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Are Tomatoes Keto?

a variety of tomatoes

Trying to figure out if certain foods are or aren’t keto can drive you batty, but I’ve got the 411 on all you need to know to answer the question: are tomatoes keto? Read on for info, carb counts, and terrific recipes! Cherry tomatoes, beefsteak tomatoes, grape tomatoes…the variety seems nearly endless! With so many … Read more

Keto Teriyaki Chicken Skewers (Air Fryer, 25 Minutes)

keto chicken teriyaki skewers on a white plate

Who does not love chicken teriyaki on a stick? Keto teriyaki chicken skewers are tender, juicy, and smothered in a thick, garlicky sauce, ready in under 30 minutes. Chicken thighs are meaty and fatty enough to hold up well to both air fryer heat and the grill. Chicken breast works too, just watch it does … Read more

Keto Meatloaf Casserole (Meatloaf Meets Mashed Cauliflower)

Keto Meatloaf Casserole in a small blue baking dish with a second serving in the background

When you cannot decide between meatloaf and a casserole, do not choose, make both at once. Keto meatloaf casserole layers a beefy, Southern-inspired filling under a garlicky, creamy cauliflower topping. This is a genuine complete meal in one dish, and it comes together without much fuss. Use fresh cauliflower for the topping, not frozen. Frozen … Read more

Keto Texas-Style Chili (Slow Cooker, No Beans)

easy keto chili in a bowl with avocado on top

There is nothing meatier or chunkier than a big bowl of real chili. Keto Texas-style chili is loaded with flavor and none of the beans or starchy thickeners. This is a genuine set-it-and-forget-it recipe, once everything is in the slow cooker, it just needs time to turn tender and delicious. Get a good, dark brown … Read more

Keto Mashed Turnips (Buttery, Creamy Potato Swap)

Mashed turnips in a serving dish.

Mashed potatoes are not keto, not even close, but you can still get that same creamy comfort. Keto mashed turnips are buttery and rich, and turnips are usually genuinely cheap too. This is really a blank canvas. Add your favorite spices, herbs, or even cheese to build on the base flavor however you like. Look … Read more

Keto Mustard Glazed Pork Loin (Sweet and Tangy)

brown sugar mustard glaze pork roast

Picture this, moist, tender pork with a sweet and tangy glaze that is just the right amount of sticky. Keto mustard glazed pork loin is one of my favorite keto pork recipes. Pork loin is a great cut for roasting, it cooks quickly, stays moist if you do not overcook it, and takes on flavor … Read more

Keto Asparagus and Green Beans with Lemon and Pecans

keto asparagus and green beans on a black plate

Why choose one keto vegetable when you can have two? Keto asparagus and green beans with lemon and pecans brings bright lemon and a genuinely nutty crunch to the table. This is a great make-ahead side too, prep the vegetables in advance, and just drizzle the sauce and add the topping right before serving. Use … Read more

Keto Cauliflower Mash (Creamy Mashed Potato Swap)

keto cauliflower mash in a bowl

I will not lie to you, mashed cauliflower does not taste like mashed potatoes. Keto cauliflower mash is still creamy and delicious, and it pairs beautifully with a roast or a hearty stew. Every keto dieter genuinely needs a solid version of this in their back pocket, since real mashed potatoes are off the table. … Read more

Easy Keto Corned Beef Hash

keto corned beef hash on a plate with an egg on top

I will admit I am a sucker for the canned version with those tiny diced potatoes. Keto corned beef hash lets me have that same diner breakfast again, minus the potatoes that never belonged on a keto plate anyway. The secret is the part of the cauliflower most people throw away. The hard white stem … Read more

Keto Lemon-Oregano Chicken Kabobs (Marinated Grilled Skewers)

three keto and low-carb lemon-oregano chicken kabobs on a plate with a side of tzatziki

This is the recipe I hand off to my kids or my husband when I want help getting dinner on the table. Keto lemon-oregano chicken kabobs need a bit of upfront prep, but most of it can happen well before the grill is even hot. The longer the chicken sits in the marinade, the better … Read more

Keto Shrimp and Cauliflower Salad (Bright Lemon Herb Dressing)

A colorful salad with shrimp, cauliflower and veggies in a lemon dressing

I ketoized this from a shrimp and orzo salad by Ina Garten, swapping the orzo for cauliflower and keeping everything else close to the original. Keto shrimp and cauliflower salad turned out to be one of the recipes people ask me for by name at gatherings. This is the ideal dish for parties, gatherings, pot … Read more

Sausage & Kale in Wine Garlic Sauce

Keto and low-carb sausage & kale in a white wine garlic sauce with peppers on a square plate.

Sausage shows up on my dinner table often, and I was tired of the same two directions, a red sauce or sauerkraut and mustard. Keto sausage and kale in white wine garlic sauce was what happened when I looked in the fridge instead of reaching for the usual. I had frozen Italian sausage, a big … Read more

Keto Cauliflower No-Mac ‘n Cheese

keto cauliflower no-mac 'n cheese in blue ramekins with lid

My son wanted homemade mac and cheese for his birthday, and I was not about to eat a plate of pasta on lazy keto. Keto cauliflower no-mac and cheese was the answer, a cheese sauce built for cauliflower instead of noodles. Traditional cheese sauce leans on flour to thicken it. This one skips flour entirely, … Read more

Keto Cauliflower Rice (Simple 3-Ingredient Low-Carb Side Dish)

Making Cauliflower Rice is easy!

The frozen cauliflower rice bags at the store cost more than a whole head of cauliflower, and most of them come loaded with extra seasoning you may not want. Keto cauliflower rice made from scratch takes about the same five minutes, minus the markup. I buy extra heads when cauliflower goes on sale and freeze … Read more

Easy Keto Philly Cheesesteak

Keto Philly Cheesesteak Stacks on a plate with soup in the background

This is the dinner I make when I want a Philly cheesesteak and don’t want to deal with a roll. Thin-sliced beef, sauteed peppers, onions, and mushrooms go into a baking dish, get topped with cheese, and go under the broiler until melted. This keto Philly cheesesteak recipe is built for one, though it scales … Read more

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