Keto Diet Recipes: Super Quick & Easy LowCarb Recipes Idea
By Training Express
Keto comes from the word ‘Ketogenic’ which is a term used to describe a low-carb diet. The basic idea is to cut back most of the carbs from your meal and get more calories from fat and protein. It causes your body to produce small fuel molecules called ketones. Our brain consumes lots of energy. It can not run directly on fat but can only run on glucose or ketones. This process is called ketogenesis. It is an alternative and effective fuel source of your body when glucose (blood sugar) is in short supply. Some keto diet recipes are super easy to make but super delicious to eat. If you are trying to lose weight, it works better than fasting and can be eaten indefinitely. Keto diet maintains a steady supply of energy without the sugar peaks and has many other benefits rather than only burning fats. It helps you to stay focused and supply energy to your body.
A ketogenic diet is basically a low-carb, moderate protein, higher-fat diet that can help you burn fat more effectively and has many benefits for weight loss and overall health.
Super Quick and Easy Keto Diet Recipes Here we are going to explore and learn about some super easy and quick to make Ketogenic diet recipes. You don’t have to compromise with the taste as you have so many options in your hand and a vast range of variety. These recipes are super delicious, and you can make them in no time. So, what are you waiting for? Give your taste buds some treats, and lose weight effectively.
Keto chicken and cabbage plate
Real food on a plate. Chicken, cabbage, onion and mayo. Real simple and easy to make. Minimal cooking because a keto meal doesn’t have to be a complicated one.
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450 g of rotisserie chicken 200 g fresh green cabbage ½ (55 g) red onion 1 tbsp olive oil 120 ml mayonnaise salt and pepper
Instructions 1. Nicely shred the cabbage using a sharp knife or a mandolin and place it on a plate.
2. Together with the rotisserie chicken and a dollop of mayonnaise, slice the onion thinly and add it to the plate too. 3. Now drizzle some olive oil over the cabbage and add salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition ●
Net carbs: 3 % (7 g)
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Fibre: 3 g
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Fat: 79 % (91 g)
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Protein: 19 % (48 g)
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kcal: 1037
TIP For this dish we've used rotisserie chicken but you can use any kind of leftover chicken. Or, a piece or two of raw, pan-fry chicken if you wish. Just make sure it's fully cooked through (internal temperature of 75°C) before serving.
Mushroom Omelette Ketogenic Diet Are you looking for an easy and quick meal to start your day? This hearty omelette is super delicious, super healthy, and just takes a few minutes to make. Some fresh mushrooms make a mouthwatering
touch. You can enjoy this Keto meal as your breakfast, lunch or dinner!
Ingredients ●
3 eggs 28g butter
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For frying 28 g (60 ml) cheddar cheese
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¼ (28 g) onion, chopped
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Some (4) large mushrooms, nicely sliced
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salt and pepper
Instructions
1. Crack the eggs and mix them into a mixing bowl with a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk the eggs with a fork until it becomes frothy and smooth. 2. Heat up the frying pan and melt the butter. Then add sliced mushrooms and chopped onion to the pan. You need to stir until it becomes tender, and then pour in the eggs surrounding the veggies. 3. It will soon start to cook and get firm, but when it still has raw egg on top, sprinkle cheese nicely over the egg. 4. Using a spatula, very carefully ease around the edges of the omelette, and then fold it over in half. As soon as it starts to turn golden brown underneath, you need to remove the pan from the heat and then slide the omelette on to a plate to serve. Voila! You got yourself a healthy, delicious, keto meal.
Nutrition ●
Net carbs: 4 % (6 g)
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Fibre: 1 g
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Fat: 76 % (45 g)
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Protein: 19 % (26 g)
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kcal: 529
TIP Serve the omelette with a crispy, green salad with vinaigrette dressing on the side. Yum!
Keto fried chicken with broccoli
Always say yes to “chicken tonight” with this tasty one-skillet wonder. Within just 20 minutes, your super easy, super delicious keto meal is served—buttery chicken and broccoli all of the great flavours, but none of the fuss.
Ingredients ●
250g broccoli
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100g butter
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300g boneless chicken thighs
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120 ml mayonnaise, for serving (optional)
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salt and pepper
Instructions
1. First of all, rinse and trim the broccoli and cut them into smaller pieces, including the stem of course. 2. Heat up the frying pan and melt a generous dollop of butter where you can easily fit both the broccoli and the chicken. 3. Season the chicken proportionally and fry over medium heat for about 5 minutes per side, or until it gets golden brown and cooked through. 4. Add some more butter and put the broccoli in the same frying pan. And then fry them for another couple of minutes. 5. Season to taste and serve immediately with the remaining butter.
Nutrition ●
Net carbs: 3 % (5 g)
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Fibre: 3 g
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Fat: 81 % (66 g)
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Protein: 16 % (29 g)
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kcal: 733
TIP This keto dish can be cooked with other low-carb vegetables such as asparagus, zucchini, broccoli and spinach. Feel free to use your favourite spices to give this dish more flavoursome paprika, herbs, or onion powder are all yummy options. As you have so many options, you can do so much with these keto diet recipes!
Keto Deviled Eggs
This is one of the elegant and rich yet easy to make Ketogenic diet recipes ever! No kidding, these amazing keto bites are loaded with exquisite flavours and redefine elegance in small packages. You can serve these for any party or holiday, and be prepared for the rave reviews!
Ingredients ●
½ (55 g) yellow onion 2 tbsp butter to fry in 4 eggs 240 ml heavy whipping cream 120 ml (110 g) cottage cheese 120 ml (55 g) almond flour 1 tbsp ground psyllium husk powder 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt
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For frying 28 g (60 ml) cheddar cheese
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¼ (28 g) onion, chopped
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Some (4) large mushrooms, nicely sliced
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salt and pepper
Instructions
1. First of all, gently add the eggs to a pot and cover with water, about 2” (5 cm) higher than the eggs. Now place the lid tightly on the pot and bring the water to a boil over high heat for better results. Once at a boil, you can turn off the heat and let sit for only 8-10 minutes. 2. After that, remove the eggs from the pot, and place them in an ice bath for a few minutes to make them easier to peel. 3. Then split the eggs in half and scoop out the yolks. 4. Place the egg whites on a plate. 5. Now mash the yolks with a fork in a small bowl, and add tabasco, herbal salt and homemade mayonnaise. 6. Add the mixture, using two spoons, to the egg whites and top with a shrimp on each, or a piece of smoked salmon.
Nutrition ●
Net carbs: 1 % (0.5 g)
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Fibre: 0 g
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Fat: 83 % (15 g)
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Protein: 16 % (7 g)
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kcal: 162
TIP You could also add capers for a bit of additional salty and vinegary goodness.
Ketogenic Diet Pancake with Onion and Bacon Pancakes are love. This Swedish style pancake is super simple to make and super delicious to eat; your whole family will love this mouthwatering meal for sure. You can also enjoy it as a hearty breakfast, dinner, or brunch.
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½ (55 g) yellow onion 2 tbsp butter to fry in 4 eggs 240 ml heavy whipping cream 120 ml (110 g) cottage cheese 120 ml (55 g) almond flour 1 tbsp ground psyllium husk powder 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt
Instructions 1. First, preheat the oven to 175°C. 2. Nicely slice the bacon and onion. Then heat butter in a frying pan and add bacon and onion. You need to fry until the onion is brown and soft and the bacon starts getting crispy. 3. Crack the eggs in a bowl and whisk them together, cottage cheese and cream. Add psyllium husk, almond flour, baking powder and salt one after another. Whisk until thoroughly combined together. 4. Now slowly and carefully pour the pancake batter into a greased baking pan. Then sprinkle the fried onions and bacon on top. 5. Bake it for 25-30 minutes. You can tell it’s ready when it’s golden brown, puffy, and the centre has set.
Nutrition ● ● ● ● ● ●
Per serving Net carbs: 4 % (5 g) Fibre: 2 g Fat: 84 % (49 g) Protein: 12 % (16 g) kcal: 534
TIP You can add a sliced apple into the pancake batter together with the fried bacon and onion to add some natural sweetness for a moderate low-carb meal. The kids will love it!
Keto cheddar cheese and bacon balls These cheesy bacon balls aren’t just fantastic; they’re keto tastic! They’re loaded with sharp cheddar
cheese and smoky bacon. Can you imagine the look on your guests’ faces when you put these amazing dishes on the holiday table? Oh, yes, you know you want these.
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140 g bacon 1 tbsp butter ¼ (28 g) onion, chopped 140 g cream cheese 140 g (290 ml) cheddar cheese 55 g butter, at room temperature ½ tsp pepper (optional)
Instructions 1. Melt the butter in a frying pan and then fry the bacon in it until it gets golden brown colour.
Now remove from the pan, and let cool completely on paper towels. 2. Chop or crumble the bacon into small pieces and place them in a medium-sized bowl. 3. In a bigger bowl, mix the grease leftover from frying the bacon with all the remaining ingredients with an electric hand mixer or by hand. 4. Now place the big bowl in the fridge for 15 minutes and let it set. 5. Then make 24 walnut-sized balls with two spoons and roll them in the crumbled bacon and serve immediately.
Nutrition 3 balls per serving Net carbs: 2 % (2 g) Fibre: 0 g Fat: 86 % (26 g) Protein: 11 % (8 g) kcal: 269
TIP You can use any kind of grated flavourful cheese you like. And if you don’t eat bacon, you can roll the cheese balls in grated parmesan cheese, chopped herbs, or chopped nuts. Let your imagination run wild!
Low carb baked egg This is a perfect low-carb marriage of beef and eggs… yes, please! You can whip up this tasty gem anytime—breakfast, lunch or dinner—and dig in. Your taste buds will definitely thank you!
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85g ground beef or ground lamb or ground pork, you can use left-overs or cook it any way you like. 2 eggs 120 ml (55g) shredded cheese salt and pepper
Instructions 1. First, preheat the oven to 200°C. 2. Then, arrange cooked ground-beef mixture in a small baking dish and make two holes with a spoon and crack the eggs into them.
3. Sprinkle some salt and pepper to taste. 4. Drizzle some shredded cheese on top. 5. Bake it in the oven until the eggs are done, about 10-15 minutes. 6. The eggs and ground meat can get very hot! Let it cool for a while.
Nutrition Per serving Net carbs: 1 % (1 g) Fibre: 0 g Fat: 67 % (37 g) Protein: 33 % (41 g) kcal: 509
TIP This is the perfect recipe for that leftover hamburger you weren’t quite sure what to do with. You can also multiply the recipe by the number of people, and Voila! You’ll have dinner for the whole family. You can also pair it with a crunchy, crisp, green salad with fresh avocado and herbs.
Keto Asian beef salad Savoury and gingery with a slightly spicy kick. Hearty red meat with some creamy sesame goodness. All these keto items, and a refreshing salad to boost?? Are you getting this? Be ready to meet your newest favourite food in a bowl!
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Sesame mayonnaise -180 ml mayonnaise -1 tsp sesame oil - ½ tbsp lime juice -salt and pepper Beef -1 tbsp olive oil -1 tbsp fish sauce -1 tbsp grated fresh ginger -1 tsp chilli flakes -300 g ribeye steaks Salad -85 g chopped bite sized pieces of cherry tomatoes -55 g cucumber, chopped into bite sized pieces -85 g (550 ml) chopped pieces of lettuce -½ (55 g) red onion, chopped into bite-sized pieces fresh cilantro, -chopped 1 tsp sesame seeds 2 (30 g) scallions
Instructions 1. First, prepare the sesame mayonnaise by mixing mayo with the sesame oil and lime juice. And then season with salt and pepper. Set them aside for now. 2. Now mix all ingredients for the beef marinade and pour them into a plastic bag. Add the beef and marinate for 15-20 minutes at room temperature. 3. You need to divide all the chopped vegetables between two plates, except the scallions. 4. Heat up a frying pan over medium heat. Then add sesame seeds to the dry pan, and toast them for until they’re lightly browned and fragrant. Set them aside. 5. Now pat the meat dry on both sides with paper towels. Sear for a minute or two on each side on high heat, and then reduce heat to medium-low. Cook the beef until it’s medium, and then carefully transfer to a cutting board. 6. Fry the scallions for a couple of minutes in the same pan. 7. Nicely slice the meat, across the grain, into thin slices. Place the beef slices and scallions on top of the vegetables. 8. At last top with roasted sesame seeds and serve with a dollop of sesame mayonnaise on the side.
Nutrition ● ● ● ● ●
Net carbs: 3 % (8 g) Fibre: 3 g Fat: 84 % (96 g) Protein: 13 % (34 g) kcal: 1032
TIP In this dish, the beef is best served at medium, but you can make it well done if you prefer. Craving a bit of variety? Try swapping in salmon or pre-cooked chicken instead of the beef.
Keto Reuben skillet The classic Reuben sandwich inspires this one-skillet ketogenic diet wonder recipe. So get ready for an easy, cheesy, and tangy, complete with well-spiced corned beef—all of the flavour and very few of the carbs. A perfect delicious keto meal.
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170 g deli turkey 1 (200 g) avocado, sliced 55 g (350 ml) lettuce 85 g cream cheese 60 ml of olive oil salt and pepper
Instructions 1. First, divide and put the ingredients relevant to the serving number and place them in equal amounts (turkey, lettuce, avocado, and cream cheese on each plate.) 2. Drizzle some olive oil over the vegetables and season them with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Per serving Net carbs: 4 % (7 g) Fibre: 7 g Fat: 82 % (60 g) Protein: 13 % (22 g) kcal: 660
TIP Don't feel shy to add a couple of sticks of celery, and fill the groove in the celery with the cream cheese. Crunch!
Keto Bacon and Eggs plate You can enjoy this amazing keto breakfast classic for lunch or dinner too. You can add nuts and bell pepper for a nice crunch to it. Why complicate things? Just enjoy it.
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140 g bacon 4 eggs 2 (400 g) avocados 60 ml (25 g) walnuts 1 (140 g) green bell pepper salt and pepper 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped (optional) 120 ml arugula lettuce 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions 1. Heat up the pan and fry the bacon over medium heat until crispy. 2. Remove from the pan and keep warm. Leave the fat that gathered from the bacon and fry
the eggs in the same frying pan over medium low heat. 3. Then you just need to place bacon, eggs, nuts, avocado, bell pepper and arugula lettuce on a plate. 4. Drizzle the remaining bacon fat on top of everything in the plate. It will not be dry to eat and helps the seasoning to taste
Nutrition Per serving ● ● ● ● ●
Net carbs: 3 % (7 g) Fibre: 16 g Fat: 85 % (87 g) Protein: 12 % (27 g) kcal: 948
TIP Brazil nuts, pecans, Walnuts, and macadamia nuts are all lower-carb nut choices. This the beauty of low-carb recipes, you have so many options to try. Feel free to swap in your favourite. Also, you can dry roast your nuts (about an hour in a 120°C oven) in batches for more crunch and don't forget to add a little salt right after roasting!
Closing Note There are many benefits of a ketogenic diet, and we can see a similarity with higher-fat and low-carb diets, but it appears to be more powerful than liberal low-carb diets.
Think of keto as a super-charged, low-carb diet, maximizing the benefits. However, sometimes it may also increase the risk of side effects a bit. With the right direction and plan, you can successfully maintain a ketogenic diet and be benefited. So, what are you waiting for? Enjoy these mouthwatering, delicious keto diet recipes for yourself and lose weight more effectively!