22 Low-Carb Recipes That’ll Make You Say “Carbs Who?”

If you’ve ever thought going low-carb means giving up the good stuff, think again. These 22 recipes are here to prove otherwise—with juicy meats, cheesy bakes, and creative swaps that’ll have you fooled. They’re easy, filling, and so tasty you might just forget what carbs even taste like. Who needs pasta when cauliflower can do this much heavy lifting?

Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs

Make juicy broiled chicken thighs in less than 25 minutes. With hints of lemon and garlic, this delicious low carb chicken thigh recipe is great for a weeknight dinner. It's sure to please even the pickiest of eaters!
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Sauteed Cast Iron Brussel Sprouts with Bacon

Sauteed Cast Iron Brussels Sprouts with Bacon in a white bowl with red pepper flakes, a spoon, and a fork. — Sauteed Cast Iron Brussel Sprouts with Bacon. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Sautéed Cast Iron Brussels Sprouts with Bacon is a quick and easy side dish that's full of flavor! With only 5 ingredients and a cast iron skillet, clean up and prep is a breeze!
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Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower (Keto & Gluten Free)

Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower in a white bowl with a spoon, parsley, butter, salt, and black pepper. — Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower (Keto & Gluten Free). Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower is a great low carb alternative to potatoes! These Cauliflower mashed potatoes are deliciously buttery! Also, this mashed cauliflower recipe is low in carbs and is a healthy side dish!
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Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables

You'll love this easy Sheet Pan and Chicken and Vegetables recipe. It's great for a lazy dinner idea.
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Easy Keto Mexican Casserole

This Easy Keto Mexican Casserole is made with ground beef, low carb tortillas, and your favorite taco toppings! It'll be you're new go-to weeknight meal! It's cheesy, juicy goodness! It's perfect for meal prepping too!
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Deviled Eggs Without Mustard

These deviled eggs without mustard taste just like classic deviled eggs but with apple cider vinegar in place of dijon mustard. They're a creamy, delicious appetizer everyone should try!
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Air Fryer Pepperoni Pizza Peppers

Plate of pizza peppers and marinara sauce. — Air Fryer Pepperoni Pizza Peppers. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Air Fryer Pepperoni Pizza Peppers are a delicious, low carb appetizer!
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Easy Homemade Pork Sausage

A blue plate with meat, potatoes and tomatoes. — Easy Homemade Pork Sausage. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

This easy, homemade pork sausage recipe is so versatile! Use it with potatoes, breakfast burritos, breakfast pockets, and more!
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Instant Pot Zucchini Lasagna

Dish of zucchini lasagna with a fork full of lasagna in the foreground. — Instant Pot Zucchini Lasagna. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Homemade Instant Pot Zucchini Lasagna is so easy and delicious!
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Baked Eggs Florentine with Ham

Bacon and eggs on a plate with a cup of coffee. — Baked Eggs Florentine with Ham. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Perfect for leisurely breakfasts or brunches, these delicious Baked Eggs Florentine with Ham are a fabulous way to spend any morning.
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Chicken Zoodle Soup

A person holding a bowl of chicken and zucchini soup. — Chicken Zoodle Soup. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Chicken Zoodle Soup is a keto classic, and in this recipe, I show you how to get simmered all day flavor in a jiffy!
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Cream of Mushroom Soup

A white bowl of soup with mushrooms and chives. — Cream of Mushroom Soup. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Mushroom Soup should be creamy, thick, and loaded with tender chunks of plump mushrooms - and that's just what you'll get with this rich and chunky keto Mushroom Soup!
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Beef Jerky in the Dehydrator

Beef jerky on a dehydrator rack. — Beef Jerky in the Dehydrator. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

A fun and easy kitchen project, homemade beef jerky is also the perfect snack!
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Ground Beef Jerky

This Easy Homemade Ground Beef Jerky Recipe is Budget-Friendly to make, especially when you have teens and tweens who eat jerky like it’s going out of style. Make a batch and see how easy jerky at home can be!
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Quick Skillet Shrimp Fajitas

Shrimp and peppers in a skillet with serving spoon. — Quick Skillet Shrimp Fajitas. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Quick Skillet Shrimp Fajitas are a quick, healthy, delicious one-pot meal that the whole family loves.
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IP Parmesan Asparagus Recipe

Asparagus on a black plate with parmesan cheese. — IP Parmesan Asparagus Recipe. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

IP Parmesan Asparagus Recipe is a simple yet delicious side dish that you can steam until tender in just minutes.
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Peach Tomato Caprese Salad

Sliced peaches, tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella slices on a tray. — Peach Tomato Caprese Salad. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Peach Tomato Caprese Salad Recipe is full of juicy peaches, fragrant basil, creamy fresh mozzarella, and tender lettuce.
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Crack Chicken

Creamy ranch chicken, smoky bacon, and tons of cheese come together in this Instant Pot Crack Chicken recipe. It is easy to make and cooks in just 15 minutes.
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Keto Cheese Taco Shells

A cheese taco shell filled with ground beef, sour cream, guacamole, and tomatoes. — Keto Cheese Taco Shells. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

These super crunchy taco shells are made out of cheese are keto and gluten-free. Cheese taco shells really do makes the most craveable tacos ever!
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Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash

Much quicker than oven-baked, Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash is such a simple side dish! Slash your calories in half and boost the nutrition on your plate with this 30-minute gluten-free pasta alternative.
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Delicious Sautéed Asparagus and Mushrooms Recipe

Sauteed asparagus and mushrooms on a white plate. — Delicious Sautéed Asparagus and Mushrooms Recipe. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This simple asparagus and mushrooms recipe combines fresh asparagus with Baby Bella mushrooms seasoned with delicious Asian seasonings.
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The Best Chinese Sweet And Spicy Chicken Recipe

Close-up of sesame chicken with chopped green peppers and sesame seeds on a bed of white rice. — The Best Chinese Sweet And Spicy Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This Chinese sweet and spicy chicken has a wonderful combination of sweet and spicy flavors that will have you coming back for more!
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