When you choose to go on a keto diet, you are starting a super healthy, exciting way of eating that still allows you to enjoy a lot of your favorite recipes. However, what if you also want to follow a vegetarian diet? Is it possible to enjoy a low carb and vegetarian meal? Well, I think these 24 recipes will prove that it is!
There are so many delicious keto dinner recipes out there, but for this post, I thought we should switch it up a bit by including some of the meatless options for you. Maybe you're vegetarian or it's one of those days where you just don't feel like eating meat, maybe you're trying to lower your animal protein consumption. Whatever the case may be, I think there is something on this list for everyone to enjoy. I have rounded up some of the best vegetarian recipes that are also keto-friendly, giving you lots of options to choose from so that your keto diet and your vegetarian diet will both be a success.
Obvious choices for a meatless meal are soups and salads (and I have included a few of those here. As a vegetarian, you likely have a lot of soup and salad recipes already on hand- they always seem to be the staples! We have added a few of those classic favorites to the list to give you some new keto options to add to your list of favorites. Cauliflower bisque may be my favorite soup as it is really creamy and filling while still being totally low carb. The spicy Thai salad is a great way to liven up your lunch, giving it a tasty kick of flavor without adding any meat or carbs to your diet. Curried squash soup is another one that you must try especially on a colder day when you need a bowl of something warm to keep you cozy.
You'll see from this list that the possibilities are way beyond just soup and salad! Some of my favorite meals happen to be meatless – just because its meatless doesn't mean it has to be mediocre! There are tons of amazing options in this roundup that prove that meat is not necessary. Penne all Vodka cauliflower casserole is one dish that is definitely a crowd-pleaser. It has everything a traditional Italian meal would include without all the carbs. Low carb tofu satay is one that is perfect for both lunch and dinner. Make a lot of that recipe at dinner time and then enjoy it at lunch the next day- it reheats really well!
Please note that many of the recipes listed here do contain dairy products so they may not fit into a vegan lifestyle. however, none of them contain meat or lots of carbs. Some on the list are vegan though so definitely take a look! You can also make a few substitutions to transform the recipes into a vegan meal. Olive oil in place of butter, unsweetened almond milk in place of cream and you are good to go! Following multiple dietary requirements can be tricky so we are here to make it as easy for you as possible. Enjoy!
Simple Summer Spiraled Cucumber Salad–Sorry for the bad pictures. As it usually works out, I wasn’t planning on doing a recipe today. However, as simple as it might be, this cucumber salad totally deserves a spot. Why? Because it’s delicious, that’s why. Can’t you just taste it through the screen? Cut The Wheat
GREEN CHILE ENCHILADAS – Linda's Low Carb–This is as close to my regular Green Enchilada recipe as I could get and make them low carb. Now we can enjoy and old family favorite again. This recipe is the basis of some of my other low carb creations – Green Enchilada Chicken and Green “Enchilada” Chicken Casserole. Linda's Low Carb
CAULIFLOWER BISQUE – Linda's Low Carb–This reminded me of the Leek and Potato Soup that I'd eaten several times while in England and is one of my favorite soups. You could also add some cooked shrimp or crab for a seafood bisque. Linda's Low Carb
Low Carb Tofu Satay – Anna's Low Carb Kitchen–This simple and delicious Tofu Satay recipe is one of Anna's favourites. Who knew satay sauce could be as easy as a minute in the microwave. Anna's Low Carb Kitchen
Low Carb Feta, Walnut and Cranberry Salad – Anna's Low Carb Kitchen–This Low Carb Feta, Walnut and Cranberry salad is super simple, Vegetarian friendly and can be thrown together in seconds. Anna
Yummy Spinach Pie–If you're looking for tasty ways to incorporate more greens into your low-carb diet, this Yummie Spinach Pie is a special treat. KICKIN' CARB CLUTTER
Low Carb Spicy Thai Salad with Cashews – lowcarb-ology–Low Carb Spicy Thai Salad with Cashews has big flavor for about 7 carbs a serving. It is spicy and tangy, crunchy, rich, sweet and everything in between. lowcarb-ology
Spinach Mushroom Cheese Quiche (Crustless) | Low Carb Yum–This low carb spinach mushroom cheese quiche is quick and easy to prepare when you don't have a lot of time for dinner. Can be made with or without a crust. Low Carb Yum
Green FatHead Pizza – Ditch The Carbs–FatHead pizza just got better – green FatHead pizza is incredible, fresh and healthy. Keep the recipe and try it out this weekend. Low carb greatness. Ditch The Carbs
Fat Burning Soup — Great for the Flu Too! (Dairy-Free)–I call this “fat burning soup” because it’s low in carbs and has ingredients like cayenne pepper and coconut oil which boost metabolism and help burn fat. Low-Carb, So Simple!
4-Ingredient Avocado Chipotle Soup aka Fat Bomb Soup–Ever thought of fat bombs as a soup before? It’s not as weird as it sounds; in fact, it’s delicious. Low-Carb, So Simple!
Penne alla Vodka Cauliflower Casserole – Low Carb – IBIH–This low carb & gluten free Penne alla Vodka recipe uses cauliflower to stand in for the pasta and it's just as satisfying & delicious as the real thing! I Breathe I\
Keto Curried Squash Soup – Whole 30 | I Breathe I'm Hungry–This Keto Curried Squash Soup is comforting and hearty, but also dairy free and Whole 30 compliant for your January reboot! Bonus points for being super easy to make and reheating perfectly for lunch or dinner all week long! Atkins, vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, egg free & nut free. I Breathe I'm Hungry
Low Carb Mushroom Risotto with Cauliflower Rice–Low Carb Mushroom Risotto with Cauliflower Rice Peace Love and Low Carb
SuperFood Keto Soup | The KetoDiet App–This recipe is great for a keto / paleo diet because it's low in carbs and very high in micronutrients. I used watercress, one of the most underestimated superfoods. Together with Chinese cabbage, chard and spinach, it has the highest amounts of micronutrients amongst greens. KetoDiet App
Keto Pumpkin & Spinach Cannelloni | The KetoDiet App–Low-Carb and vegetarian keto dish made with roasted pumpkin, cauliflower and leeks, and paired with the tang of goat’s cheese nestled in a bed of luscious creamy cheese and basil sauce. KetoDiet App
Low-Carb Vegetarian Greek Briam | The KetoDiet App–Contrary to common belief, a keto diet doesn't need to be “zero-carb” and you can in fact include a large variety of non-starchy vegetables. This Greek Briam is one of the best vegetable dishes you can have on a low-carb diet. KetoDiet App
Vegetarian Keto Lasagna | The KetoDiet App–This delicious meal is based on a popular recipe, Eggplant Lasagna from the KetoDiet App. Following several requests from my readers, this one is meat-free. As some of you may have guessed, I used eggplant slices and thin egg omelettes to reduce the overall carb count per serving. KetoDiet
Vegetarian Keto Tikka Masala | The KetoDiet App–This tasty aromatic Indian classic can be made in just half an hour. High in healthy fats and low in carbs, it's the perfect keto, paleo & vegan dish! KetoDiet App
Vegetarian Keto Burgers | The KetoDiet App–I know that people who don't eat meat find it more difficult to stick with a low-carb, keto diet. If you want to learn more, I have discussed vegetarian and vegan keto diets in this post. This recipe is a great vegetarian option and even meat-eaters will like it. I used my Keto Buns recipe to make these burgers. KetoDiet App
Quinoa and Black Bean Stuffed Peppers (Gluten-Free Guest Post)–To continue my current trend of a guest post a week, I am so pleased to be bringing you the lovely Cassie of Bake Your Day. Cassie's lovely blog has inspired me more than a few times, most notably with my very popular Cinnamon Roll Scones. Those were pure genius and the minute I saw them, I knew I needed to come up with a low carb version. Cassie is a wonderfully supportive fellow blogger and I am so pleased that she said yes to my request for a guest post. All Day I Dream About Food
Roasted Garlic and Chevre Lasagne – Low Carb and Gluten-Free–This gorgeous white lasagne is made with eggplant as the noodles so it's naturally lower in carbs and completely gluten-free. Today I am sharing a guest post from my lovely friend, Katie Webster of Healthy Seasonal Recipes. Katie is a true delight. She's sweet, funny, and has an infectious laugh. She also happens to be a trained chef, food stylist and photographer. When I put out a call for a few guest posts after my husband's accident, Katie instantly stepped up to the plate. All Day I Dream About Food
Zucchini Ricotta Tart–This delicious low carb zucchini tart makes a great side dish or main course. It's perfect for Meatless Monday or if you just feel like going vegetarian for a change. Yes, yes, I am still harvesting some monster zucchinis out of my single plant. It always seems like there is a huge end-of-the-summer glut of zukes, like the plants know they have to crank it all out before the cold weather arrives. In my low carb world, zucchini is really always in season because it's so wildly useful. All Day I Dream About Food
Japanese Pumpkin Soup [VIDEO]–Keto, Paleo & Super Filling! This video recipe has been in the works for over a month! We first posted about editing the video on our Instagram but only a few days later, my laptop decided to spontaneously burst into non-functionality. Tasteaholics
Mediterranean Zucchini Noodle Pasta – Low Carb, Gluten Free, Primal–I love, love, love the combination of olive oil, garlic and butter on noodles. Zucchini noodles are no exception to this rule. This dish is packed with flavor and super easy to make. It is also great served as a cold salad. Peace Love and Low Carb
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Dr. Rosmy Barrios, MD is an aesthetic medicine specialist whose work focuses on patients who are treated for obesity, metabolic syndrome, and other weight-related issues through nutritional analysis, keto diet programs, and supporting medications.
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