11 free keto recipes to get you started on your low-carb diet

All of these keto recipes are completely free, with options for dinner, breakfast, vegetarian, and even dessert, so you can get started on your low-carb diet right away!

1. Keto chicken parmi bowl

The keto version of cheesy chicken parmigiana is now available! It's the ultimate low-carb dinner, coated with almond meal and served with cauliflower mash.

2. Keto cappuccino slice

Do you have a sweet tooth while on the keto diet? Try this delectable gluten-free and low-carb slice.

3. Easy keto chicken chow mein

With the addition of zucchini noodles to this Asian classic, you have a healthy keto-friendly weeknight dinner.

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4. Keto Swedish meatballs

These keto Swedish meatballs are a dreamy weeknight dinner that don't require a trip to IKEA!

5. Keto creamy chicken and cauliflower salad

Lower carb doesn't have to mean no flavor and this creamy salad proves it.

6. Keto strawberry cheesecake balls

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step 1

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius/160 degrees Celsius fan forced. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Set aside 2 medium strawberries.

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OKAY, GOT IT. Place the remaining strawberries on the prepared tray in quarters (or sixths if large). Bake for 10 minutes, or until the potatoes begin to soften. Flatten each piece slightly with a fork. Bake for another 20 minutes, stirring halfway, or until very soft. Bake for another 10 minutes. Place on a plate and leave to cool completely.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, strawberry pulp, and xylitol with an electric mixer. Stir in the coconut until well combined. Refrigerate for 1 hour, or until firm, covered.

step 4

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut the reserved strawberries in half lengthwise, then into quarters. Place a fresh strawberry in the center of a level tablespoon of the chilled cheesecake mixture. Form a ball and place it on the prepared tray. Repeat with the remaining strawberry mixture and strawberry pieces.

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step 5

Put the remaining coconut in one dish and the chopped pecan in another. Roll half of the balls in pecans and the other half in coconut, lightly pressing to coat. Place in the refrigerator to chill until firm. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

7. Low-carb keto-friendly pizza

Make your own gluten-free pizza dough with this delicious keto-friendly recipe.

8. Cheesy keto snacks

These cheesy crackers are the epitome of keto snacks. Even your non-keto friends will want more after being covered in three different types of cheese and served with smashed avocado.

9. Keto taco shells

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Step 1

Preheat oven to 180C/160C fan forced. Line 2 baking trays with baking paper.

Step 2

Place the spinach

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in a heatproof bowl. Pour over boiling water to cover. Set aside for 5 minutes to blanch. Drain, squeezing out extra liquid.

Step 3

Transfer the spinach to the bowl of a food processor. Add the eggs, almond meal, psyllium husk and salt. Process until smooth. Place one 1/4 of the mixture onto one of the prepared trays. Use a cranked spatula to spread to make a 15cm circle.

Step 4

Repeat with the remaining mixture to make 4 circles. Bake for 10 minutes or until set. Use a spatula to transfer the circles between the gaps of an upturned non-stick muffin pan to create a taco shape. Set aside to cool slightly. Bake for a further 10 minutes to dry out.

Step 5

Fill with your favorite taco ingredients (see notes).

10. Keto pancakes

Looking for a quick and easy ketogenic diet breakfast? This low-carb keto pancake recipe, made with almond flour, cream cheese, and eggs, is just what you need.

11. Keto satay chicken bowl with zoodle salad

step 1

In a shallow glass or ceramic dish, combine 2 tablespoons oil, 2 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon curry powder, and the ginger. Turn the chicken to coat it in the sauce. Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to mingle.

Step 2

In a small saucepan over medium heat, heat the remaining oil. Cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes, or until the onion is softened. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute, or until the chilli, remaining garlic, and curry powder are aromatic. Combine the peanut butter, coconut milk, and soy sauce in a mixing bowl. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly thickened. 2 teaspoons chopped peanuts, set aside for serving Incorporate the remaining peanuts and lime juice into the sauce.

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step 3

In the meantime, spiralize the zucchini into long noodles with a spiralizer or peel the zucchini lengthwise with a vegetable peeler and cut into long strips.

Step 4

Preheat a chargrill pan or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the chicken is lightly charred and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside for 5 minutes to rest before thickly slicing.

Step 5

Arrange the zucchini 'noodles' in separate bowls. Drizzle the warm satay sauce over the chicken, cucumber, and tomatoes.