101 Best Keto Vegetarian Recipes - Low Carb (2024)

Just because you don’t eat meat doesn’t mean you can’t be successful on a ketogenic diet! This list of the 101 Best Keto Vegetarian Recipes has something to delight every palate!

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I get asked for meatless keto recipes for the low carb vegetarian all the time, and with the help of my assistant Stacey, I finally put together a collection of the 101 Best Keto Vegetarian Recipes we could find! We will be adding more meatless low carb recipes to a Keto Vegetarian Recipes Pinterest Board in the coming months so be sure to follow IBIH on Pinterest if you aren’t already!

Table of Contents

  • Keto Vegetarian – Breakfast Recipes
  • Keto Vegetarian – Appetizers, Soups, Salads, Mains

Even if you aren’t vegetarian, but are just looking to implement a keto Meatless Monday, or are looking for more keto vegetable side dishes – you’ll find so many delicious and healthy choices in this collection!

Some of these keto vegetarian recipes are also vegan, or can be made so with just a few minor substitutions.The first category contains vegetarian keto breakfast recipes, and the second category has keto vegetarian soups, salads, and main dishes.

Keto Vegetarian – Breakfast Recipes

Cannoli Stuffed Crepes– I Breathe I’m Hungry

Vegetarian 3 Cheese Quiche Suffed Peppers – Ruled Me

Asparagus and Tomato Frittata with Havarti and Dill – Kalyn’s Kitchen

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Spinach and Artichoke Egg Casserole – A Spicy Perspective

Avocado Baked Eggs– Beartastic Recipes

Cinnamon Faux-st Crunch Cereal– I Breathe I’m Hungry

Quick Keto McMuffins – Keto Diet App

Egg Fast Snickerdoodle Crepes – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Very-Veggie Cauliflower Hash Brown Breakfast Bowl – Iowa Girl Eats

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Cheesy Thyme Waffles– Ruled Me

Baked Eggs and Asparagus with Parmesan – Kalyn’s Kitchen

Keto Detox Green Smoothie– I Breathe I’m Hungry

Keto Breakfast Brownie Muffins– Ruled Me

Shakshuka– Tastaholics

Spinach and Mushroom Breakfast Casserole– What a Girl Eats

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Keto Vegetarian – Appetizers, Soups, Salads, Mains

Keto 7 Layer Dip – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Cheesy Cauliflower Breadsticks –Low Carb Yum

Low Carb Broccoli and Cheese Fritters – Ruled Me

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Keto Muffins – Keto Connect

Low Carb Snap Pea Salad – Simply So Healthy

Cheesy Keto Herb Muffins – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Low Carb Mushroom Risotto with Cauliflower Rice– Peace Love and Low Carb

Caprese Grilled Eggplant Roll-Ups– Caroline’s Cooking

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Easy Cheesy Zucchini Gratin – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Stuffed Zucchini with Goat Cheese and Marinara – The Wicked Noodle

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Eggplant Gratin with Feta Cheese – Lavender and Macarons

– I Breathe I’m Hungry

Sundried Tomato Pesto Mug Cake – Ruled Me

Parmesan Cauliflower Steak– Hey Keto Mama

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Fried Goat Cheese – Keto Connect

Low Carb Creamy Cilantro Lime Coleslaw – My Life Cookbook

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Simple Greek Salad – Joy Filled Eats

Low Carb Cauliflower Hummus – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Crispy Tofu and Bok Choy Salad – Ruled Me

Roasted Caprese Tomatoes with Basil Dressing – Simple Delicious Food

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Low Carb Eggplant Fries – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Anti-inflammatory Egg Drop Soup– Keto Diet App

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Vegetarian Greek Collard Wraps – Ruled Me

Keto Asian Noodle Salad with Peanut Sauce – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Cheesy Low Carb Cauliflower Risotto – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Spinach and Zucchini Lasagna – Primavera Kitchen

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Zucchini Noodle Egg Drop Soup – Snixy Kitchen

Low Carb Cream of Broccoli Soup – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Keto Basil and Tomato Soup – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Charred Veggie and Fried Goat Cheese Salad – Ruled Me

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“Anti” Pasta Cauliflower Salad– I Breathe I’m Hungry

Crunchy and Nutty Cauliflower Salad – Low Carb So Simple

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Easy Keto Broccoli Slaw – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Vegetarian Keto Club Salad – Ruled Me

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Vegetarian Red Coconut Curry – Ruled Me

Easy Cheesy Vegetarian Spaghetti Squash Lasagna – Peas and Crayons

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Zucchini Noodles with Avocado Sauce – Simple Vegan Blog

Fathead Keto Gnocchi – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Tomato and Basil Galette – Ruled Me

Quick Spiralized Zucchini Noodles with Grape Tomatoes – Skinny Taste

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Cheesy Spaghetti Squash with Pesto – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Vegan Sesame Tofu Eggplant – Ruled Me

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Low Carb Taco Shells – Sweet As Honey

4 Cheese Pesto Zoodles – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Low Carb Vegetarian Chili Rellenos– Kalyn’s Kitchen

Cauliflower Crust Grilled Cheese – The Iron You

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Spinach and Artichoke Spaghetti Squash – Taste and Tell Blog

Keto Pierogies Using Fathead Dough – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Cauliflower Confetti Kale Pecan Salad– Sugar-Free Mom

Roasted Mushroom and Walnut Cauliflower Grits – Ruled Me

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Cheesy Ranch Roasted Broccoli – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Easy Low Carb Cauliflower Rice – Simply So Healthy

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Low Carb Fried Eggplant – Low Carb Crock

Zucchini Noodle Salad with Parmesan and Walnuts– I Breathe I’m Hungry

Zucchini Noodles Greek Salad – Cupcakes and Kale Chips

Creamy Avocado Pasta with Shirataki – Happy Keto

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Spicy Crock Pot Cauliflower Mac and Cheese – Stephanie Sain

Keto Cheesy Broccoli Cauliflower Rice – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Zucchini Noodle Alfredo – The Dinner Mom

Vegetarian Zucchini Lasagna Spirals – A Saucy Kitchen

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Fresh Bell Pepper Basil Pizza – Ruled Me

Cauliflower Crust Vegetarian Pizza with Mushrooms and Olives – Kalyn’s Kitchen

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Creamy Cauliflower and Mushroom Risotto – Yummy Inspirations

Jalapeno Popper Cauliflower Casserole – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Easy Guacamole Tostadas – Kalyn’s Kitchen

Low Carb Vegetarian Greek Briam – Keto Diet App

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Low Carb Grilled Haloumi Bruschetta – All Day I Dream About Food

Keto Fettuccini Alfredo – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Moroccan Roasted Green Beans– I Breathe I’m Hungry

Mediterranean “Pasta” – Peace Love and Low Carb

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Zucchini Noodles with Roasted Tomato Basil Sauce – Running to the Kitchen

Zucchini and Ricotta Tart – All Day I Dream About Food

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Low Carb Spinach Falafel – Sweet as Honey

Roasted Baby Eggplant with Ricotta – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Low Carb Zucchini Lasagna Skillet – Primavera Kitchen

Detox Cauliflower Mushroom Bowls – Food Faith Fitness

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Low Carb Faux-lafel with Tahini – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Low Carb Mexican Cauliflower Patties – Healthy Seasonal Recipes

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Caprese Style Portobellos – Proud Italian Cook

Zucchini and Sweet Potato Latkes – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Spinach and Artichoke Dip Cauliflower Casserole – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Low Carb Indian Egg Curry – My Keto Kitchen

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Low Carb Quesadillas using Cauliflower Wraps– Wholesome Yum

Cheesy Cauliflower alla Vodka Casserole – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Cheesy Spinach Puffs – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Spinach and Artichoke Stuffed Portobellos– Low Carb Yum

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FAQs

What is extremely lazy keto? ›

A lazy keto diet consists of low-carb foods like meat, fish, full-fat dairy and non-starchy vegetables, but limits high-carb foods such as bread, potatoes, sugary snacks and some fruits. If you've tried the keto before and found it too tedious, lazy keto could be a good compromise.

Is popcorn ok for keto? ›

Net carbs are calculated by taking the total grams of carbohydrate in a food and subtracting the amount of fiber. In this case, popcorn contains 6 grams of carbs per 1 cup serving and 1.2 grams of fiber, bringing the net carbs per serving to 4.8 grams. Yes friends, popcorn is indeed a keto food.

How many carbs for vegetarian keto? ›

Most vegetarians eat animal products like eggs and dairy but avoid meat and fish. Meanwhile, the ketogenic diet is a high-fat diet that limits carb intake to 20–50 grams per day. This ultra-low-carb intake prompts ketosis, a metabolic state in which your body starts burning fat for fuel instead of glucose ( 1 , 3 ).

Why am I gaining weight on lazy keto? ›

People who consume too many calories may gain weight, even if they are in a state of ketosis. It is, therefore, important that people keep track of the number of calories that they consume. Sticking to a balanced meal plan can help a person work toward their ideal weight.

What foods to avoid on lazy keto? ›

What should you avoid on the lazy keto diet?
  • High-carb foods: Bread, pasta, rice, potatoes and sugary snacks.
  • Starchy vegetables: Potatoes, yams, corn (including corn based foods) and peas.
  • High-sugar fruits: Apples, bananas, oranges, peaches and melons.
  • Processed foods: Pre-packaged snacks, fast food and sugary desserts.
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What snack food has no carbs? ›

Zero Carb Snacks:
  • Cheese: A savory and satisfying snack, cheese is low in carbs and high in flavor. ...
  • Hard-Boiled Eggs: Packed with protein and virtually carb-free, hard-boiled eggs make for a portable and nutritious snack. ...
  • Pork Rinds: Crispy and carb-free, pork rinds are a savory alternative to traditional snacks.

Is peanut butter keto? ›

Peanut butter can definitely be part of a keto diet, but it's best to stick to plain options that are free of extra flavors and sweeteners. Almond butter is a good choice, too, and it's slightly lower in carbs. Additionally, you should be mindful of your portion size if you're trying to lose weight.

Is there any candy I can eat on keto? ›

Stevita Naturals Hard Candy

These keto-friendly hard candies are free from gluten, artificial flavors, and common allergens. They come in four flavors — cherry, grape, orange, and strawberry. They're naturally sweetened with stevia and isomalt, a sugar alcohol derived from sugar cane.

What are the 10 lowest carb vegetables? ›

List of the best low carb vegetables
  • Iceberg lettuce. Perhaps one of the most popular — though least nutritious — vegetables, iceberg lettuce has only 2.97 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. ...
  • White mushrooms. Mushrooms contain only 3.26 g of carbs per 100 g. ...
  • Spinach. ...
  • Broccoli. ...
  • Zucchini. ...
  • Cauliflower. ...
  • Asparagus. ...
  • Radishes.

Which vegetable is not allowed in keto? ›

Potatoes and other starchy vegetables

While good sources of vitamin C, potassium, and dietary fiber, white and sweet potatoes ought to be avoided on the keto diet because of their high carb content ( 45 , 46 ). Other nutritious but high carb vegetables to limit include peas and corn ( 47 , 48 ).

Is cottage cheese keto? ›

While cottage cheese is known for its high protein content, it also contains a relatively high amount of carbs and not that much fat, making it a less-than-ideal choice for keto. A ½-cup serving of cottage cheese contains 88 calories, 2.4 g of fat, 4.5 g of carbs, and 11.6 g of protein, per the USDA.

Is there a vegetarian version of keto? ›

Keto for vegetarians: It's easier than you may think!

Take a look at what foods you are able to enjoy as a keto vegetarian: Full-fat dairy products including yogurt, cheese, milk, and cream. Eggs. Tofu and other soy products.

Are cucumbers keto? ›

Cucumber is another popular salad vegetable. It contains many essential nutrients, including vitamin K. Cucumber is also suitable for the keto diet, as its carb content is just 3.63 g per 100 g. To make the carb content lower, a person can peel the cucumber before eating it.

What is extreme ketosis? ›

Following a very low-carbohydrate diet can lead to high levels of ketones. In the short term, ketosis may result in weight loss, flu-like symptoms, and tiredness. Ketoacidosis occurs with serious complications. People who may have it need urgent medical attention. It's extremely rare in people who don't have diabetes.

What are the rules for dirty lazy keto? ›

Dirty, lazy keto done right means keeping carbs low, getting enough protein, and eating veggies. You don't have to eat a large amount of fat to lose weight.

Why is lazy keto not likely to be effective? ›

However, as the lazy keto diet does not always induce ketosis, it may not promote weight loss as effectively as the traditional keto diet. A person who is not tracking all of their macronutrients may also be less likely to create a calorie deficit, which is necessary for weight loss.

What is the difference between strict keto and lazy keto? ›

The main difference between the two is that when on the lazy keto diet, you don't count caloties or observe a strict macros ratio. As long as you limit your carbs severely, that is. So in effect, you may never enter the state of ketosis, but still be able to lose weight, due to the low carbs intake.

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