The holidays can make weight loss tough, but keto Thanksgiving recipes let you enjoy the celebration without derailing your goals. From stuffing and casseroles to pie, there’s a low-carb version of nearly every holiday favorite.
Keto-Friendly Appetizers
1. Cloud Bread
If you can’t imagine Thanksgiving without bread, check out this keto recipe for cloud bread. The keto cloud bread’s main ingredients are eggs, cream of tartar, and cream cheese.
2. Zucchini Fries
Fries are one of the most beloved dishes. While you may not consider fries a Thanksgiving dish, keto fries are great for adding a delicious appetizer to your spread. Check out this recipe for keto zucchini fries from Lemons for Lulu for inspiration.
3. Cheese Ball Bites
Everyone enjoys finger foods, and having a few of these options helps keep the family busy while the main dishes are being prepared. Delish offers us these cheese ball bites for an appetizer no one will be able to turn down.
4. Cream Cheese Stuffed Peppers with Bacon
Life Family and Fun shows us how to make this stuffed peppers recipe that can be made with bell peppers or jalapenos. Adding bacon and cheese helps keep you in ketosis while also providing an appetizer that just about anyone will enjoy.
5. Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
Looking for an easy-to-make appetizer? Consider trying the cream cheese stuffed mushroom recipe from A Spicy Perspective for a quick recipe for a cheesy snack.
6. Deviled Eggs
Life Made Sweeter gives us this deviled eggs recipe that is quick and easy, helping you cut down on cooking time. Appetizers don’t have to be extravagant; sometimes, simple is better.
7. Creamed Kale
Considering making keto bread? Pair it with a side of creamed kale. Ruled. me offer us this keto creamed kale that is creamy, savory, and filling.
8. Rosemary Crackers
If you’re planning to have a dip or spread, you’re going to need crackers to go along with it. For an appetizer that is simple to make and full of flavor, try these rosemary keto crackers from Delish that pairs with most spreads.
Main Dishes for Keto Thanksgiving
9. Slow Cooker Pot Roast
Pot roast is a keto-friendly dish that many already enjoy, keto or not. Lemons for Lulu gives us this recipe for a traditional approach to this Thanksgiving dish.
10. Chicken and Rice
For a savory meal, try this instant pot chicken and rice soup recipe. The recipe is even bold enough to be one of your Thanksgiving centerpieces. Consider baking a loaf of keto bread to go along with this main dish.
11. Thanksgiving Cauliflower
Have you considered having cauliflower be your main dish? Most likely you haven’t. But with this Thanksgiving cauliflower recipe from Delish, you can use this vegetable as the main placeholder for your holiday spread.
12. Slow Cooker Oxtail Stew
Adding stew to your Thanksgiving Menu gives everyone a unique option that many will enjoy. Oxtail is great for making stews or soup, and Lemons for Lulu shows us how to slow cook this oxtail stew that will be tender and hearty.
13. Butternut Squash Risotto
Risotto can technically be both a main dish and a side dish. This keto butternut squash risotto from I Breathe I’m Hungry is so delicious that you’ll want to make it the main dish.
14. Vegetable Beef Soup
Vegetable and beef soup is a warm and filling dish that your family will enjoy this holiday. Soup is easy to make, affordable, and a great way to bring a smile to the table.Lemons for Lulu gives us this fantastic slow cooker vegetable beef soup recipe.
15. Butter Roast Turkey
Turkey is already keto, but certain ingredients used when baking your turkey can make it not suitable for your diet. For a friendly alternative, Life Made Keto offers us this low-carb garlic butter roast turkey.
16. Shredded chicken
If you’re tired of the traditional turkey, chicken may be your next best option. Lemons for Lulu shows us how to make this shredded chicken recipe that can be used as your main dish or added to one of your sides.
Keto Thanksgiving Sides Recipes
17. Broccoli Bacon Salad
Cook Eat Paleo gives us this broccoli salad recipe that allows you to enjoy the traditional dish alongside your meal. Full of bacon, red onion, and walnuts, this isn’t a dish you’ll want to skip.
18. Turkey Gravy
Gravy can be paired with just about any dish on your Thanksgiving plate. While most gravies contain wheat flour, iSave A to Z shows us how to make this keto turkey gravy recipe using glucomannan powder instead.
19. Cauliflower Stuffing
Don’t worry if you have time to bake your keto bread to make stuffing, don’t worry. Whole Yum has a low-carb cauliflower stuffing recipe that makes a great substitution.
20. Coconut Flour Biscuits
If you haven’t baked with coconut flour yet, consider trying this biscuit recipe from The Big Man’s World. Thanks to this wheat substitute, you don’t have to sacrifice your biscuits to avoid ruining your ketosis.
21. Low-Carb Cornbread
Traditional cornbread is full of carbs and not suitable for keto diets. Luckily, Stay Snatched has a low-carb keto cornbread recipe to help make sure you can enjoy a special side dish this holiday.
22. Twice Baked Spaghetti Squash
If you’re looking for a way to incorporate spaghetti squash into your holiday meal, check out this recipe from All Day I Dream About Food for a twice-baked recipe for this hearty vegetable.
23. Keto Green Bean Casserole
Green bean casserole is one of the most famous dishes for a Thanksgiving meal. Low Carb Maven knows just how important this dish is, and their keto version doesn’t hold back on quality or flavor.
24. Keto Rolls
Warm bread rolls help soak up the many sauces on a Thanksgiving plate. Try The Big Man’s World’s keto rolls recipe for your meal this year.
25. Shredded Brussels Sprouts
If you’re looking for a unique side dish while staying within your ketogenic diet, why not choose Brussel sprouts? Skinnytaste offers shredded brussels sprouts with pancetta, chopped into a savory salad dish.
26. Green Beans and Bacon
Life Family and Fun shows us how to make this green beans and bacon recipe for a fresh side idea that will bring a sense of brightness to your Thanksgiving spread.
27. Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry sauce is usually too sugary for keto to enjoy during the holiday. Savory Tooth created its own version of this side dish, using erythritol instead of sugar to help you stay within your diet plan.
Desserts for Keto Thanksgiving
28. Chocolate Sheet Cake
Cakes aren’t just for birthdays. They’re also for Thanksgiving desserts. Consider trying this keto chocolate sheet cake recipeand end your holiday with a sweet treat.
29. Brownies
Life Family and Fun offers us this keto brownie recipe that is a must-have for your Thanksgiving dinner. These brownies are fudgy, full of chocolate, and just what you need after a savory meal.
30. Dairy Free Chocolate Silk Pie
For a dairy-free chocolate silk pie, try this recipe from Ruled. me that is made with almond butter, erythritol, and low-carb dark chocolate. Add this recipe to your holiday spread for an enjoyable dessert that doesn’t lack flavor or sweetness.
31. Crinkle Cookies
Cookies should be delicious and full of personality. These keto crinkle cookies from Lemons for Lulu are a sophisticated take on the holiday dessert.
32. Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkin pie is a holiday staple and one dessert most people can’t go without on Thanksgiving. The Big Man’s World understands the need for a keto version and created their own delicious pumpkin pie recipe.
33. Pumpkin Muffins
These keto pumpkin muffins from Ruled. me may be geared for breakfast, but their cream cheese filling also makes them a great idea for dessert. They use erythritol as a substitute to ensure these muffins come out sweet and delicious.
34. Apple Pie
You don’t have to cut out apple pie to stay consistent with your keto diet. Gnom-Gnom’s keto apple pie recipe has all of the flavors you enjoy, made with a keto pie crust, grass-fed butter, and erythritol or xylitol sweetener.
Keto-Friendly Drinks
35. Lemonade
Lemonade is a refreshing drink for the entire family to enjoy. Try this three-ingredient sugar-free recipe from Wholesome Yum.
36. Raspberry Mimosa
Skinny Mixes offers us this recipe for raspberry mimosas which is the best drink for the morning or afternoon. If you usually eat your Thanksgiving meal early in the day, consider making a batch of these berry mimosas.
37. Ginger Whiskey Sour
Ginger is great for settling uncomfortable stomachs, which many experiences after their Thanksgiving meal. Jim Beam gives us this ginger whiskey sour recipe that is great for relaxing and helping settle your stomach at the end of your day.
38. Low-carb Red Sangria
Sometimes regular wine is too heavy, especially during the holidays. Making a batch of fresh sangria is the best substitute, like this red sangria recipe from Tasty Lowcarb.
49. Holiday Punch
If you’re looking for a sweet keto punch that everyone in the family can enjoy, check out My Productive Backyard’s fruit punch recipe.
40. Keto Cider
Warm apple cider is a delicious drink many enjoy throughout fall and winter. Consider trying this keto apple cider recipe from Trina Krug and savor each cup of this spicy beverage.
Keto Thanksgiving Recipes Conclusion
If you’re nearing your first Thanksgiving on the keto diet or someone looking for some inspiration in the kitchen, incorporate a few of these keto Thanksgiving recipes into your meal plan this year.
You don’t have to miss out on your favorite dishes; you can cook appetizers, sides, dishes, desserts, and beverages that everyone in your family will enjoy while sticking to your diet plan.
