What is sabotaging my keto diet?

Not Eating Enough Carbs According to experts, a person should consume up to 50 grams of carbs per day to be able to stay in ketosis, so instead of cutting carbs completely, incorporate complex nutrient-dense carbs in your meal prep.

How to stay keto at Christmas?

To stay Keto during the holidays, there's just one rule to follow: Eat Keto-approved foods . Along with the usual suspects (meat, fish, eggs, nuts, healthy fats, low-carb vegetables), you can spice it up with low-carb holiday treats. There are so many Keto sweets to choose from.

What foods can you eat unlimited amounts of on keto?

Foods you can eat on the keto diet include fish and seafood, meat and poultry, non-starchy vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, and zucchini, avocados, berries, nuts and seeds, eggs, high-fat dairy products, olive oil and other oils, and high-cocoa chocolate.

What is a keto breakfast?

Eggs are a great keto diet choice, and you can ply yourself with fiber, vitamins, and minerals by eating an omelet with low-carb veggies . Try onions, mushrooms, garlic, spinach, bell pepper, and squash as options.

What is the hardest day of keto?

1. The First 10 Days May Be The Toughest Many people starting off keto will go through this and it's often referred to as the “Keto Flu”. It's caused by your body adjusting to burning fat for energy instead of carbs and it can make you feel weak and lethargic.

How to get back to ketosis quickly?

Strategies for encouraging the body to enter ketosis include: Significantly reducing the carbohydrate intake. ... Increasing physical activity. ... Fasting for short periods. ... Increasing healthful fat intake. ... Testing ketone levels. ... Checking protein intake. ... Consuming more MCT oil.

Should you start keto cold turkey?

Consider easing in. “ Prior to starting a keto diet, individuals may benefit from tapering down their carbohydrate intake, instead of reducing carbs cold turkey ,” says Lara Clevenger, a ketogenic dietitian-nutritionist with a private practice in New Smyrna Beach, Florida.

Why is keto not working for me anymore?

You're eating too many carbs One of the main reasons people don't lose weight on the ketogenic diet is that they're consuming too many carbs. To reach the state of ketosis — a metabolic state in which your body burns fat for energy instead of glucose — carbohydrate intake must be drastically reduced.

What to do when you mess up your keto diet?

Here are a few tips to help you get back into ketosis: Try intermittent fasting. Combining intermittent fasting with the keto diet may help your body shift its fuel source from carbs to fat ( 9 ). Track your carb intake. ... Try a short-term fat fast. ... Exercise more. ... Try a medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) supplement. Jun 2, 2020

What throws me out of ketosis?

Sugar and sweetened beverages . Too much fruit. Processed meats (these often have hidden sugars) Fat-free and low-fat dairy (too much lactose, which is a dairy sugar)

What can kick you out of ketosis?

Processed meats (they often have hidden sugars) Fat-free and low-fat dairy (too much lactose, a dairy sugar) Starchy vegetables like potatoes, sweet potatoes, yams, and certain winter squash. Too much alcohol (read our keto alcohol guide here)

30 Keto Christmas Recipes! Low Carb Holiday Food So Fabulous You'll Never Miss The Carbs (2024)

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These keto Christmas recipes will help you plan your low carb holiday menu course by course. From make ahead breakfast casseroles to festive appetizers, main dishes, sides and desserts consider your Christmas menu planned!

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Worried about sticking to your low carb or keto diet during the holidays? It’s not just you. Every year, women (and men) with the best intentions slip a little. If you want to make sure that doesn’t happen to you – make a plan!

My first holiday season on keto was not easy.

My family didn’t get it – heck, my mom still can’t pronounce keto: It’s KEY-TOE, Mom!

I made it through by finding fabulous low carb recipes that tasted like the classics – Thanksgiving & Christmas recipes that most of my family members don’t even recognize as “diet”! (If you missed the keto Thanksgiving recipes I’ll forgive you, but you may want to circle back to that one later! Even if it’s just for my friend Kacey’s bacon wrapped turkey recipe!)

What I’m saying is that if this is your first year-err-holiday season on the keto diet you need to prepare for a challenge and come to the table with low carb recipes like these Christmas recipes I’m sharing today.

Here’s how I’ve organized this year’s Christmas feast: breakfasts, appetizers, sides, mains, and then, of course, dessert! To get to any of the recipes super fast just click on the image!

And please, enjoy!

Breakfast Ideas

Make-Ahead Casserole

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Make Christmas morning a little easier by making one of my favorite keto casseroles ahead! This delicious breakfast casserole is the perfect combination of Italian sausage, eggs, Parmesan cheese, and roasted red pepper. Get the recipe on Food Faith Fitness

Make Ahead Sausage + Cheese Casserole

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Make this keto casserole 1-3 days ahead or right now and freeze it for later! Either way, you’ll spend 45 minutes tops on creating this fabulous combination of breakfast sausage, eggs, heavy cream, cheddar cheese, and broccoli. Get the details on Wholesome Yum

Slow-Cooker Breakfast Casserole

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Do you always run out of oven space? Me too! That’s why I’m including this brilliant breakfast casserole you can make in the crockpot! Get the recipe on the KetoDiet App

Sugar-Free Cinnamon Rolls

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Soft & fluffy cinnamon rolls make a great low carb breakfast for Christmas Day. Only 1.3 net grams of carb per roll! Get the recipe on Sugar Free Londoner

Zucchini Fritter Eggs Benedict

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Perfectly poached eggs with Hollandaise, prosciutto and tomato on a zucchini fritter with 5 net carbs – a perfectly low carb brunch recipe that you can put together in 20 minutes.

Keto Christmas Appetizers

Blinis

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Light, fluffy, and low carb blinis! In case you’re wondering, a blini is a Russian pancake traditionally made from wheat-but these are keto-friendly! Topped with salmon and cream cheese these are the perfect Christmas appetizer! Feel free to impress everyone at your next holiday gathering with your vast knowledge of appetizer trivia. I won’t tell! Get the recipe on KetoDiet App

Cheese, Ham & Olive Bites

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We love a pick up appetizer. Oh, and if you’re going for a rustic look on your holiday grazing table – grab a few of these on Amazon. Get the recipe on My Kitchen Love

Brie

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Everyone will adore this keto-friendly appetizer! Bonus: You can make this one ahead! Get the recipe on gnom-gnom

Mini BLT Party Bagels

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These mini BLT’s make the perfect bite-sized holiday party appetizer!

Salad Kabobs

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There’s something for everyone on an Antipasto platter. You can’t go wrong. Unless you’re hosting a family event in which case, expect some drama. But not over the food! Add all of your (& maybe your sister’s) favorite meats, cheeses, olives, peppers-and don’t forget lettuce for garnish. It’s VIP for the presentation! Get more details on Mantitlement

Bacon Wrapped Scallops

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It’s Christmas so we are upping our appetizer game with seafood & bacon! Make these low carb bacon wrapped scallops in 25 minutes! Get the recipe on Pinch and Swirl

Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus

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Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus A 3 ingredient appetizer you can put together fast and disappears even faster at a get together. Double or triple up! Get the recipe on Low Carb Yum

Cucumber Bites

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If you’ve got 15 minutes then you have plenty of time to get these cucumber bites assembled & ready to go! All you need is cucumber, avocado, smoked salmon, and a few black or white sesame seeds! Get the recipe on Tastaholics

Spinach Dip with Bacon & Roasted Garlic

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Interested in a dip that tastes like heaven mixed with bacon, garlic, and cheese? Warning: This is addictive! For a seriously amazing Christmas appetizer or anytime snack (Why wait for an occasion?) you must have this spinach dip in your life! Get the recipe on Ruled.Me

Crab Stuffed Deviled Eggs

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This clean eating keto recipe is the best of land and sea in an appetizer! Get the fabulous recipe on Our Food Fix

Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Mushrooms

Keto Christmas Side Dishes

Roasted Mushrooms & Veggies

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Mushrooms, cauliflower, tomatoes, and garlic roasted Italian-style! Delicious with a fabulous presentation! Get the recipe on Jo Cooks

Sweet “Potato” Casserole

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Butternut squash subs in this keto-friendly version of a classic holiday recipe. One of my favorite keto Christmas recipes! Get the full recipe on Wholesome Yum

Green Beans with Prosciutto

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This 4 ingredient green bean recipe comes together fast and goes with everything! Get the recipe on Food Faith Fitness

Cheesy Cauliflower Mashed “Potatoes”

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Thick, creamy, and delicious this keto cauliflower side dish is so amazing you will never feel tempted by a potato again! Get the recipe on I Breathe I’m Hungry

Balsamic Roasted Broccoli Salad

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I love a broccoli salad with Christmas dinner! This one has everything you’re looking for in a Christmas side: a strong and bold flavor that goes well with any main course along with a fabulous presentation. Bonus: You can make it in under 30 minutes! Get the recipe on Savory Tooth

Cauliflower Rice Risotto

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If you’re looking for a vegan side to serve or want to try something new this year please let me suggest this delicious cauliflower rice dish! It’s easy and will only take 30 minutes from start to finish! Get the recipe on Detoxinista

Loaded Cauliflower

This loaded cauliflower casserole is the ultimate healthy comfort food swap for mashed potatoes. Loads of cream cheese, cheddar, butter, and bacon combined with cauliflower create an unbelievably delicious side dish that is ready to serve in 45 minutes. Get the recipe on Word To Your Mother Blog

Related: 46 Keto Sides For Every Occasion

The Main Course

Bacon-Wrapped Tenderloin

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Bacon-Wrapped Balsamic & Rosemary Beef Tenderloin If you’re planning on serving (and devouring) a beef tenderloin for Christmas dinner here’s the only recipe you need! Wrapped in bacon and seasoned with rosemary, sage, garlic, butter, and balsamic vinegar this beef tenderloin will be the star of the show! Get this fabulous recipe on The Cookie Writer

Prime Rib

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Garlic Butter Prime Rib This mind-blowing prime rib is melt in your mouth tender with a seared garlic butter herb crust that is nothing short of amazing! Can you sense my enthusiasm for this cut of beef? Get the details on how to prep & cook it on The Recipe Critic

Rosemary & Mustard Glazed Ham

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I believe ham may be mandatory for Christmas dinner-without the carbs of course! Get this low carb recipe on I Breathe I’m Hungry

Desserts

Egg Nog

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Is it Christmas without eggnog? Get your festive drink on with this must-have rich and creamy keto Christmas recipe! Find it on Ruled.Me

Christmas Cookie Martini

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Christmas Cookie Martini Recipe For a dessert beverage that won’t kick you out of ketosis! Get the Martini glasses here

Hot Chocolate

Shortbread Cookies

This (keto) shortbread cookies recipe is easy, low carb, gluten-free, and – it tastes like legit old school classic buttery shortbread. Get the recipe on Word To Your Mother Blog

Chocolate Cake

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This rich and decadent chocolate dessert is perfect for holiday baking and chocolate lovers everywhere:)

Chocolate Truffles

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Satisfy your chocolate cravings & stay in ketosis with this delightful dessert recipe with only 1 net carb per truffle! Get the details on It’s Simple by How To This And That

Pecan Pie Cheesecake

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Make this creamy low carb pecan pie cheesecake in the Instant Pot! Get the recipe on All Day I Dream About Food

Related: 21 Of The Best Keto Christmas Cookies

Grain-Free Rum Balls

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Keto Grain-free Rum Balls One of the healthiest keto Christmas recipes ever! Loaded with protein and omega 3’s these keto rum balls are more than a guilt-free Christmas dessert! Get the recipe on Healthful Pursuit

Fudge

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Chocolate & Walnut Keto Fudge Homemade candy at Christmas is the best & this keto fudge will not disappoint! Get the recipe on Ditch The Carbs

Need More Legit Almost Too Good To Be True Keto Recipes?

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