into small florets
-2 tablespoons olive oil
-2 cloves garlic, minced
-1/2 onion, diced
-1/2 cup frozen peas
-2 tablespoons soy sauce
-1 teaspoon sesame oil
-1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
-1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
-2 eggs, lightly beaten
-2 green onions, thinly sliced
-Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Place the cauliflower florets in a food processor and pulse until the cauliflower resembles grains of rice.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add the frozen peas and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add the cauliflower rice, soy sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes. Mix well and cook until the cauliflower is tender, about 5 minutes.
- Push the mixture to one side of the skillet and add the beaten eggs to the other side. Scramble the eggs and mix with the cauliflower mixture.
- Add the green onions and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Keto Egg Bake: This egg bake is perfect for a weekend brunch. It’s made with eggs, bacon, cheese, and mushrooms and is topped with a creamy sauce for extra flavor.
how to make Keto Egg Bake
Ingredients:
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup diced bell peppers
- ½ cup diced onion
- ¼ cup diced ham
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Grease an 8-inch baking dish.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the bell peppers, onions, and ham, and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Season with garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Spread the mixture in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Crack the eggs over the top of the vegetables.
- Sprinkle with cheese if desired.
- Bake for 25 minutes until the eggs are set.
- Enjoy!
These easy keto and low-carb recipes are a great way to enjoy your favorite dishes without sacrificing taste. Give them a try and let us know what you think!
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