Low Carb Side Dishes for Keto Diet
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24 Delicious Keto Thanksgiving Dishes That Won't Break Your Diet
Here's how to cook up keto-friendly side dishes, desserts, and of course, turkey.
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One of the things most people look forward to about Thanksgiving is the food. From delicious appetizers to sides to the main courses (usually turkey), and then ending on a sweet note with dessert, the options are abundant for crafting the perfect Thanksgiving menu. But eating on the holiday can be a bit of a challenge if you're following a ketogenic diet. That's where these keto Thanksgiving recipes come in.
The ketogenic or "keto" diet involves eating foods high in fat and low in carbohydrates to get your body to use fat as its energy source, resulting in ketosis. Luckily for keto dieters however, the star of everyone's Thanksgiving table is completely keto-friendly. Turkey is naturally low in carbs, leaving room for you to get creative with your leftover turkey sandwiches after the holiday is over. Other popular Thanksgiving foods high in carbs like stuffing, mashed potatoes, and gravy can be tempting, but there are ways to still enjoy your dinner table favorites without breaking your diet. Swapping out regular flour, pasta noodles and rice for substitutes like cauliflower, heart of palm and almond flour allow for a Thanksgiving meal that doesn't sacrifice flavor.
With a little finesse, you can even partake in eating pumpkin pie, cookies, and cheesecake all thanks to these substitutes. These keto Thanksgiving recipes are sure to have friends and family who aren't on the keto diet asking for seconds.
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Low-Carb Quiche Biscuits with Bacon, Cheddar, and Chives
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Cheesy Keto Mashed Cauliflower
Mashed cauliflower is a great dupe for mashed potatoes, and in this keto recipe, the creamy cheese adds a similar fluffy texture.
Get the recipe at Good Housekeeping.
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Keto Gravy
Regular gravy recipes call for flour, so if you're on a keto diet, you probably skip out on this essential Thanksgiving sauce. But with this keto gravy, you can now enjoy it along with the rest of your family thanks to xanthan gum.
Get the recipe at Delish.
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Keto Stuffed Cabbage
Cauliflower rice is the key ingredient to making this stuffed cabbage recipe keto-friendly.
Get the recipe at Delish.
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Keto Pumpkin Cheesecake
Is it really Thanksgiving if you don't have at least one pumpkin dessert on the table? With this gluten-free pumpkin cheesecake recipe, you can satisfy your sweet tooth all while sticking to a keto diet.
Get the recipe at Delish.
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Flourless Chocolate-Walnut Cookies
Since flour is a huge no-no for the keto diet, these chocolatey cookies are a lifesaver for a keto Thanksgiving dessert spread.
Get the recipe at Good Housekeeping.
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Keto Stuffing
With keto bread, anything is possible. Well, at least when it comes to making keto stuffing.
Get the recipe at Delish.
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Keto Mac and Cheese
Remove the "mac" from your Thanksgiving mac' and cheese and replace it with cauliflower florets, and you'll have a keto version of the dinner table staple.
Get the recipe at Delish.
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Keto Pork Chops
Mushroom cream sauce belongs on everything, including these juicy keto pork chops.
Get the recipe at Delish.
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Keto Beef Stroganoff
Another keto recipe that calls for a noodle to cauliflower rice swap is for this savory beef stroganoff.
Get the recipe at Delish.
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Keto Beef Stew
A chilly Thanksgiving day calls for a hearty stew gilled with carrots, celery, and of course, beef chuck roast.
Get the recipe at Delish.
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Spicy Lemon Cauliflower
Add a little spice and citrus to your dinner table this year with zesty side dish.
Get the recipe at Country Living.
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Frozen Peanut Butter Fudge Bars
If you're in need of some variety in your dessert options, try these rich, no-bake peanut butter fudge bars.
Get the recipe at Hungry Blonde.
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Keto Cornbread Muffins
Move over dinner rolls, these spicy "corn" bread muffins are here to steal the show.
Get the recipe at Keto Karma.
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Keto Pumpkin Pie
Having a keto Thanksgiving dinner doesn't mean you have to sacrifice your favorite desserts. This keto pumpkin pie uses low-carb pumpkin purée.
Get the recipe at Hey Keto Mama.
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Three-Cheese Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Cups
Whether you make these for finger food or want a unique take on regular mac and cheese, these cups will make a great addition to your keto Thanksgiving menu.
Get the recipe at Hey Keto Mama.
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Low-Carb Chicken Green Bean Casserole
Thanksgiving is the time for casseroles to shine and this creamy chicken and green bean casserole is low in carbs.
Get the recipe at Low Carb Yum.
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Chicken Broccoli Casserole
But if you have broccoli you've been meaning to use, you can swap out the green beans for it, like in this recipe that's also keto-friendly.
Get the recipe at Low Carb Yum.
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Feta Stuffed Turkey Meatloaf
If you want to serve your turkey differently this year, opt for this stuffed turkey meatloaf. Feta cheese, spinach, and Tzatziki sauce (which is optional) come together for a filling main course.
Get the recipe at All Day I Dream About Food.
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Instant Pot Turkey Stuffed Bell Peppers
Use bell peppers to hold all that turkey, cauliflower rice, and cheesy goodness.
Get the recipe at Plating Pixels.
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Keto Baked Breaded Chicken Breast
This baked chicken recipe uses almond meal instead of bread to make the perfect keto protein.
Get the recipe at Plating Pixels.
Kristen Adaway As the Associate Digital Editor for Woman's Day, Kristen covers almost everything under the lifestyle umbrella, including holidays, food, and home.
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Low Carb Side Dishes for Keto Diet
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