Stick to Your Goals This Season with These Keto Christmas Recipes
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Stick to Your Goals This Season with These Keto Christmas Recipes
If there's a time when everyone seems to be ready to relax their dietary restrictions, it's at the Christmas feast. But if you're one of those who find the keto diet works, then you know how important it is to follow the diet closely. (No one wants to go through keto flu more than they have to!) So what's a faithful keto-dieter to do? Make sure there are some enjoyable options on the table! In that spirit, here are our favorite, tastiest keto-friendly Christmas feast dishes so that you can enjoy the meal as much as everyone else.
Dana Gallagher - 2/16
Baked Fresh Ham with Herbes de Provence
Typical cured Christmas hams are far too sugary-sweet to be keto-friendly, but this fresh ham packs in tons of savory flavor thanks to a combo of thyme, tarragon, rosemary, and lavender. It'll perfume the house with delicious aromas!
John Kernick - 3/16
Braised Beef with Tomatoes and Onions
If beef is more to your liking, skip the roast, which can turn out dry, and try this saucy braised number. Keto-friendly tomatoes and onions, as well as plenty of herbs keep it low-carb and delicious.
Becky Luigart-Stayner - 4/16
Steamed Artichokes with Smoked Paprika Aioli
Is there anything more elegant than steamed artichokes? Here, an absolutely to-die-for garlic sauce adds a ton of flavor, and keeps the carbs at bay.
Hector M. Sanchez - 5/16
Broccoli and Cauliflower Gratin
Yes, you'll want to include vegetables in your dinner spread—but be careful which ones you choose. Broccoli and cauliflower are both keto friendly, especially when you load them up with cheesy, creamy goodness. Just be sure to use a keto-friendly flour substitute, like almond flour.
Dana Gallagher - 6/16
Herbed Cheese Ball
Your appetizer table needs this cheese ball packed with flavorful herbs and coated in crunchy pine nuts.
Brian Woodcock - 7/16
Easiest Salt-and-Pepper Turkey
If you're the kind of household that loves a good Christmas turkey, then you're in luck: The holiday's centerpiece dish is keto-friendly as-is! This simple recipe gets plenty of flavor—and extra crispy skin—from lots of butter and a generous dash of salt.
Hearst Owned - 8/16
Salt-and-Pepper Charred Green Beans
You won't believe how flavorful these green beans are with just a little bit of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Brian Woodcock - 9/16
Garlic Butter Mushrooms
This rich, garlicky side dish is an easy addition to the holiday table. And it's so packed with flavor that you may want to make extra—so your non-keto family and friends won't take it all.
Get the recipe at Sweet Tea and Thyme.
Courtesy Sweet Tea and Thyme - 10/16
Pan Fried Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Parmesan
This is one of two different Brussels sprouts recipes we're recommending, because they're both so different, and both so good! Here, generously crisped sprouts are paired with bacon and cheese, then dressed in a delicious aioli sauce.
Get the recipe at Cooks with Soul.
Courtesy Cooks with Soul - 11/16
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Brussels Sprouts & Bacon
This cheesy, creamy casserole-like dish is even ooier, and even more packed with fat and protein, keeping it squarely keto-friendly. You may need extra helpings of both dishes to decide which one is better.
Get the recipe at Cafe Delites.
Courtesy Cafe Delites - 12/16
Mashed Cauliflower with Garlic, Sour Cream, and Parmesan
Mashed potatoes may be off the table, but that doesn't mean you need to miss out! This mashed cauliflower is packed with butter, Parm, and sour cream, so it's got all the flavors you love most.
Get the recipe at Cafe Delites.
Courtesy Cafe Delites - 13/16
Grilled Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
These three-ingredient spears are elegant, delicious, and a great low-carb way to round out your Christmas plate.
Get the recipe at SkinnyTaste.
Courtesy SkinnyTaste - 14/16
Wilted Baby Spinach with Garlic and Oil
Flavorful and nutritious, this high-fiber green adds lots of flavor without the carbs.
Get the recipe at SkinnyTaste.
Courtesy SkinnyTaste - 15/16
Ratatouille
This rich stewed veggie dish is an ideal Christmas side: It can be made easily ahead of time, and easily brightens any plate.
Get the recipe at Belly Full.
Courtesy Belly Full - 16/16
Keto Chocolate Fat Bomb
No, you don't have to skip dessert. This rich, creamy, chocolate dessert is similar to ice cream, but not quite as sweet. Enjoy it as a post-dinner treat, and celebrate keeping to your plan!
Get the recipe at Simply LaKita.
Courtesy Simply LaKita
