81 Delicious Savory Low-Carb Vegetarian Recipes
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A question people often ask is whether it is possible to follow a keto diet if you don't eat meat. I'm not a vegetarian but I know that it may be challenging to get enough protein without overeating foods like cheese or nuts. Although these foods are relatively low in carbs, they are calorie dense, easy to overeat and can be the reason for weight stalling. That's why I included a large variety of delicious recipes in this recipe roundup: breakfast meals, lunch and dinner ideas, soups, salads, sides and appetisers. Since desserts are naturally vegetarian, I didn't include them in this roundup. You can find even more vegetarian recipes in the KetoDiet App and the KetoDiet Cookbook.
While it's relatively easy to follow a vegetarian or pescatarian keto diet, it is nearly impossible to follow a vegan keto diet, at least not without taking supplements. If you'd like to why you should include at least some animal products, have a look at my post here: Ketogenic Diet FAQ: Can Vegetarians or Vegans do Ketogenic Diet?
Breakfast
Pesto Scrambled Eggs from KetoDiet
Baby Kale, Mozzarella, and Egg Bake from Kalyn's Kitchen
Soft-boiled Eggs with Steamed Asparagus from Cave Girl Cuisine
Pesto Egg Muffins from KetoDiet
Cheesy Egg Muffins from Nom Nom Paleo
Skillet-Baked Eggs with Spinach, Yogurt, and Chili Oil from Bon Appetit
Grilled avocado with melted cheese & hot sauce from Morsel And Musings
Eggs in Avocado Slices from Apron Strings
Savory Crepes from Keto Adapted
Lunch & Dinner
Egg Stuffed Avocado from KetoDiet
Garlic Parmesan Fried Eggplant from All Day I Dream About Food
Vegetarian Keto Burgers from KetoDiet
Low-Carb Thin Crust White Pizza from KetoDiet
Broccoli Crust Pizza from A Million Miles
Low Carb Falafel with Tahini Sauce from I Breathe, I'm Hungry
Stuffed Eggplant from The Iron You
Keto Vegan "Zoodles" from KetoDiet
Buffalo "Potato" Wedges with Blue Cheese Drizzle from Peace, Love and Low Carb
Low Carb Mushroom Risotto from Keto Adapted
Italian-Style Baked Mushrooms from KetoDiet
Low Carb Cauliflower and Macaroni Cheese Recipe from Grass Fed Girl (use vegetable stock instead of bone broth)
Eggplant Hole in the Head from Primal Palate
Keto Garlic Gnocchi from The Primitive Palate
Crepe Fettuccine with Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella and Pesto from DJ Foodie
Roasted Cauliflower from Keto Adapted
Eggs Florentine from Fluffy Chix Cook
Tex Mex White Egg Pizza from Fluffy Chix Cook
Creamy Mushroom Sauce over Spaghetti Squash from The Healthy Foodie
Portabella Pizza from The Wholesome Dish
Gourmet Low Carb Pizza Recipe For Crust And Toppings from The Nourished Caveman
Grilled Portobello Caesar Salad from All Day I Dream About Food
Grain-free Mac and Cheese from A Girl Worth Saving
Mediterranean "Pasta" from Peace, Love and Low Carb
Twice Baked Spaghetti Squash from All Day I Dream About Food
Soups and Salads
Grilled Vegetable Salad with Olive Oil and Feta from All Day I Dream About Food
Easy Russian Slaw from KetoDiet
Butternut Squash Bisque from The Civilized Caveman
Creamy Red Gazpacho from KetoDiet
Easy Avocado & Egg Salad from KetoDiet
Classic Tricolore Salad from KetoDiet
Zucchini and Yellow Squash Soup with Rosemary and Parmesan from Kalyn's Kitchen
Low-carb "Potato" Salad from KetoDiet
Melitzanosalata (Greek Eggplant Salad) from KetoDiet
Caprese Skewers from KetoDiet
Kale Salad with Olives and Chia Croutons from Healthful Pursuit
Crunchy & Nutty Cauliflower Salad from Low-carb, So Simple
Mediterranean Roasted Cauliflower Salad from Sugar Free Mom
Sides, Snacks and Appetisers
Ultimate Keto Breadsticks from KetoDiet
Low-carb Marinara Sauce from KetoDiet
Best Keto & Paleo Tortillas, Taco Shells & Nachos from KetoDiet
Oopsies from Ditch The Carbs
Tortilla Chips aka Nachos with Salsa from KetoDiet
Czech Marinated Cheese from KetoDiet
Low Carb Chili Doritos from Ditch The Wheat
Sautéed Kohlrabi from Rubies And Radishes
Buttered Brussels Sprouts from KetoDiet
Keto Cheese Sauce from KetoDiet
Creamy Keto Mash from KetoDiet
Taco Turnip Fries from KetoDiet (guest post by Low-Carb, So Simple)
Mustard-Garlic Brussels Sprouts from The Clothes Mae The Girl
Salsa Deviled Eggs from My Organized Chaos
Green Beans with Lemon and Almonds from KetoDiet (guest post by Low-Carb, So Simple)
Ultimate Keto Buns from KetoDiet
Italian-Style Zucchini Rolls from KetoDiet
Low-Carb "French Fries" from KetoDiet
Cauliflower Tortillas from Slim Palate
Rainbow Vegetable Noodles from Peace, Love and Low Carb
Cheese-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms from KetoDiet
Spicy Zucchini Chips from KetoDiet
Rosemary & Garlic Eggplant Chips from KetoDiet
Mushroom Chips from KetoDiet
Duchess Cauliflowers from Low-carb, So Simple
Herb Roasted Olives from Carb Wars
Easy Grain Free Crackers from The Nourished Caveman
Baked Parmesan Zucchini Rounds from Five Heart Home
Butter Pecan Fat Bombs from Fluffy Chix Cook
Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms from Carb Wars
Colorful Asian Slaw from DJ Foodie
Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad from PaleOMG
Guacamole Deviled Eggs from Elana's Pantry
Oven Fried Green Beans from Low Carb Yum
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Comments & ratings (14)
I’m a picky vegetarian and was looking into your 2 week plan. I rarely do eggs so the smoothies with raw eggs or egg powder wouldn’t be an option for me. I could pretty much do everything else on the meal plan but open to suggestions for the smoothie. Currently I make smoothies all the time w fresh fruits ( banana, strawberries, mango, oranges, grapes, anything I have in the house) and almond milk. The only reason I’m not vegan is because I love cheese too much and the “cheeseless” cheese doesn’t donit for me.
Thanks for the suggestions!!
Hi T, you could use some of the suggested alternatives in the smoothies. So in this case you can try 1-2 tbsp coconut butter or almond butter, or even chia seeds. This will have an effect on the nutrition facts as the protein content will be much lower. To boost the protein content, you could use whey protein powder instead. I hope this helps!
Thank you for this article of recipes. I do eat meats but am tired of the high cost of them and had been looking for other protein/veggie recipes instead
This is a wonderful post because this recipe has everything which makes a food delightful. I am going to make this recipe for dinner. I will share how it taste.
The recipes look tasty, but I'm not seeing much protein except from eggs and cheese.
Hi Westy, there is not much more to choose from on a vegetarian keto/primal or paleo diet. In addition to eggs and cheese, you can use whey or egg white protein powder.
Martina this post is amazing! Thank you so much for thinking about your vegetarian followers like me. Definitely going to refer to this post often!
You're welcome! I'll have a vegetarian & keto e-book (diet plan) available to download very soon (see ketodietapp.com/books) 😊
You have put in a lot of work and many thanks for doing so. It is such a great resource for people like me. Wanted to know if the recipes on this page could be substituted for some of those on the 2 Week vegetarian Keto plan. I would prefer some variety and am not averse to cooking new stuff!
Yes, I think you could do that - or if you go to "Recipes" on my blog and filter for "vegetarian", you will find even more 😊
What a great round-up of tasty vegetarian recipes! Thanks for including my recipe, and fun to see so many familiar blogs.
You're welcome Kalyn! I love your blog - it's full of delicious low-carb recipes!
Gorgeous! Thanks for including my Squash Blossom recipe!
You're welcome Judy! That recipe is amazing - I tried it when I was in Greece 😊