Following a ketogenic diet can seem daunting at times, especially when trying to find recipes that everyone in the family will enjoy. The good news is that there are plenty of delicious, keto-friendly recipes that your whole family will love.
Here are some keto-friendly recipes that are sure to be a hit with your entire family:
1. Keto Meatballs
Meatballs are a classic family meal that is easy to make and loved by all. To make keto meatballs, simply swap out breadcrumbs for almond flour and use a low-carb tomato sauce for dipping.
Ingredients:
– 1 lb. ground beef
– 1/2 cup almond flour
– 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
– 1 egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Low-carb tomato sauce for dipping
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, almond flour, parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. Use your hands or a spoon to mix the ingredients together until well combined.
4. Shape the mixture into 1 1/2 inch balls and place them on a baking sheet.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
6. Serve with low-carb tomato sauce for dipping.
2. Keto Lasagna
Lasagna is a classic family dinner that can be made keto-friendly by using thinly sliced zucchini or eggplant instead of noodles. Layer the vegetables with meat sauce and ricotta cheese for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients:
– 1 lb. ground beef
– 1/2 onion, diced
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 jar low-carb tomato sauce
– 1 large zucchini, thinly sliced
– 1 cup ricotta cheese
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned.
3. Add onion and garlic and cook for a few minutes until soft.
4. Stir in the tomato sauce and let simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, slice the zucchini into thin rounds with a mandoline or knife.
6. In a 9×13 inch baking dish, layer the zucchini and meat sauce.
7. Drop spoonfuls of ricotta cheese over the top of the meat sauce.
8. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
9. Repeat the layers, ending with mozzarella cheese on top.
10. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
11. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
3. Keto Chicken Alfredo
Everyone loves a creamy, cheesy pasta dish, and this keto-friendly chicken alfredo hits the spot without all the carbs. Use zucchini noodles or shirataki noodles for a low-carb alternative to pasta.
Ingredients:
– 4 chicken breasts, cut into strips
– 2 tbsp. olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tbsp. butter
– Zucchini noodles or shirataki noodles
Directions:
1. Season the chicken strips with salt and pepper.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the garlic.
6. Cook for a few minutes until fragrant.
7. Stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese.
8. Cook until the sauce thickens and the cheese is melted.
9. Return the chicken to the skillet and stir to coat with the sauce.
10. Serve over zucchini noodles or shirataki noodles.
Conclusion:
Eating a ketogenic diet doesn’t mean sacrificing delicious and satisfying meals for the whole family. With these keto-friendly recipes, your family can enjoy their favorite meals without the carbs. From meatballs to lasagna to chicken alfredo, these recipes are sure to become family favorites.
