The ketogenic diet is incredibly popular as it allows you to eat all your favorite foods.
Eating keto swaps out high-carb, low-fat foods – the real culprit of weight gain, and replaces them with high-fat foods.
Cheese, bacon, meat and eggs are all on the menu, as well as many more delicious high-fat foods.
The ketogenic diet not only helps you lose weight quickly and easily, but it can also DRAMATICALLY improve your health.
But don’t dismiss it as just another fad – the ketogenic diet was developed in the 1920’s and continues to gain popularity.
Health Benefits of the Ketogenic Diet
The ‘keto’ diet was originally developed for the treatment of epilepsy, where it’s proven very effective.
And the results keep rolling on in…
Besides epilepsy, this astonishing diet also benefits diabetes, cancer and Alzheimer’s.
Best of all, the ketogenic diet is simple and straightforward.
It won’t involve a complicated diet plan or hours of fruitless labor in the kitchen.
What is the Ketogenic Diet?
In a nutshell, the ketogenic diet is high in healthy fats and low in carbohydrates.
And by drastically reducing carbohydrates, your body adapts and burns fat instead.
They not only burn fat, but they become incredibly efficient at burning fat!
Perhaps the most welcoming news of a diet high in fat, is that you’ll likely lose weight without experiencing hunger.
So, if you’ve been blinded by the agony of ineffective diet plans or feel that you can’t succeed without superhuman tenacity…you may want to consider the ketogenic diet.
Do you want to learn more? Then check out How to Start a Ketogenic Diet for Beginners: The Ultimate Guide
20 Ketogenic Diet Recipes for Losing Weight.
1. Cauliflower Crusted Grilled Cheese Sandwiches.
Cauliflower provides the low carb food swap in this genius creation.
And if you love cheese, the image alone is enough to get you drooling.
Trouble is, they taste every bit as good as they look.
So whilst the ketogenic diet is great for losing weight, this doesn’t mean you can eat as much as you want!
Get the delicious recipe here from Kirbie’s Cravings (and her husband Mr K!).
Photo: Kirbie’s Cravings.
2. Chocolate Fat Bombs.
Sweet follows savory with these mouth-watering chocolate fat bombs.
Brimming with healthy fats and the natural goodness of cacao powder
This recipe calls for just one tablespoon of chocolate, allowing for guilt-free bites.
Although not mentioned in the recipe, use grass-fed butter. It’s better for your heart and is anti-inflammatory!
By Jolene at Yummy Inspirations – bombs away!
Photo: Yummy Inspirations.
3. Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza.
The classic, stodgy pizza base gets a makeover with tortilla dough for a crispy, thin crust!
The ingenuity of this recipe highlights the versatility of the ketogenic diet.
Unlike so many other eating plans that call for deprivation, it seems almost no dish is off-limits on the keto plan!
By Martina at KetoDiet Blog. Recipe available here.
Photo: KetoDiet Blog
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4. Jalapeno Cheddar Burgers.
That’s right folks! Not only pizzas but even burgers are all game when you embrace the marvels of the ketogenic diet!
Bite into this meaty patty and your taste buds are rewarded with a heavenly melt of cheese, garlic and jalapeno!
Guaranteed to satisfy big appetites and keep you feeling fuller longer.
This versatile burger is also equally at home as both turkey or beef variants.
Order your burger here! By Holly at Spend With Pennies
Photo: Spend With Pennies.
5. Thai Beef Satay.
Quicker than it takes to download the ‘Just Eat’ app, this authentic tasting Thai beef satay is ideal for busy mums and dads.
The beef takes only 15 minutes to marinate to lock in those eastern flavors, giving you plenty of time to whip up the peanut sauce.
By Kim at Low Carb Maven. Get your recipe here.
Photo: Low Carb Maven
6. Mac and Cheese Skillet Casserole.
This tempting creation sidesteps the grains whilst boosting up your protein intake.
Ideal for social gatherings, the kick provided by the smoked paprika will keep your diners guessing. But you may want to dial it down for the kiddies!
By Elana at Elana’s Pantry. Get your lips around this delicious dish here!
Photo: Elana’s Pantry.
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7. Avocado Toad in the Hole.
Coming in with a total prep time of 15 minutes, this breakfast is perfect for a busy lifestyle.
Even the kids will love winning combination of oozing eggs and Parmesan cheese.
Put off by the thought of baked avocado? Don’t fret. The author assures that it’s quite delightful!
What’s more, avocado is rich in heart-healthy oleic acid, whilst eggs are high in monounsaturated fats which keep your cholesterol levels in check.
Best of all, you won’t experience any hunger pangs till lunch!
By Vicky at Tasteaholics. Get your toad here!
Photo: Tasteaholics.
8. Cheddar-Wrapped Taco Rolls.
Why add cheese to your tacos when you can roll them in it!
Thanks to all that delicious cheddar, you’ll fill up very quickly. In fact, just one of these tacos is enough for the biggest of appetites.
What’s more, they clock in at a measly 2g of carbs, making them one of the best keto and low-carb meals around.
By Amanda at Wicked Stuffed. Get the recipe here!
Photo: Wicked Stuffed.
9. Keto Creamy Meatballs with Fried Cabbage.
A true ‘health by stealth’ meal. Even the fussiest of eaters won’t realize just how nutritious this dish is.
Firstly, cabbage is a powerhouse of nutrients containing manganese, magnesium, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, vitamin B1, B2, niacin, folate, selenium and iron!
Secondly, you cook the cabbage in coconut oil
This astonishing oil is high in healthy fats that not only increase healthy HDL cholesterol but also convert the ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol into good cholesterols!
By Louise at The Keto Summit. Grab your recipe here.
Photo: Paleo Magazine.
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10. Primal Keto Ice Cream.
According to Mark Sisson, this is the keto ice cream you’ve been dreaming about!
It has a creamy, rich texture and is made with just five ingredients.
And guess what? There’s no dairy, no added sugar or artificial sweeteners, and no additives!
His secret? High-fat coconut milk, macadamia butter, pure vanilla extract, and Primal Kitchen Collagen Fuel.
By Mark Sisson at Mark’s Daily Apple. Recipe available here.
Photo: Mark’s Daily Apple.
11. Chicken Pot Pie.
This dish prepares 16 servings making it perfect for entertaining. The site also features a handy calculator for you to whip up several batches.
Regular white flour is swapped out for almond flour,
By Brittany Cochran at Ketogenic.com. Check out the recipe here.
Photo by Ketogenic.com
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12. Keto Breakfast Pepper Rings.
Breakfast reinvented! And according to the author, it scores high with the kids!
Bell peppers are incredibly rich in vitamin C, especially the red variety.
In fact, they contain even more vitamin C than citrus fruits, so you won’t be needing that glass of sugar-laden OJ.
Red peppers contain several phytochemicals and carotenoids, particularly beta-carotene, which furnish you with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits!
**Top tip: Be sure to pour the egg in slowly so that it has time to seal around the bottom of each pepper ring.
By Shasta Walton at Keto Size Me. Get your recipe here.
Photo: Keto Size Me
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13. Keto Peanut Butter Cookies.
This really takes the biscuit – a low carb, sugar-free cookie…for weight loss!!
Besides the all-natural peanut butter, the two secret ingredients are Xylitol and vanilla extract.
This recipe serves up 20 delicious cookies, ready in just over 20 minutes.
By Gerri at My Keto Kitchen. Grab your cookies here!
Photo: My Keto Kitchen.
14. Steak Kebabs with Chimichurri.
Move over pesto! Chimichurri is a versatile and addictive Argentinean sauce.
It’s made with fresh vegetables and herbs making it extremely healthy.
Tangy, herbal and slightly spicy, it’s pretty hard to go wrong with chimichurri, but it pairs especially well with steak.
What’s more, it doesn’t require any cooking!
By Gina Homolka at Skinny Taste. Recipe here.
Photo Skinny Taste
15. Spinach Tomato ‘Meatza’ Pizza.
Intent on creating new ideas, the keto movement certainly pushes the gourmet boundaries.
And this ‘Meatza’, a pizza which uses meat as its base, is my kind of healthy eating!
Simply use your favorite meat, season, and roll it out into the ‘dough’.
Vegetable toppings are ideal to balance out the high protein content.
The author reminds us that too much protein can still be converted into glucose. Not great if you’re a ‘keter’.
Total cook time is only 30 minutes.
By Lisa at Low Carb Yum. Grab your Meatza here!
Photo: Low Carb Yum.
16. Ham, Ricotta and Spinach Casserole.
This breakfast casserole is versatile enough to be eaten at any meal.
It’s spongy texture also makes it the perfect finger-food so you can eat it on the go!
It’s not only ideal if you’re on a budget, but very efficient as it’ll keep you feeling full.
Best of all, each serving comes in at a minuscule 1.35 of net carbs!
By Craig at Ruled.Me. Get your recipe here!
Photo: Ruled.Me
17. Blackened Salmon with Avocado Salsa.
I adore pan-fried salmon! Especially when the skin really crisps up!
The flavor profile is enhanced even further with a Cajun seasoning, also available on Kevin’s site.
If you love seafood, then this fish dish is deceptively simple and delivers a boon of healthy fats from both the salmon and the avocado – Yum!
By Kevin Lynch at Closet Cooking. Recipe available here.
Photo: Closet Cooking.
18. Keto Cashew Chicken.
Ready in just 15 minutes. Whoa!
Bursting with Asian tones that belie its simplicity, this meal tastes totally gourmet!
Served with cauliflower fried rice, it’s sure to rival the finest Thai restaurant.
Invite your friends and family round for an unforgettable evening of Eastern promise!
By Megha, Matt and Miley the ‘Keto Kitty’ at Keto Connect.
Get the recipe here.
Photo: Keto Connect.
19. California Turkey and Bacon Lettuce Wraps.
Replacing flour tortillas with crisp, green lettuce leaves is a common keto trick to eliminate carbs.
Basil mayo kicks up the flavors a notch further, and perfectly complements the turkey and bacon.
Who thought eating healthy could be so easy and so much fun?
Set your timer though, as this meal is ready in mere minutes.
By Kristin at Iowa Girl Eats. Check out the recipe here!
Photo: Iowa Girl Eats
20. Mozzarella Chicken in Homemade Tomato Sauce.
Seriously. I could eat this every night and never get tired of it.
The dish is ready in just 30 minutes, filling your kitchen with aromas of tomato and mozzarella.
It’s a restaurant quality meal with flavors to match, but without all the drama.
By Marzia at Little Spice Jar. Serve it up here!
Photo: Litte Spice Jar
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Thank you for all your great keto diet recipes.
Thanks, Brice. Hope you find these keto recipes as delicious as I did! Cheers, Peter/