Celebrating the Holidays on Keto? Serve Up These 15 Appetizers, Dishes, and Desserts
Holiday season is officially in swing, and if you're on the keto diet, you know that means carb-filled party after carb-filled party. Whether you're hosting, or simply bringing a couple dishes to a gathering of coworkers, family, or friends, you need to have some low-carb dishes in your arsenal. This roundup of 15 keto-friendly recipes covers everything from main dishes and sides (Turkey! Biscuits!) to appetizers and desserts (including a tasty hot cocoa to finish off your night). And if you're not the one cooking this season? Maybe you can sweet talk a loved one into serving up these foods you can actually eat — they're that good.
Spicy Cauliflower Fritters With Chipotle Lime Aioli
Every holiday table needs a snack you can dip, and these cauliflower fritters make it possible on the keto diet. (They're also Whole30- and Paleo-approved.)
Get the recipe: spicy cauliflower fritters with chipotle lime aioli
Low-Carb Steak Wraps
Hosting a holiday party? Serve these individual steak wraps in place of sliders for a filling appetizer.
Get the recipe here: low-carb steak wraps
Deviled Eggs With Bacon
The protein and fats in deviled eggs are sure to keep you satisfied, but the delicious flavor will have you coming back for more.
Get the recipe here: deviled eggs with bacon
Smoked Salmon Dip
This dip requires only four ingredients and takes just five minutes to make. Serve it with your favorite keto-friendly snack (like cucumber slices).
Get the recipe here: smoked salmon dip
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms With Cream Cheese
If you're trying to impress your family or party guests with a fancy appetizer, this mushroom, crab, and cream cheese blend is sure to do it.
Get the recipe here: crab stuffed mushrooms with cream cheese
Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bites
Bacon-wrapped anything is a perennial favorite. Stuffed with a low-carb cream cheese filling, these bite-sized appetizers are sure to be a hit.
Get the recipe here: bacon-wrapped asparagus bites
Herb-Roasted Turkey
It isn't the holidays without a turkey front and center. This recipe is juicy, flavorful, packed with tons of herbs, and roasted to crispy perfection.
Get the recipe: herb-roasted turkey
Instant Pot Chicken With Creamy Mushroom Gravy
If you're in a time crunch but still want a dish that will impress, try this Instant Pot chicken recipe. It's thick, creamy, and sure to be a favorite.
Get the recipe here: Instant Pot chicken with creamy mushroom gravy
Green Beans With Prosciutto
Tasty prosciutto elevates this classic holiday side dish.
Get the recipe: green beans with prosciutto
Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower Rice
This cheesy bake is the perfect side dish — and with cauliflower rice, it's good for you, too.
Get the recipe: parmesan roasted cauliflower rice
Sautéed Brussels Sprouts With Mustard and Hazelnuts
This tangy, crunchy take on brussels sprouts will please even the pickiest eaters.
Get the recipe: sautéed brussels sprouts with mustard and hazelnuts
Low-Carb Biscuits With Almond Flour
It's hard to believe, but these cheddar and bacon biscuits are only two net grams of carbs per serving. For that, you can thank keto-approved almond flour.
Get the recipe: low-carb biscuits with almond flour
Keto Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie
You just can't do Thanksgiving (or heck, Christmas) without pumpkin pie. Luckily, there's a keto version that uses flax meal and coconut flour for the crust and cream cheese and pureed pumpkin for the filling.
Get the recipe here: keto pumpkin cheesecake pie
Chewy Keto Pecan Cookies
This rich dessert is not only sugar-free and grain-free, but also dairy-free. With only 5 ingredients, these cookies are easy and delicious.
Get the recipe here: chewy keto pecan cookies
Low-Carb Hot Chocolate
Nothing says Winter like cozying up by the fire with a hot cocoa. This version is not your ordinary hot chocolate — it uses unsweetened cocoa powder and an alternative sweetener that's better for you than sugar.
Get the recipe here: low-carb hot chocolate