High protein low carb lunch ideas
There are many easy and delicious recipes that can be included in a ketogenic diet. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
Avocado Egg Cups: Simply crack an egg into a halved avocado, season with salt and pepper, and bake in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes.
Keto-Friendly Breakfast Smoothie: Combine coconut milk, avocado, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a scoop of low-carb protein powder for a chocolatey breakfast smoothie.
Keto-Friendly Caesar Salad: Toss romaine lettuce with a homemade Caesar dressing made from mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and anchovy paste, and top with grilled chicken or salmon.
Keto-Friendly Chili: Brown ground beef and onions in a large pot, then add canned tomatoes, diced bell peppers, and spices. Simmer for about 30 minutes and serve with shredded cheese and sour cream.
Keto-Friendly Chicken Parmesan: Bread chicken breasts in almond flour and parmesan cheese, and bake in the oven until cooked through. Top with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese, and broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Quick and Easy Keto Lunch Ideas
Here are a few easy keto diet recipes that you might enjoy:
Avocado egg bites: Combine 2 mashed avocados, 4 beaten eggs, and a handful of shredded cheese in a muffin tin. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until set.
Keto meatballs: Mix together 1 pound of ground meat (beef, pork, or turkey), 1 beaten egg, 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and a handful of chopped fresh herbs (such as basil or parsley). Form into meatballs and bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
Keto chicken and broccoli: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan and add 1 pound of cubed chicken breast. Cook until no longer pink, then add a head of broccoli florets and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup of heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Keto tuna salad: Mix together 2 cans of drained and flaked tuna, 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, 1/4 cup of diced red onion, 1/4 cup of diced celery, and a handful of chopped fresh herbs (such as dill or parsley). Serve over lettuce or with low-carb crackers.
Keto spinach and feta omelet: Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a pan and add 2 beaten eggs. Cook until set, then top with a handful of spinach and a few crumbles of feta cheese. Fold in half and cook for an additional minute, or until the cheese is melted.
Satisfying Keto Lunch
Here are a few more easy keto diet recipes:
Keto buffalo chicken wraps: Mix together 3 ounces of cream cheese, 1/4 cup of hot sauce, and a handful of shredded cooked chicken. Spread the mixture onto a large lettuce leaf and roll up.
Keto pesto chicken: Place 1 pound of chicken breasts in a baking dish and top with 1/4 cup of pesto sauce. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
Keto bacon and egg cups: Line a muffin tin with slices of bacon and crack an egg into each one. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until the eggs are set.
Keto taco salad: Mix together 1 pound of ground meat (beef, pork, or turkey), 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning, and a can of drained diced tomatoes. Serve over lettuce and top with shredded cheese, sour cream, and diced avocado.
Keto salmon cakes: Mix together 1 pound of canned salmon, 1 beaten egg, 1/4 cup of almond flour, and a handful of diced green onions. Form into patties and pan-fry in a little oil until golden brown on both sides.
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