Easy Keto Dinner Ideas

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If you are struggling to find simple keto meals for busy weeknights, discover this collection of easy keto dinner ideas and side dishes designed to make dinner time a total breeze!

overhead shot of mushroom cap stuffed with mozzarella cheese and halved cherry tomatoes


 

Preparing dinner can be challenging when time is short, yet you still desire healthy and filling meals. This curated selection of hearty keto dinner ideas and side dishes is the perfect solution to that dilemma! Packed with fresh ingredients and rich in flavor, these delicious meals can be prepared and cooked in under an hour.

Keto Meal Planning Tips

When it comes to meal planning and preparation on a keto diet, it’s essential for maintaining a consistent and healthy eating pattern. Here are some detailed tips and strategies that can help you on your journey.

  • Weekly Meal Planning: Start by planning your meals for the week. This involves deciding what you’ll eat for each meal and ensuring it fits within the keto guidelines. Planning ahead helps avoid last-minute decisions that might not be keto-friendly.
  • Grocery Shopping Lists: Based on your meal plan, create a detailed shopping list. Focus on keto-approved ingredients like meats, high-fat dairy, low-carb vegetables, and healthy fats. Sticking to the list of meals that I provide below, you’ll be able to avoid impulse buys that aren’t keto-compliant.
  • Batch Cooking and Meal Prepping: Dedicate a day to cook meals in bulk. Preparing large batches of keto-friendly dishes like casseroles, soups, or stews can save time during the week. Store these in portion-sized containers for easy access.
  • Simple and Versatile Ingredients: Stock your kitchen with simple and versatile keto ingredients that can be used in multiple recipes. Ingredients like eggs, avocados, leafy greens, and chicken can be used in various dishes, reducing cooking time and effort.
  • Quick and Easy Recipes: Have a collection of quick and easy keto recipes – like the ones I have listed – that can be whipped up in 30 minutes to an hour. These are lifesavers on busy days when you have limited time to cook.

Simplify your dinnertime routine with these easy-to-make options, and I hope you’ll enjoy exploring these convenient and flavorful low-carb dinners and side dishes!

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Creamy Green Beans

Our Creamy Green Beans dish features fresh green beans and mushrooms sautéed with garlic and sauced up with real cream and parmesan cheese. To finish, a sprinkle of crispy bacon crumbles adds an irresistible, savory crunch.
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Creamy Cajun Stuffed Salmon

This stuffed salmon recipe is quick, easy, and packed with creamy, spicy flavors. It features pan-seared salmon fillets filled with a rich, Cajun-spiced cream cheese mixture.
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Meatball Soup

Savor a bowl of this delicious and cozy Meatball Soup, ready in just 30 minutes! Meatballs gently simmer in a rich tomato broth, brimming with a medley of vegetables for a delicious, hearty meal.
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Creamy Coconut Shrimp

This easy creamy coconut shrimp is a one-skillet meal made with seasoned sauteed shrimp prepared in a sauce with coconut milk, diced tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and basil.
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Grilled Asparagus with Lemon

This lemon asparagus recipe is ready in 10 minutes! Fresh asparagus is grilled to perfection, drizzled with lemon dressing, and sprinkled with feta cheese.
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Easy Eggplant Lasagna Recipe

This delicious Eggplant Lasagna recipe features roasted eggplant layers filled with a rich blend of cheeses and tomato sauce.
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Caprese Stuffed Mushrooms

Cheesy, garlicky, savory, and delicious portobello mushrooms stuffed with melty mozzarella cheese, sweet cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil!
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Creamy Cilantro Chipotle Chicken

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Instant Pot Pork Loin

Juicy and delicious Pork Loin Roast topped with garlic, butter, and herbs, and cooked to a tender and succulent perfection in the Instant Pot!
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Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts

Whip up these Crunchy Parmesan Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts, bursting with garlic and cheese flavor, in no time!
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Cauliflower Casserole Recipe

This cheesy Cauliflower Casserole is a creamy, low-carb dinner made with smoked sausage and hearty vegetables. It's a delicious and easy casserole recipe the whole family will love!
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Garlic Mushrooms

These creamy and delicious garlic mushrooms are a fantastic side dish made with sautéed mushrooms, butter, garlic, crispy bacon, and heavy cream.
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Keto Mac and Cheese

Creamy, ultra cheesy, and super indulgent Keto Mac and Cheese prepared with cauliflower, bacon, and cheddar cheese! 
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18 Comments

  1. Toni says:

    This is such a great list! Everyone at my house will surely enjoy each of these!

    1. Katerina Petrovska says:

      Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy them! ๐Ÿ™‚

  2. Amanda Livesay says:

    What a great list! I’m making that coconut shrimp soon!

    1. Katerina Petrovska says:

      I hope you enjoy them! Thank YOU! ๐Ÿ™‚

  3. Catalina says:

    My friend is following the keto diet. She will appreciate these dinner ideas! All these dishes look amazing!

    1. Katerina Petrovska says:

      I hope you and your friend enjoy them! Thank YOU! ๐Ÿ™‚

  4. Vik says:

    What a fantastic collection! I look forward to tasting all of these mouthwatering recipes!

    1. Katerina Petrovska says:

      Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy them! ๐Ÿ™‚

  5. Amanda says:

    Every photo just gets better and better, thank you so much for sharing!

    1. Katerina Petrovska says:

      Thank you so much! Enjoy! ๐Ÿ™‚

  6. Laura Reese says:

    This is the perfect time for me to find this! Delicious ideas that make keto not seem bad at all!

    1. Katerina Petrovska says:

      I hope you enjoy them! Thank YOU! ๐Ÿ™‚

  7. Jennifer says:

    They all sound wonderful! I’m so excited to try the mac and cheese. I’ve been having major cravings for that. Yum!

    1. Katerina Petrovska says:

      Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy it! ๐Ÿ™‚

  8. Jen says:

    I’m getting hungrier and hungrier with each photo I pass! I think I’m going to start with the cajun stuffed salmon and work my way through this list. They all look amazing!

    1. Katerina Petrovska says:

      Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy them! ๐Ÿ™‚

  9. Melissa says:

    So many great recipes! Thank you

    1. Katerina Petrovska says:

      Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy them! ๐Ÿ™‚