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50 Keto Side Dish Recipes

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With the holiday season coming soon and football season in full swing, side dishes are in high demand! If you are following a keto diet and you aren’t sure what to bring for a dish to pass at your next party, or even if you just need something to serve alongside your family’s dinner, you are in luck! These 50 keto side dish recipes are RIGHT HERE for you!

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Keto Side Dish Recipes to WOW your family and friends!

When on a keto diet, it can be very difficult to find keto side dish recipes that don’t have like a GAZILLION carbs!! Most side dishes are made with potatoes, rice, pasta or other starches. Obviously, if you are keto, this is kind of a BIG problem!

Whether you are heading to a party, making a meal for your family, or whatever the occasion, side dishes are an important part of every meal! Especially with football parties, tailgating, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the holiday season coming up!

Believe it or not, side dishes that are low in carbs DO exist! Many keto side dishes are made with low-carb vegetables such as broccoli, zucchini, and the most popular – CAULIFLOWER! You are also in luck if you are a cheese-lover, because lots of keto side dishes are SUPER cheesy!

In this post, I have included 50 of the best keto side dishes that I am certain you will LOVE! There is something for everybody!

1) Keto Cheesy Breadsticks

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

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Do you love cheesy breadsticks? Then you will love my nut free keto cheesy breadsticks recipe!

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2) Keto BLT Dip

Photo & Recipe Courtesy of Real Balanced

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Your guests will LOVE this flavorful dip!

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3) Bacon Green Bean Casserole

Photo & Recipe Courtesy of Real Balanced

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Who doesn’t love a yummy, straight-out-of-the-oven casserole on a brisk fall day? I know I do! Casseroles are one of those food types that are always SO tasty and comforting. This green bean casserole is just that. It is SO delicious and will definitely not disappoint!

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4) Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Salad

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

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Straightforward ingredients with minimal preparation required, this keto bacon cheeseburger salad recipe is sure to become an instant household favorite!

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5) Bacon-Wrapped Maple Parmesan Asparagus Bundles

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

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These bundles taste EVEN BETTER than they look!

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6) Keto Roasted Radishes

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real balanced

So, you wanted some roasted potatoes to go with your steak or maybe just as a quick snack, but you’re well aware that potatoes are too starchy to keep yourself in ketosis. Well, I’ve got you covered! This recipe was developed to meet your keto requirement AND your roasted potato cravings! You need not resist.

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7) Golden Jicama Fries

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

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Check out this awesome keto jicama recipe full of nutritious benefits and nutrients. Super easy to make, these tasty golden jicama fries take less only an hour to prep!

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8) Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

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This side dish is light, refreshing, and low-carb!

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9) Low Carb Stuffing

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

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Low carb, keto stuffing?! YES, please! This recipe calls for TONS of veggies to put a healthy (and delicious) twist on the traditional side dish.

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10) Keto Loaded Cauliflower Salad

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

We bring you: Keto Loaded Cauliflower Salad! This salad is not only delicious, but super simple to put together.

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11) Buffalo Deviled Eggs

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

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Just like classic deviled eggs but with a little kick!

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12) Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

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This Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad is a flavorful, keto-friendly meal option that puts a fun spin on traditional jalapeño poppers!

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13) Paleo Thai Coconut Curry Meatballs

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

Hello hello hello! How is everyone? All is well here in Milwaukee and, specifically, in our household as we are living off these Paleo Thai Coconut Curry Meatballs. Goodness, they are GOOD.

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14) Roasted Maple Parmesan Carrots

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

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These Roasted Maple Parmesan Carrots are low-carb, gluten-free, refined-sugar free, low-FODMAP, and vegetarian-friendly!

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15) Bacon & Smoked Gouda Cauliflower Mash

Photo & Recipe courtesy of I Breathe I’m Hungry

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I need to be eating this RIGHT NOW!

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16) Cheesy Chicken Fritters

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

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These are super easy to make and super easy to eat!

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17) Cheesy Creamed Spinach

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Low Carb Yum

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This spinach is smothered in cheese and so delicious!

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18) Jicama Fries

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Mince Republic

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Pair these with your favorite dipping sauce and you’ve got yourself a side yummy dish!

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19) Creamy Cauliflower Mash and Keto Gravy

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Keto Connect

A keto twist on the classic Thanksgiving side dish!

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20) Spicy Salmon Poppers

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

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If you love spicy foods, you NEED to try these poppers!

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21) 10-Minute Spicy Tuna Rolls

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

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Nobody would guess that these took you only 10 minutes to make!

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22) Cheesy Cheddar Cauliflower Rice

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Low Carb Delish

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It can’t get any cheesier than CHEESY CHEDDAR!

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23) Cheesy Radishes

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Sugarless Crystals

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This is a great alternative to many high-carb casseroles!

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24) Parmesan Garlic Oven Roasted Mushrooms

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Keto Connect

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These mushrooms are like heaven in a pan!

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25) Mexican Street Corn Salad

Photo & Recipe courtesy of This Mom’s Menu

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This is such a fun and unique addition to any Mexican meal!

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26) Amish Broccoli Cauliflower Salad with Bacon

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Low Carb Yum

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If you need a quick and easy dish to bring to a party, make this salad!

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27) Chicken Bacon Ranch Poppers

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

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I absolutely LOVE these! Plus, check out the video!

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28) Jalapeno Popper Cauliflower Casserole

Photo & Recipe courtesy of I Breathe I’m Hungry

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OMG! You need to go make this NOW!

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29) Low Carb Bacon Ranch Cauliflower Tots

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Sugar Free Mom

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Let’s be honest…anything with bacon AND ranch is guaranteed to be DELICiOUS!

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30) Zucchini Noodles with Creamy Tomato Sauce

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Eat Well 101

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This spin on this comfort food can be made in less than 20 minutes!

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31) Parmesan Zucchini and Tomato Gratin

Photo & Recipe courtesy of The Low Carb Diet

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Use up those veggies from your garden by making this tasty gratin!

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32) Roasted Broccoli and Bacon Alfredo

Photo & Recipe courtesy of All Day I Dream About Food

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You should FOR SURE try this side dish…like today!

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33) Mexican Cauliflower Rice

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

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Mexican Cauliflower Rice + burrito fixin’s = AMAZING Keto burrito bowl!

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34) Vegan Keto Bread Rolls

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

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You don’t have to miss out on bread with this recipe for keto bread rolls…plus, they are vegan!

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35) Parmesan Garlic Spaghetti Squash

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Eat Well 101

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This spaghetti squash is so creamy and flavorful that you will forget it’s low-carb!

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36)  Supreme Green Bean Casserole

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Low Carb Maven

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It isn’t Thanksgiving without a green bean casserole!

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37) Garlicky Green Beans Stir Fry

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Kalyn’s Kitchen

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I’m not kidding when I say this recipe is SUPER easy!

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38) Buffalo Deviled Eggs

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced

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Got a party coming up? These Buffalo Deviled Eggs will be a hit!

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39) Keto Collard Greens with Burst Cherry Tomatoes

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Ketogasm

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Eat your veggies kids!

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40) Oven Roasted Basil Parmesan Tomatoes

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Peace, Love and Low Carb 

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You will want to eat the whole pan of these!

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41) Spicy Garlic Roasted Eggplant

Photo & Recipe Courtesy of Melanie Cooks

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Eggplant is a great low-carb vegetable! This recipe adds so much flavor!

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42) Cheesy Garlic Bread Muffins

Photo & Recipe Courtesy of All Day I Dream About Food

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These muffins are a fun version of garlic bread! Plus, they’re low-carb!

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43) Roasted Baby Eggplant

Photo & Recipe Courtesy of I Breathe I’m Hungry

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These are almost too beautiful to eat!

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44) Artichoke with Herbed Mayonnaise

Photo & Recipe Courtesy of The Brooklyn Cook

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Don’t be fooled by artichokes’ bad reputation, these are AMAZING!

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45) Keto Mushrooms with Bacon

Photo & Recipe Courtesy of Two Sleevers

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I’m drooling already!

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46) One-Pan Pepper Jack Brussels Sprouts

Photo & Recipe Courtesy of Ruled.Me

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This combination of flavors is AMAZING!

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47) Keto Egg Fast Fettuccini Alfredo

Photo & Recipe Courtesy of I Breathe I’m Hungry

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If you don’t like zoodles or spaghetti squash, this low-carb Fettuccini Alfredo is just for you!

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48) Braided Garlic Breadsticks

Photo & Recipe Courtesy of Joy Filled Eats

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Serve these with your favorite low-carb pasta for a classic Italian meal!

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49) Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan

Photo & Recipe Courtesy of Step Away from the Carbs

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Pair this with some grilled chicken or steak for a tasty keto meal!

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50) Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Soy Sauce and Butter

Photo & Recipe courtesy of Kalyn’s Kitchen

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When you are feeling Asian food, make this unique side dish!

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Looking for more keto side dish recipes and other low-carb recipe inspiration?

Check out all Real Balanced ketogenic recipes here!

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