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Home Recipe Round-Up 60 Dairy-Free Keto Appetizers

60 Dairy-Free Keto Appetizers

Published:02/12/19Updated:09/04/19
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Do you have a party coming up? Are you looking for appetizers that are not only keto, but also dairy-free? If so, you have come to the right place! I’ve gathered 60 of my favorite dairy-free keto appetizers right here, just for you!

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Dairy-Free Keto Appetizers

Appetizers have their place in many settings. Whether it is a party, a fancy dinner, or any special occasion, a meal isn’t complete without a good appetizer (or two)! Keto appetizers are extremely easy to find, but it can be difficult to find delicious appetizer recipes that are keto AND dairy-free!

This post contains a variety of keto dairy-free recipes for appetizers that you and your family, friends, and guests will LOVE! Even if you aren’t dairy-free or keto, these appetizer recipes won’t dissappoint!

1. Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

lemon pepper chicken wings with lemon wedges and parsley in a steel bowl lined with parchment paper

Wings are always a hit at any party! These flavorful chicken wings are dairy-free and only contain 1.3g net carbs per serving!

Find the recipe here.

2. Keto Bacon Coleslaw

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

overhead shot of a keto bacon salad atop a marble kitchen counter with a wooden serving spoon

If you’re looking to increase your veggie intake but still keep net carbs low, this Keto Bacon Coleslaw is a must-try.

Find the recipe here.

3. Pork Bites

Recipe and photo courtesy of A Twisted Plate

Pork Bites on a rectangular plate with a tiny bin of toothpicks on the side

These pork bites remind me of those samples that they hand out in mall food courts! So delicious!

Find the recipe here.

4. Low-Carb Zucchini Nacho Chips

Recipe and photo courtesy of Diet Doctor

low carb zucchini nacho chips on a white rack with a jar of spice in the background

Because every good dip needs some good chips!

Find the recipe here.

5. Fried Garlic and Bacon Deviled Eggs

Recipe courtesy of The Castaway Kitchen

Low-carb and Whole30-compliant!

Find the recipe here.

6. Keto Zucchini Nachos

Recipe and photo courtesy of Healthful Pursuit

keto zucchini nachos on a plate

There’s no need for tortilla chips when there are as many delicious toppings as these zucchini nachos have!

Find the recipe here.

7. Buffalo Deviled Eggs

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

overhead-shot-of-buffalo-deviled-eggs-on-marble-board garnished with paprika

This recipe puts a spicy twist on classic deviled eggs, while still being dairy-free and low in carbs! It’s a win-win-win situation!

Find the recipe here.

8. Low Carb Fajita Chicken Nuggets

Recipe and photo courtesy of Bon Appeteach

low carb fajita chicken nuggets on a plate with guacomole and dips

Think chicken nuggets, but flavored with fajita spices and dipped in guacamole!

Find the recipe here.

9. Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Recipe and photo courtesy of Wholesome Yum

bacon wrapped asparagus lined up on a plate

This bacon wrapped asparagus is soooo crispy and only takes 4 ingredients to make!

Find the recipe here.

10. Low Carb keto Spring Rolls

Recipe and photo courtesy of Healthful Pursuit

two low carb keto spring rolls and a lime wedge

These spring rolls are wrapped in cabbage instead of rice paper and are stuffed with a tasty pork and cilantro filling!

Find the recipe here.

11. Low Carb Steak Fajita Roll-ups

Recipe and photo courtesy of A Spicy Perspective

delicious low carb steak fajita roll ups

If you are looking for a more filling appetizer, these steak roll-ups are the bomb!

Find the recipe here.

12. Microwave Pepperoni Chips

Recipe and photo courtesy of Whole Lotta Yum

microwave pepperoni chips on a cup

This will be your go-to party snack for when you need an appetizer in a pinch!

Find the recipe here.

13. Spicy Salmon Poppers

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

Spicy-Salmon-Poppers with chili and a lemon wedge

Your guests will be popping these in their mouth without even knowing that they are keto AND dairy-free!

Find the recipe here.

14. Keto Blooming Onion

Recipe and photo courtesy of The Soccer Mom Blog

keto blooming onion on a plate with dip in a small ceramic bowl

Outback Steakhouse has nothing on this low-carb blooming onion!

Find the recipe here.

15. Fried Brussels Sprouts

Recipe and photo courtesy of Cook’s Country

friend brussels sprouts being with dip

Your guests will be blown away by the flavor and crispiness of this under-appreciated vegetable!

Find the recipe here.

16. Keto Egg Roll Poppers

Recipe and photo courtesy of The Castaway Kitchen

keto egg roll poppers on a wooden serving platter with dip

These poppers taste just like an egg roll, but have WAAAY less carbs!

Find the recipe here.

17. Garlic Rosemary Whole30 Meatballs

Recipe and photo courtesy of Wonky Wonderful

garlic rosemary whole 30 meatballs on a bowl with a spoon

These meatballs have a unique flavor that people won’t be able to resist!

Find the recipe here.

18. BLT Stuffed Avocado

Recipe and photo courtesy of Wholesome Yum

bacon lettuce and tomato stuffed avocado

If you LOVE avocado as much as I do, these stuffed avocados will be your new favorite recipe!

Find the recipe here.

19. 10-Minute Spicy Tuna Rolls

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

10-minute-spicy-tuna-rolls on a ceramic plate atop a cloth table napkin

Since sushi is SUPER high in carbs, these tuna rolls are the next best thing!

Find the recipe here.

20. Chicken Zucchini Poppers

Recipe and photo courtesy of One Lovely Life

super healthy chicken zucchini poppers on a plate with dip

These poppers are super healthy , but don’t lack flavor! I need them in my mouth NOW!

Find the recipe here.

21. Bacon Chips and Thick Guacamole Dip

Recipe and photo courtesy of PaleoHacks

bacon chips and thick guacamole dip on a plate beside a halved avocado and a sprig of parsley

Just thinking about this thick guacamole has me drooling! Plus, the crispy bacon chips make it even better!

Find the recipe here.

22. Keto Italian Sub Roll-Ups

Recipe and photo courtesy of Our Paleo Life

keto italian sub roll-ups beside dip

Just leave out the cheese in this recipe to make an easy, but tasty dairy-free, keto appetizer!

Find the recipe here.

23. Cajun Oven-Baked Pickles

Recipe and photo courtesy of Paleo Hacks

cajun oven-baked pickles dipped in dipping sauce

You know those fried pickles that you get at your favorite sit down restaurant? These ones taste even better and are paleo and keto!

Find the recipe here.

24. Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Recipe and photo courtesy of One Lovely Life

chicken lettuce wraps on a rectangular plate beside dip

When you need a light appetizer that will have the crowd pleased, these lettuce wraps are the best!

Find the recipe here.

25. Keto Meatballs

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

real balanced keto meatballs on a plate beside a cloth tablenapkin

Throw these meatballs in a crockpot for an easy appetizer for any party!

Find the recipe here.

26. Tuna in Cucumber Cups

Recipe and photo courtesy of Tastes Lovely

tuna in cucumber cups with 2 cans of tuna in the background

I can’t wait to make these in the summer for a fresh snack or appetizer on a hot day!

Find the recipe here.

27. Avocado & Egg Fat Bombs

Recipe and photo courtesy of Keto Diet Blog

avocado and egg fat bombs on a plate with sliced cucumbers in the background

In this recipe, eggs and avocado come together to make a creamy, savory fat bomb!

Find the recipe here.

28. Spinach Avocado Dip

Recipe and photo courtesy of Sweet as Honey

spinach avocado dip in a bowl beside lime wedges

Just when you thought there couldn’t be any more avocado recipes in this roundup…

Find the recipe here.

29. Golden Jicama Fries

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

Golden Jicama Fries on a plate garnished with chopped parsley

If you miss french fries, these jicama fries are just as crispy and flavorful!

Find the recipe here.

30. Low Carb Tortilla Chips

Recipe and photo courtesy of Sweet as Honey

low carb tortilla chips in a deep baking dish

Dip these in your favorite guacamole or salsa for a classic appetizer that can’t be beat!

Find the recipe here.

31. Vegan Keto Bread Rolls

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

vegan-keto-bread-rolls-buns on a brown ceramic bowl

These bread rolls are great on their own, but they are even better when used to make sliders!

Find the recipe here.

32. Vegan Keto “Mozzarella” Sticks

Recipe and photo courtesy of Meat Free Keto

vegan keto mozzarella sticks with tomato dip

Yup, that’s right! These Mozzarella sticks are keto and dairy-free!

Find the recipe here.

33. Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Recipe and photo courtesy of Evolving Table

buffalo cauliflower bites skewered with a toothpick

Even if you are vegan or vegetarian, you can still enjoy this tasty recipe on game day!

Find the recipe here.

34. 3-Ingredient Homemade Almond Crackers

Recipe and photo courtesy of Eating Bird Food

3-ingredient homemade almond crackers on a baking sheet

Whether it’s crackers and hummus, crackers and dip or however you like to serve them, you can’t go wrong with an appetizer including these crackers…especially because they are dairy-free and keto!

Find the recipe here.

35. Easy Avocado Caprese

Recipe and photo courtesy of Cook Eat Paleo

easy avocado caprese

These avocado caprese bites are so refreshing, especially when you pick the vegetables right from your garden!

Find the recipe here.

36. Low Carb Flaxseed Paleo Tortilla Chips

Recipe and photo courtesy of Oh, The Things We’ll Make!

low carb flaxseed paleo tortilla chips on a plate with dip and tacos in the background

Even if you are short on time, you can still make these low-carb tortilla chips, which only take 30 minutes and three ingredients to make!

Find the recipe here.

37. Jalapeno Popper Chicken Salad

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

jalapeno-popper-chicken-salad in a bowl garnished with minced chives

I LOVE eating this chicken salad with some low-carb crackers, and your guests will too!

Find the recipe here.

38. Easy Crab Stuffed salmon with Lemon Butter

Recipe and photo courtesy of Wholesome Yum

Easy Crab Stuffed Salmon with Lemon Butter on a small plate with lemon wedges

If you like seafood, this seafood stuffed with seafood is the meal of your dreams!

Find the recipe here.

39. BBQ Bacon Wrapped Smokies

Recipe and photo courtesy of Ruled Me

BBQ bacon wrapped smokies on a rectangular ceramic plate with dip

These are an easy appetizer for any type of entertainment! Football, holidays, birthdays, you name it!

Find the recipe here.

40. Garlic Dill Baked Cucumber Chips

Recipe and photo courtesy of Peace Love and Low Carb

garlic dill baked cucumber chips on a green and yellow ceramic bowl beside a small bowl of dip

I can’t believe how crunchy and flavorful these chips are, considering that they are oil-free and low in carbs!

Find the recipe here.

41. Smoky Tuna Pickle Boats

Recipe and photo courtesy of I Breathe I’m Hungry

a row of smoky tuna pickle boas on a ceramic turquoise plate

These little appetizers will be gone in minutes! They are sooo yummy!

Find the recipe here.

42. Keto Little Smokies

Recipe and photo courtesy of Cast Iron Keto

keto little smokies on a cast iron pan skewered with a toothpick

These little smokies are great for the holidays…and the sauce isn’t filled with sugar!

Find the recipe here.

43. Low-Carb Crackers

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

Low-Carb-Crackers on a cloth table napkin

It’s hard to believe that these crunchy crackers only have 2.3g net carbs per serving!

Find the recipe here.

44. Easy Fresh Homemade Guacamole

Recipe and photo courtesy of Seeking Good Eats

easy fresh homemade guacamole in a black bowl with sliced tomatoes on a chopping board in the background

Dip your favorite low-carb chips or crackers into this fresh, chunky guacamole!

Find the recipe here.

45. Bacon Wrapped Chicken Meatballs

Recipe and photo courtesy of Low-Carb, So Simple!

bacon wrapped chicken meatballs on a small blue saucer 1 is skewered with a fork

If you are sick of the same, boring meatballs, these bacon-wrapped ones are simple to make and taste AMAZING!

Find the recipe here.

46. Tomato Salad with Avocado, Tuna, Cilantro, and Lime

Recipe and photo courtesy of Kalyn’s Kitchen

tomato salad with avocado, tuna, cilantro, and lime on a plate atop a striped table napkin

This salad is so fresh and filling at the same time! If you want to make it ultra low-carb, use less tomatoes and let the avocados and tuna be the star of the show!

Find the recipe here.

47. Quick & Easy Keto BLT Cups

Recipe and photo courtesy of Keto Diet Blog

quick and easy keto BLT cups atop a wooden serving board

The combination of bacon, lettuce and tomatoes doesn’t need bread to taste AMAZING! These BLT cups are proof!

Find the recipe here.

48. Low Carb Thai Curry Chicken Wings

Recipe and photo courtesy of All Day I Dream About Food

low carb thai curry chicken wings on a rectangular plate with dip and a plate of celery sticks on the background

Back off barbecue and buffalo, because thai curry is stealing the show on these crispy chicken wings!

Find the recipe here.

49. Instant Pot Low-Carb Sweet and Spicy Barbecue Chicken Wings

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

Instant-Pot-Low-Carb Sweet-and-Spicy Barbecue-Chicken-Wings on a bowl

They may be messy, but a party is not complete without them!

Find the recipe here.

50. Keto Coconut Shrimp

Recipe courtesy of I Breathe I’m Hungry

Be prepared to bring a plate of these gluten-free and nut-free coconut shrimp to your next party! They will be a hit!

Find the recipe here.

51. Creamy Cauliflower Bacon Garlic Brussels Sprouts

Recipe and photo courtesy of Paleo Gluten Free Eats

creamy cauliflower bacon garlic brussels sprouts in a sauce pan with a serving spoon

You would NEVER guess that these brussels sprouts were dairy-free! They are sooo creamy and flavorful!

Find the recipe here.

52. Crispy Multiseed Keto Crackers

Recipe and photo courtesy of Keto Diet Blog

crispy multi-seed keto crackers on a cooling rack

These crackers are nut-free, dairy-free, vegan, keto and go great with any dip or topping!

Find the recipe here.

53. Marinated Baby Artichokes Antipasto Salad

Recipe and photo courtesy of I Breathe I’m Hungry

marinated baby artichokes antipasto salad served on an oval dish

Even if you aren’t a fan of artichokes, this salad will surprise you!

Find the recipe here.

54. Bacon Wrapped Avocado Fries

Recipe and photo courtesy of Kirbie’s Cravings

bacon wrapped avocado fries in parchment paper atop a wooden cheeseboard

Am I dreaming right now? These fries look like the real deal!

Find the recipe here.

55. Buffalo Chicken Casserole

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

buffalo chicken casserole close on a deep glass baking dish

Buffalo chicken dip is something that NOBODY should have to miss out on! Luckily, this recipe is keto and dairy-free!

Find the recipe here.

56. Baby Arugula Salad with Lemon, Balsamic, Parmesan, and Pine Nuts

Recipe and photo courtesy of Kalyn’s Kitchen

Baby Arugula Salad with Lemon, Balsamic, Parmesan, and Pine Nuts

Every party needs a good salad!

Find the recipe here.

57. Keto Asian Noodle Salad with Peanut Sauce

Recipe and photo courtesy of I Breathe I’m Hungry

keto asian noodle salad with peanut sauce on a boat shaped plate beside a spoon and a fork

You can still enjoy noodle salad while on a keto, dairy-free diet! This one has an asian twist!

Find the recipe here.

58. Gluten Free Corn Dogs

Recipe and photo courtesy of My PCOS Kitchen

gluten-free corn dogs with mustard ketchup and mayo

These remind me of those crispy, breaded corn dogs that I used to get at the fair, but they are low-carb!

Find the recipe here.

59. Roasted Red Pepper Dip

Recipe and photo courtesy of Joy Filled Eatts

roasted red pepper dip with chips

Despite the creaminess of this dip, it surprisingly contains NO dairy and is keto!

Find the recipe here.

60. Baked Low Carb Zucchini Fries

Recipe and photo courtesy of Unbound Wellness

baked low-carb zucchini fries beside a bowl of dip

These zucchini fries are far from soggy and are great dipped into mayo, guac, or low-carb ketchup!

Find the recipe here.

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