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! I have gathered 50 of my favorite keto side dishes RIGHT HERE for you!
Keto Side Dishes
When on a keto diet, it can be very difficult to find a side dish that doesn’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
Do you love cheesy breadsticks? Then you will love my nut free keto cheesy breadsticks recipe!
2) Keto BLT Dip
Photo & Recipe Courtesy of Real Balanced
Your guests will LOVE this flavorful dip!
3) Bacon Green Bean Casserole
Photo & Recipe Courtesy of Real Balanced
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!
4) Cheesy Zucchini
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Simply Delish Eats
This dish is sooo creamy and cheesy!
5) Bacon-Wrapped Maple Parmesan Asparagus Bundles
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced
These bundles taste EVEN BETTER than they look!
6) Summer Time Cauliflower Salad
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Keto Connect
This is perfect for summer cookouts!
7) Garlic Broccoli
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Joy Filled Eats
8) Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced
9) Garlic Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Primavera Kitchen
Everybody in the family will LOVE this side dish!
10) Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Low Carb Yum
11) Buffalo Deviled Eggs
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced
Just like classic deviled eggs but with a little kick!
12) Crispy Baked Zucchini Fries
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Wholesome Yum
If you are craving french fries, these zucchini fries will do the trick!
13) Low Carb Onion Rings
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Keto Connect
These onion rings taste EXACTLY like your favorite restaurant’s!
14) Broccoli Fritters with Cheddar Cheese
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Low Carb Maven
If you have some leftover broccoli, why not make these fritters!?!
15) Bacon & Smoked Gouda Cauliflower Mash
Photo & Recipe courtesy of I Breathe I’m Hungry
I need to be eating this RIGHT NOW!
16) Cheesy Chicken Fritters
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced
These are super easy to make and super easy to eat!
17) Cheesy Creamed Spinach
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Low Carb Yum
This spinach is smothered in cheese and so delicious!
18) Jicama Fries
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Mince Republic
19) Creamy Cauliflower Mash and Keto Gravy
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Keto Connect
A keto twist on the classic Thanksgiving side dish!
20) Spicy Salmon Poppers
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced
If you love spicy foods, you NEED to try these poppers!
21) 10-Minute Spicy Tuna Rolls
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced
22) Cheesy Cheddar Cauliflower Rice
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Low Carb Delish
It can’t get any cheesier than CHEESY CHEDDAR!
23) Cheesy Radishes
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Sugarless Crystals
24) Parmesan Garlic Oven Roasted Mushrooms
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Keto Connect
These mushrooms are like heaven in a pan!
25) Mexican Street Corn Salad
Photo & Recipe courtesy of This Mom’s Menu
This is such a fun and unique addition to any Mexican meal!
26) Amish Broccoli Cauliflower Salad with Bacon
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Low Carb Yum
If you need a quick and easy dish to bring to a party, make this salad!
27) Chicken Bacon Ranch Poppers
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced
I absolutely LOVE these! Plus, check out the video!
28) Jalapeno Popper Cauliflower Casserole
Photo & Recipe courtesy of I Breathe I’m Hungry
OMG! You need to go make this NOW!
29) Low Carb Bacon Ranch Cauliflower Tots
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Sugar Free Mom
Let’s be honest…anything with bacon AND ranch is guaranteed to be DELICiOUS!
30) Zucchini Noodles with Creamy Tomato Sauce
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Eat Well 101
31) Parmesan Zucchini and Tomato Gratin
Photo & Recipe courtesy of The Low Carb Diet
Use up those veggies from your garden by making this tasty gratin!
32) Roasted Broccoli and Bacon Alfredo
Photo & Recipe courtesy of All Day I Dream About Food
You should FOR SURE try this side dish…like today!
33) Mexican Cauliflower Rice
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced
Mexican Cauliflower Rice + burrito fixin’s = AMAZING Keto burrito bowl!
34) Vegan Keto Bread Rolls
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced
You don’t have to miss out on bread with this recipe for keto bread rolls…plus, they are vegan!
35) Parmesan Garlic Spaghetti Squash
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Eat Well 101
This spaghetti squash is so creamy and flavorful that you will forget it’s low-carb!
36) Supreme Green Bean Casserole
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Low Carb Maven
It isn’t Thanksgiving without a green bean casserole!
37) Garlicky Green Beans Stir Fry
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Kalyn’s Kitchen
I’m not kidding when I say this recipe is SUPER easy!
38) Buffalo Deviled Eggs
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Real Balanced
Got a party coming up? These Buffalo Deviled Eggs will be a hit!
39) Keto Collard Greens with Burst Cherry Tomatoes
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Ketogasm
Eat your veggies kids!
40) Oven Roasted Basil Parmesan Tomatoes
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Peace, Love and Low Carb
You will want to eat the whole pan of these!
41) Spicy Garlic Roasted Eggplant
Photo & Recipe Courtesy of Melanie Cooks
Eggplant is a great low-carb vegetable! This recipe adds so much flavor!
42) Cheesy Garlic Bread Muffins
Photo & Recipe Courtesy of All Day I Dream About Food
These muffins are a fun version of garlic bread! Plus, they’re low-carb!
43) Roasted Baby Eggplant
Photo & Recipe Courtesy of I Breathe I’m Hungry
These are almost too beautiful to eat!
44) Artichoke with Herbed Mayonnaise
Photo & Recipe Courtesy of The Brooklyn Cook
45) Keto Mushrooms with Bacon
Photo & Recipe Courtesy of Two Sleevers
I’m drooling already!
46) One-Pan Pepper Jack Brussels Sprouts
Photo & Recipe Courtesy of Ruled.Me
This combination of flavors is AMAZING!
47) Keto Egg Fast Fettuccini Alfredo
Photo & Recipe Courtesy of I Breathe I’m Hungry
If you don’t like zoodles or spaghetti squash, this low-carb Fettuccini Alfredo is just for you!
48) Braided Garlic Breadsticks
Photo & Recipe Courtesy of Joy Filled Eats
Serve these with your favorite low-carb pasta for a classic Italian meal!
49) Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan
Photo & Recipe Courtesy of Step Away from the Carbs
Pair this with some grilled chicken or steak for a tasty keto meal!
50) Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Soy Sauce and Butter
Photo & Recipe courtesy of Kalyn’s Kitchen
When you are feeling Asian food, make this unique side dish!
Looking for more low-carb recipe inspiration?
Check out all Real Balanced ketogenic recipes here!
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