How to make Zuppa Toscana in an Instant Pot?

• Turn the sauté function on the Instant Pot. Cook the chopped bacon until crisp, about 3-5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the bacon from the pressure cooker. Drain off all of the grease except 1 tablespoon. 
• Add the ground Italian sausage. Brown and break up the sausage as it cooks. Once it is brown add the minced garlic, chopped onion and sauté until soft. Drain off any grease.
• Add the spices, cubed turnip and broth. Secure the lid and pressure cook for 5 minutes. Allow it to naturally release pressure for 10 minutes. 
• Remove the lid, add the chopped kale and heavy cream. Stir the soup well, the kale will wilt and cook through as you stir. 
• Stir in the cooked, crumbled bacon and parmesan if desired, just before serving. 

How do you make Keto Zuppa Toscana?

This recipe is very easy to make keto. Instead of Russet potatoes, we use peeled, cubed turnips. Hear me out, turnips have a very similar consistency to potatoes when cooked in a soup like this. This is the same method I used for my Keto Beef Stew. 

When I served this my family members did not even realize these were turnips, so give it a shot! It really is a great low carb alternative for potatoes. 

What other low-carb substitutes can you use instead of potatoes?

While I love turnips, there are other keto variations! If you don’t have turnips but do have radishes available, I have read that those make great replacements, though I haven’t used them in this recipe. Cauliflower florets are another good option. I love Keto Roasted Radishes instead of roasted potatoes, and these Keto Fries are made with rutabaga. It makes sense that these would work as replacements in soup, too!

Tips for the Best Low Carb Sausage and Kale Soup

• Make sure your ingredients are in bite size chunks for the best results. For example, large cubes of turnip or long ribbons of kale will be hard to enjoy with a spoon. 
• Brown and break up the sausage well so there are no big chunks. 
• Do not add the kale or heavy cream until after the pressure cooking cycle. 
• For a little more heat, try adding some red pepper flakes. 

What should I serve with Zuppa Toscana?

I love to have a whole Italian night when I serve this Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana! This Keto Antipasto Salad brings in beautiful Italian flavors without even needing to cook. If you make a half portion as an appetizer, you’re only adding 2.8 net carbs. These Italian Baked Mushrooms are always a hit, whether served as an appetizer, protein, or side dish! These Three-Cheese Keto Biscuits work wonderfully to dip in the soup instead of breadsticks, too, for only 2 net carbs each.

Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana Soup FAQ

Other Keto Soup Recipes

• The Best Keto Chili
• Sicilian Chicken Soup
• Bacon Cheeseburger Soup

Instant Pot Keto Recipes

• Instant Pot Sausage and Cabbage
• Buffalo Chicken Soup
• Keto Beef Stew

Yield: 6

Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana (keto + low carb)

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This Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana is loaded with bacon, sausage, garlic and kale! This keto-friendly, low carb soup requires just 5 minutes of pressure cooking and has about 6 net carbs per serving!

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Additional Time 10 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 slices bacon, cut into small pieces
• 2 pounds ground Italian sausage
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup white onion, chopped
• 2 cups turnip, peeled and cubed
• 32 ounces chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 5 cups of kale, chopped very finely, tough stems removed
• 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

1. Turn the sauté function on the Instant Pot. Cook the chopped bacon until crisp, about 3-5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon remove the bacon from the pressure cooker. Drain off all of the grease except 1 tablespoon. 
2. Add the ground Italian sausage. Brown and break up the sausage as it cooks. Once it is brown add the minced garlic, chopped onion and sauté until soft. Drain off any grease.
3. Add the spices, cubed turnip and broth.
4. Secure the lid and pressure cook for 5 minutes. Once the cooking cycle has ended allow it to naturally release pressure for 10 minutes. 
5. Remove the lid, add the chopped kale and heavy cream. Stir the soup well, the kale will wilt and cook through as you stir. 
6. Stir in the cooked bacon and parmesan if desired, just before serving. 

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1 1/2 cups
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 528Total Fat: 43gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 689mgCarbohydrates: 7.9gNet Carbohydrates: 6.4gFiber: 1.5gSugar: 4.6gProtein: 26.5g

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The keto lifestyle might not be easy, but following a simple meal plan is! These Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas are here to make things easier, keeping you working towards your goals. Each week you’ll get 5 keto breakfast recipes perfect for meal prepping. Don’t worry about that grocery list, either — I’ve already included a printable shopping list at the bottom of this page.

You can also use the Weekly Lunch Ideas and Easy Keto Dinner Meal Plan each week for 5 full days worth of keto meals, snacks, and desserts! Meal prep tips, net carb counts, and serving amounts are all included to help you plan your week.

Depending on how many people you’re feeding, you may not need all five breakfast recipes. Pick and choose which recipes work for you, then meal prep to get ready for an easy, delicious, low carb, filling week!

Monday – Ham and Swiss Biscuits

These delicious Ham and Swiss Biscuits are so soft and fluffy — The perfect way to start the morning! This recipe makes 15 biscuits, 3.2 net carbs each.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas) – Cacio e Pepe Zoodles, 2 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – One Pan Lasagna, 4.3 net carbs.

Tuesday – Air Fryer Eggs

You just need a 4-inch ramekin and an air fryer for this easy Air Fryer Egg recipe! This recipe makes a 1 serving ramekin, just 3.8 net carbs.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas) – Cheddar Stuffed Meatballs, 0.6 net carbs each.

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Cheeseburger Zucchini Boats, 4.8 net carbs.

Wednesday – Ham Cheddar Jalapeno Bites

Tasty Ham Cheddar Jalapeno Bites have a little kick and a lot of flavor, but barely any carbs! This recipe makes 24 bites, 1.1 net carbs each.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas) – Keto Taco Salad, 7.5 net carbs.

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Cajun Pork Chops and Fried Cabbage, 3.7 net carbs

Thursday – Ham and Cheese Chaffles

These easy Ham and Cheese Chaffles are a super quick breakfast — Top them with smashed avocado for an amazing keto toast! This recipe makes 5 chaffles, 1.2 net carbs each.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas) – Keto Turkey Wrap, 4.2 net carbs.

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Keto Pizza Soup, 7.1 net carbs.

Friday – Ham Broccoli Cheese Scramble

This Ham Broccoli Cheese Scramble comes together super quickly and is perfect when you want a fresh, hot breakfast to start the day. This recipe makes 4 servings, 2.1 net carbs.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas) – Easy Lunch Roll Ups, about 1 net carb each.

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Buffalo Chicken Taquitos, 0.1 net carbs for 3

Bonus – Candied Bacon

Snacking on Candied Bacon gives you the best of both worlds – Sweet and smoky! This recipe makes 12 slices of bacon, 0.8 net carbs each.

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Struggling to find low-carb lunches for a keto diet? Here’s your solution. Each week check back for Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas, great for beginners! I’ll include 5 EASY low carb lunches with a printable grocery list every week. If you need help planning the rest of your meals for the day, check out these Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas and the Easy Keto Meal Plan! 

I focus on recipes that are easy to make using ingredients that are easy to find. Some of these are freezer-friendly meal prep recipes, and some are quick no-cook recipes you can whip up in the morning.

Monday-Friday Keto Lunch Recipes

Here are five low-carb lunches that would work with a keto diet! I’ll be honest — Because I’m not feeding a lot of mouths, I usually stick to 2-3 recipes, and then I repeat lunches in the week. If you’re planning for more people or if you just love variety, here are 5 days-worth of low-carb recipes that are perfect for lunch! Just scroll down to the bottom to download the grocery list.

Monday – Cacio e Pepe Zoodles

Cacio e Pepe Zoodles are so simple yet so delicious! The strong parmesan and pepper flavor complements zucchini perfectly. If good zucchini isn’t available, spaghetti squash makes a great substitution. This recipe makes 2 servings, 2 net carbs each.

Breakfast Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas) – Ham & Swiss Biscuits, 3.2 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – One Pan Lasagna, 4.3 net carbs

Tuesday – Cheddar Stuffed Meatballs

These Cheddar Stuffed Meatballs are delicious and versatile! Snack on them alone, make a meatball sandwich with two chaffles, or serve with zoodles or spaghetti squash for low carb pasta! This recipe makes 24 meatballs, 0.6 net carbs each.

Breakfast Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas) – Air Fryer Eggs, 3.8 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Cheeseburger Zucchini Boats, 4.8 net carbs

Wednesday – Taco Salad

This easy Taco Salad is the perfect lunch because it’s super filling, it provides a ton of nutrients, and it’s so tasty you’ll be looking forward to it all morning. This recipe makes 4 servings, 7.5 net carbs each.

Breakfast Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas) – Ham Cheddar Jalapeno Bites, 1.1 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Cajun Pork Chops and Fried Cabbage, 3.7 net carbs

Thursday – Turkey Lettuce Wrap

These Turkey Lettuce Wraps are so refreshing and can be rolled up in just a couple minutes! This recipe makes 1 wrap, just 4.2 net carbs.

Breakfast Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas) – Ham & Cheese Chaffles, 1.2 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Keto Pizza Soup, 7.1 net carbs

Friday – Lunch Roll Ups

These Lunch Roll Ups are incredibly simple, customizable, and low in carbs. Roll up slices of turkey (or any other deli meat you choose) with slices of provolone cheese (or your favorite kind) for easy 1 carb rolls. Add pickle spears, pepperoncini, olives, or other low-carb options for more flavor.

Breakfast Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas) – Ham Broccoli Cheese Scramble, 2.1 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Buffalo Chicken Taquitos, 0.1 net carbs for 3

Bonus – Turkey Roll Ups

These Turkey Roll Ups are simple and include a veggie, meat, and dairy for well-rounded nutrition. It’s an easy snack to wrap up in a couple minutes, or it’s one that can travel easily in a lunchbox. This recipe makes 1 wrap, 3.9 net carbs.

Keto Meal Prep Tips:

• Separate and prepare ground beef
  • With 1 pound, mix with crushed pork rinds, ranch seasoning, and an egg, then form 24 meatballs. Stuff with cheddar cheese cubes and cook. These will keep 3-4 days in the fridge or up to 6 months in the freezer.
  • Cook 1 pound with taco seasoning and water for taco meat. This will last 3-4 days in the fridge, or you can freeze in individual portions to pull out servings as you need. Frozen meat will last up to 6 months.
• Spiralize zucchini noodles. These will keep 2-3 days in the fridge in an airtight container (line with a paper towel to absorb moisture).
• Lunch Rollups, Turkey Wraps, and Turkey Rollups all require no cooking and can be prepared in under 5 minutes. These all can be prepped up to 2 days ahead of time as long as there’s a barrier between wet ingredients (tomato, pickles, etc.) and delicate ingredients like lettuce.

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Struggling to find low-carb lunches for a keto diet? Here’s your solution. Each week check back for Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas, great for beginners! I’ll include 5 EASY low carb lunches with a printable grocery list every week. If you need help planning the rest of your meals for the day, check out these Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas and the Easy Keto Meal Plan! 

I focus on recipes that are easy to make using ingredients that are easy to find. Some of these are freezer-friendly meal prep recipes, and some are quick no-cook recipes you can whip up in the morning.

Monday through Friday Keto Lunch Recipes

Here are five low-carb lunches that would work with a keto diet! I’ll be honest — Because I’m not feeding a lot of mouths, I usually stick to 2-3 recipes, and then I repeat lunches in the week. If you’re planning for more people or if you just love variety, here are 5 days-worth of low-carb recipes that are perfect for lunch! Just scroll down to the bottom to download the grocery list.

Monday – Italian Pinwheels

These Italian Pinwheels are packed full of feta dip, salami, and pickle flavor! This recipe makes 8 servings (5 pinwheels per serving), just 4.5 net carbs. You can easily prepare just a half or quarter of this recipe if you don’t need so much.

Breakfast Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas) – Easy Frittata Recipe, 2.3 net carbs per slice

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Cabbage & Sausage Skillet, 5.7 net carbs

Tuesday – Italian Chopped Salad

This Italian Chopped Salad has so many different textures and flavors, it’s anything but boring! This recipe makes 6 servings, and each salad has just 5.6 net carbs with the lemon vinaigrette.

Breakfast Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas) – Bacon Breakfast Tacos, 4.7 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Keto Ravioli, 1.3 net carbs for 4

Wednesday – Whipped Feta Dip & Charcuterie

Pair 1/4 cup of this Whipped Feta Dip with assorted meats, cheeses, veggies, and olives for a low-carb charcuterie board that will keep you full for hours! This recipe makes 8 (1/4 cup) servings, just 0.8 net carbs each!

Breakfast Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas) – BLT Lettuce Wraps, 2 net carbs each

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Buffalo Chicken Soup, 4.7 net carbs per bowl

Thursday – Italian Sausage Balls

These delicious Italian Sausage Balls are just as easy as the breakfast sausage ball recipes but is instead packed with juicy Italian sausage! This recipe makes 28 bites, just 0.8 net carbs each — Perfect with a bit of low-carb marinara sauce!

Breakfast Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas) – Bacon Egg and Cheese Rolls, 3.3 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Sausage Cream Cheese Rolls, 2.1 net carbs each

Friday – Italian Lettuce Wrap

This easy Italian Lettuce Wrap is super refreshing and gets a great crunch from the crisp lettuce! This recipe makes 1 wrap, just 3.8 net carbs.

Breakfast Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas) – Bacon Egg Zucchini Bites, 0.2 net carbs each

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Skillet, 4.8 net carbs

Bonus – Keto Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks

This Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks are gluten free, keto-friendly, and packed with nutritious zucchini! This recipe makes 12 breadsticks, just 1.9 net carbs each. They make a great addition to lunches, or enjoy them as a side to a light lunch, dipped in low-carb marinara!

Keto Meal Prep Tips

• Make a big batch of the whipped feta dip so that you’ll have it for the Italian Pinwheels, the charcuterie, and for any mid-day snack cravings you get all week.
• Cook Italian Sausage Balls ahead of time and freeze. They will last 3-6 months in an airtight freezer bag — Suck or press out as much air as possible to prevent freezer burn.
• Italian Pinwheels can be made up to 4 days in advance. The whipped feta, once cold, holds the pinwheels together perfectly.
• The Italian Chopped Salad can be made up to 3 days ahead of time — Just make sure that any wet ingredients are kept separately from the greens to prevent them from becoming soggy.
• Italian Lettuce Wrap is best made 24 hours or fewer ahead of time. These are best as fresh as you can make them.

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The keto lifestyle might not be easy, but following a simple meal plan is! These Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas are here to make things easier, keeping you working towards your goals. Each week you’ll get 5 keto breakfast recipes perfect for meal prepping. Don’t worry about that grocery list, either — I’ve already included a printable shopping list at the bottom of this page.

You can also use the Weekly Lunch Ideas and Easy Keto Dinner Meal Plan each week for 5 full days worth of keto meals, snacks, and desserts! Meal prep tips, net carb counts, and serving amounts are all included to help you plan your week.

Depending on how many people you’re feeding, you may not need all five breakfast recipes. Pick and choose which recipes work for you, then meal prep to get ready for an easy, delicious, low carb, filling week!

Monday – Easy Frittata Recipe

A good frittata is both perfect for company on Sunday and as a reheated meal prep breakfast on Monday! This recipe makes 8 servings, 2.3 net carbs per slice.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas) : Italian Pinwheels, 4.5 net carbs for 5

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) : Cabbage and Sausage Skillet, 5.7 net carbs

Tuesday – Bacon Breakfast Tacos

These tasty Bacon Breakfast Tacos are super easy, healthy, and flavorful. This recipe makes 4 tacos, 4.7 net carbs each. If you want to reduce carbs further, replace the low carb tortilla with a lettuce wrap or cheese shell.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas) : Italian Chopped Salad, 5.6 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) : Keto Ravioli, 1.3 net carbs for 4

Wednesday – BLT Lettuce Wraps

These BLT Lettuce Wraps are super simple, but the classic combination of textures is the best part! This recipe makes 2 wraps, just 2 net carbs each.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas) : Whipped Feta Dip with Charcuterie, 0.8+ net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) : Buffalo Chicken Soup, 4.7 net carbs

Thursday – Bacon Egg & Cheese Rolls

Bacon Egg and Cheese Rolls are soft, delicious, and easy to bring along for an on-the-go breakfast. This recipe makes 6 rolls, 3.3 net carbs each.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas) : Italian Sausage Balls, 0.8 net carbs each

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) : Sausage Cream Cheese Rolls, 2.1 net carbs each

Friday – Bacon Egg Zucchini Bites

This perfect meal prep recipe is one you’ll love — Bacon Egg Zucchini Bites are gluten free, low-carb, healthy, and easy to freeze! This recipe makes 24 bites, just 0.2 net carbs each.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas) : Italian Lettuce Wrap, 3.8 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) : Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Skillet, 4.8 net carbs

Bonus – Keto Gingerbread Latte

For a cozy start to your day, this easy Keto Gingerbread Latte is perfect! If you prefer a vanilla or mocha latte, just replace the syrup with the sugar-free flavor of your choice. This recipe makes 1 latte for just 1 net carb.

Meal Prep Tips:

• Batch cook and separate all your bacon — You will need some kept in crispy slices for the BLT Wraps and Bacon Egg and Cheese Rolls.
• Frittata, Bacon Egg and Cheese Rolls, and Bacon Egg Zucchini Bites can all be frozen. Cut the frittata into slices and wrap each one individually multiple times in plastic wrap, then store in a freezer bag. Rolls and bites can be stored in freezer bags as well.
• Scrambled eggs can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge up to 4 days. Scramble, cook, and portion out just enough eggs for tacos. If you like the extra protein, cook a couple extra and add them to your BLT Lettuce Wraps.

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The keto lifestyle might not be easy, but following a simple meal plan is! These Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas are here to make things easier, keeping you working towards your goals. Each week you’ll get 5 keto breakfast recipes perfect for meal prepping. Don’t worry about that grocery list, either — I’ve already included a printable shopping list at the bottom of this page.

You can also use the Weekly Lunch Ideas and Easy Keto Dinner Meal Plan each week for 5 full days worth of keto meals, snacks, and desserts! Meal prep tips, net carb counts, and serving amounts are all included to help you plan your week.

Depending on how many people you’re feeding, you may not need all five breakfast recipes. Pick and choose which recipes work for you, then meal prep to get ready for an easy, delicious, low carb, filling week!

Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas (Week 5)

Monday – Sausage Cream Cheese Pinwheels

These delicious Sausage Cream Cheese Pinwheels are easily baked, frozen, and reheated for great meal prep breakfasts! This recipe makes 10 rolls, just 2.1 net carbs each.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Lunch Ideas) — Chopped Thai Chicken Salad, 3.1 net carbs.

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – One Pan Green Chili Chicken, 3.6 net carbs per serving

Tuesday – Keto Blueberry Muffins

You will LOVE these fluffy Keto Blueberry Muffins! They travel well and can be frozen + reheated perfectly. This recipe makes 6 muffins at 4.1 net carbs each.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Lunch Ideas) — Pepperoni Chaffles, 2 net carbs each

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Steak and Eggs, 0.7 net carbs per serving

Wednesday – Bacon Egg and Cheese Tortilla

This Bacon Egg and Cheese Tortilla is delicious, easy to carry, and can be meal prepped for a quick breakfast! This recipe makes 1 tortilla, 5.6 net carbs each.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Lunch Ideas) — Thai Chicken Collard Wrap with Peanut Dipping Sauce, 5 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza, 3.3 net carbs per serving

Thursday – Sausage Cheese Keto Egg Muffins

These Sausage Cheese Keto Egg Muffins are light and fluffy even after freezing and reheating! This recipe makes 12 muffins, just 0.9 net carbs each!

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Lunch Ideas) — Ham & Cheese Pinwheels, 4 net carbs for 5.

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Sausage Cabbage Foil Pack, 6.5 net carbs per serving

Friday – Keto Breakfast Pizza

This Keto Breakfast Pizza uses the same fat head dough as the sausage pinwheels! It is delicious and the perfect way to start a Friday. This recipe makes 1 pizza (6 slices), 4.6 net carbs per slice.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Lunch Ideas) — Keto Tuna Salad, 1.8 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan) – Pepperoni Pizza Bites, 1 net carb each

Bonus – Simple Iced Coffee

A Simple Iced Coffee is such a great way to start any day! A sugar-free syrup of your choice (vanilla is my favorite!) and homemade cold brew bring the coffee house to your kitchen. This recipe makes 1 iced coffee, just 2 carbs.

Keto Meal Prep Tips:

• You can prep the sausage by cooking a pound of sausage. Separate into 1 cup and 1/2 pound portions. Prep the bacon by cooking it all at once, then chop 1 cup of bacon and set aside 2 slices. You can air fry it, too!
• Wash and dry your blueberries, then store them in a mason jar to keep them fresh if you’re not ready to cook until later.
• Make 2 batches of fat head dough, 1 for the pinwheels and 1 for the pizza. The fat head dough can be made up to 3 days ahead of time, wrapped in plastic, and left in the fridge, but you will need to reheat it well to be able to roll out for the crust. If you want to make more batches, fat head dough can be frozen up to 3 months.
• Cold brew your coffee ahead of time–It will keep in the fridge 7-10 days, so you can mix up an iced coffee every morning of the week.
• Each recipe (except the coffee) this week can be frozen for easy breakfasts this week and longer!
  • To keep a crispy crust on the sausage pinwheels and the pizza when reheating, use the air fryer or toaster oven.
  • Freeze muffins, egg muffins, pinwheels, and pizza slices by cooling completely then wrapping individually in a couple layers of plastic wrap. This will prevent freezer burn and will allow you to take out only the amount you need.
  • To freeze and reheat the breakfast tortilla, just cook it, allow it to cool, then wrap it in foil before freezing in a freezer bag. Make several of these one day and be prepared for a quick on-the-go meal. It’s best to thaw overnight in the fridge, then air fry (or microwave) to reheat.

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Keto Breakfast Recipes

The keto lifestyle can be a little overwhelming! These Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas are here to make things easier! Each week you’ll get 5 keto breakfast recipes perfect for meal prepping! Don’t worry about that grocery list, either — I’ve already included a printable shopping list at the bottom of this page. You can also use the  Easy Keto Dinner Meal Plan and the Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas each week for 5 full days worth of keto breakfast, lunches, dinners, and snacks! 

Meal prep tips, net carb counts, and serving amounts are all included to help you plan your week. Depending on how many people you’re feeding, you may not need all five breakfast recipes. Pick and choose which recipes work for you, then meal prep to get ready for an easy, delicious, low carb, filling week!

Monday – Keto Lemon Cheesecake Parfaits

This delicious Lemon Cheesecake Parfait feels so decadent, but it’s quite healthy! Sweet, tangy, and low carb. This makes 1 parfait, just 3.5 net carbs. You can easily take this on-the-go by preparing it in a mason jar or container with a tight-fitting lid.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas): Buffalo Chicken Bites (4) – 3.2 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan Week 4): One Pan Cabbage Casserole – 7.4 net carbs

Tuesday – Spinach and Bacon Egg Muffins

We love these Spinach and Bacon Egg Muffins because they help add veggies to our diet without feeling too healthy. This recipe makes 12 muffins, each one just 1 net carb. These can be frozen and reheated in the microwave for an easy meal prep recipe, too!

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas): Turkey skewers and Pizza skewers (4 of each), 6.5 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan Week 4): Keto Taco Soup, 5.3 net carbs

Wednesday – Breakfast Quesadilla

This Breakfast Quesadilla can be made fresh or ahead of time! To meal prep, cook, cool, wrap in foil, and freeze. Toss into the toaster oven to warm up while you get ready in the morning. This recipe makes 1 quesadilla for 4.7 net carbs.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas): Pepperoni Cheese Wraps, 5.2 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan Week 4): Buffalo Chicken Zucchini Boats, 4 net carbs

Thursday – Keto Bacon Cheddar Chive Biscuits + 2 scrambled eggs

Bacon Cheddar Chive Biscuits are cheesy, soft, and fluffy! Add two scrambled eggs with a biscuit, and you have a super filling breakfast for just 6.1 net carbs each. The biscuit recipe makes 12 biscuits, 4.1 net carbs each.

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas): Crockpot Crack Chicken, 1.1 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan Week 4): Sesame Chicken Stir Fry, 2 net carbs

Friday – Cinnamon Roll Chaffle

If you need a sweet start to the day, this Cinnamon Roll Chaffle is for you! This recipe makes 6 chaffles, 2.3 net carbs each. That carb count includes the tasty glaze you drizzle on top (or you could always cut your chaffle and dip it into the glaze!

Lunch Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas): Lunch Rollups (4), 4 net carbs

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan Week 4): Salmon Patties, 4.4 net carbs

Bonus – Keto Mocha Frappuccino

YUM! This Mocha Frappuccino is is chocolaty and will give you the boost you need for the day. This recipe makes one drink for 3.4 net carbs.

Meal Prep Breakfast Tips

• The parfait can be made up to 3 days in advance
• Egg muffins, quesadillas, biscuits, and chaffles all can be made ahead of time, double wrapped, and stored in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge or microwave.
• Making double batches and freezing them for later breakfast emergencies is a great idea for keto meal prep.

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Monday-Friday Keto Lunch Ideas

Struggling to find low-carb lunches for a keto diet? Here’s your solution. Each week check back for Weekly Keto Lunch Ideas, great for beginners! I’ll include 5 EASY low carb lunches with a printable grocery list every week. If you need help planning the rest of your meals for the day, check out these Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas and the Easy Keto Meal Plan! 

I focus on recipes that are easy to make using ingredients that are easy to find. Some of these are freezer-friendly meal prep recipes, and some are quick no-cook recipes you can whip up in the morning.

Here are five low-carb lunches that would work with a keto diet! I’ll be honest — Because I’m not feeding a lot of mouths, I usually stick to 2-3 recipes, and then I repeat lunches in the week. If you’re planning for more people or if you just love variety, here are 5 days-worth of low-carb recipes that are perfect for lunch! Just scroll down to the bottom to download the grocery list.

Monday – Buffalo Chicken Bites

Buffalo Chicken Bites are easy to love because they are easy, delicious, and meal prep friendly! This recipe makes 24 bites, each one just 0.8 net carbs. If you freeze these, they can be thawed and reheated in the microwave or be eaten cold, making them perfect for the office or school!

Breakfast Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas): Keto Sausage Balls, 0.8 net carbs, 25 balls

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan Week 4): One Pan Cabbage Casserole, 7.4 net carbs

Tuesday – Lunch Skewers

These Lunch Skewers come in two different flavors — Pizza Skewers or Turkey Skewers! This recipe makes 4 skewers of each type, totaling 6.5 net carbs for all of them. These require no cooking and take just 5 minutes to put together in the morning or night before you want to eat.

Breakfast Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas): Keto Sausage Balls, 0.8 net carbs, 25 balls

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan Week 4): Keto Taco Soup, 5.2 net carbs

Wednesday – Pepperoni Cheese Wraps

This Pepperoni Cheese Wrap has a TON of flavor, and it’s so simple! This recipe makes 2 wraps, each one 5.2 net carbs. I wouldn’t recommend making this one too early, but it could easily stay fresh for about 24 hours, so you can make it the night before.

Breakfast Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas): Keto Sausage Balls, 0.8 net carbs, 25 balls

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan Week 4): Buffalo Chicken Zucchini Boats, 4 net carbs

Thursday – Crack Chicken

Cheesy and creamy, people love Crack Chicken! It works well as a sandwich (just use chaffles as buns) or as a dip with Keto Chips (check out the bonus recipe!). It makes 8 servings (3/4 cup each) for 1.1 net carbs. I wouldn’t freeze this, but I don’t think you’ll have many leftovers at the end of the week!

Breakfast Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas): Keto Sausage Balls, 0.8 net carbs, 25 balls

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan Week 4): Sesame Chicken Stir Fry, 2 net carbs

Friday – Easy Lunch Rollups

Simple deli meat and cheese make these Lunch Rollups super easy! If you pick a 0-carb meat and a 1-carb slice of cheese, each rollup would be 1 carb — And you can make as many as you want! These are great for young kids and older adults alike!

Breakfast Recommendation (from Weekly Keto Breakfast Ideas): Keto Sausage Balls, 0.8 net carbs, 25 balls

Dinner Recommendation (from Easy Keto Meal Plan Week 4): Salmon Patties, 4.4 net carbs

Bonus Recipe – Keto Tortilla Chips & Pepperoni Chips

These are unbelievably easy! Keto Tortilla Chips are made with just 0-carb tortillas and spray oil! A serving is 8 chips, and it’s 0 net carbs. Pepperoni Chips are made the same way, but the pepperoni becomes your chip! Each serving is 14 chips for 0 carbs.

Other snacks in the breakfast and dinner plans: Mocha Frappuccino and No Bake Cookies

Keto Lunch Meal Prep Tips

• Buffalo Chicken Bites can easily be frozen and reheated! If you have leftovers or want to cook an extra batch for future lunches and snacks, it’s a great idea!
• Lunch skewers, Pepperoni wraps, and Lunch rollups could be prepped ahead of time, but they’re best within about 24 hours, so making them the night ahead would be easy and take maybe 5 minutes.
• Crack chicken is great as a sandwich filling or as a dip with chips! The bonus is a chip recipe, so I recommend having it for lunch with chips, then later in a sandwich with two chaffles!
• Both chip recipes stay crispy for a whole week, though the pepperoni chips do soften quicker than the tortillas. These don’t freeze well, so try to eat them in that first week.

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This delicious recipe for Keto Lil Smokies is just like that classic version at every American potluck party — A bit smoky, a bit sweet, and covered in tangy barbecue sauce. This version uses a golden monk fruit in place of brown sugar for a low-carb app that tastes just like the original.

These can be frozen before or after cooking, so you can easily prepare yourself for the parties or company coming up in the next couple of months. This dump-and-go appetizer will be the easiest, most convenient recipe in your arsenal this season!

Little Smokies Ingredients

Here’s a quick overview of what you’ll need. For exact measurements and directions, scroll down to the printable recipe card below.

• Lit’l Smokies – I used Hillshire Farm pork, but other brands work, too. They carry pork, beef, and turkey. Check the nutrition label — Some have higher carbs, but Hillshire Farm pork has just 2 carbs.
• Sugar-Free Hickory Barbecue Sauce – I used G Hughes hickory sauce, but you can use whatever low-carb barbecue sauce you like best. Adding 1/2-1 teaspoon of liquid smoke can help give more of that hickory flavor.
• Golden Monk Fruit – I used the Lakanto brand, but you can use another 1:1 brown sugar replacement if you prefer something else. Granular sugar replacements also work just fine, but you don’t get quite the depth of flavor.
• Worcestershire Sauce – This adds a great depth of flavor and helps balance out the sweetness of the recipe. If you don’t have this, replace it with your favorite steak marinade.
• Liquid Smoke (optional) – If you love that smoke flavor, add a bit of liquid smoke. I’d start with 1/2 teaspoon, then increase in small amounts until it reaches your preferred taste.

How to Make Keto Lil Smokies

This easy keto appetizer recipe is so simple, you’ll have it memorized after just making it once! Here’s a step-by-step look at this easy recipe.

Make the sauce

First, add the barbecue sauce, sweetener, and Worcestershire sauce to the slow cooker. Stir these ingredients to form a well-combined sauce, then pour in both (drained) packages of little smokies. Mix all of this together, making sure every single piece is coated in sauce. This helps ensure they will soak up flavor and not dry out during cooking.

Cook sausages

Now that everything is covered in the slow cooker, cook on low for 1-2 hours. This cooking time will depend on the size and power of your slow cooker as well as the temperature of the ingredients when you started cooking. If you allow all ingredients to reach room temperature, your appetizer will be ready quicker!

It’s safest to check at the 45 minute mark, then I’d check and stir every 15 minutes after that until they are warmed throughout. Stir at least once during the cooking to ensure even cooking.

What to Serve with Lil Smokies

These Lil Smokies can be served hot right out of the slow cooker or even cold from a lunch box. On an appetizer table, consider serving these with Keto Jalapeno Poppers, Air Fryer Mushrooms, or 5-Ingredient Keto Sausage Balls for a low-carb table full of flavor.

For game day, Keto Pretzel Bites with Cheese Sauce, Easy Keto Popcorn Shrimp, and Keto Chicken Wings would be perfect with these Lil Smokies! Add some great dip like Smoked Queso, Blue Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip, or Beer Cheese Dip.

How to Store Little Smokies

Completely cooled Little Smokies can be stored in an airtight container up to 4 days in the fridge. If you’re sitting this out for a party, make sure it’s in a slow cooker to stay warm. Do not let it sit out more than 2 hours if it is not heated.

Freezing Little Smokies

Little Smokies can be frozen, and it’s very easy! Allow your cooked sausages to cool completely before storing — Warm food lowers the temperature of the freezer, and the condensation from warm food can lead to freezer burn.

Pour your Keto Little Smokies into a freezer bag, closing and sucking out any remaining air in the bag. Double bag if your freezer struggles with freezer burn. If possible, lay the bag flat in the freezer for 1 day, then it can be leaned up vertically to save you freezer space. These are best eaten within 2 months as the freeze can alter the texture.

Raw little smokies can be frozen, too! For a super easy meal prep appetizer, just pour your sauce ingredients in a freezer bag and mix or shake until all the ingredients are well combined. Add your raw sausages, close, and freeze like the cooked sausages above. When frozen raw, this can keep in the fridge 6-12 months.

Reheating Lil Smokies

Lil Smokies can be reheated using a slow cooker, skillet, microwave, or oven.

• Slow Cooker – Just pour back into the slow cooker, then turn on low to reheat. You can reheat on high, just make sure you’re nearby to stir and check it often.
• Skillet – On medium low, pour the sauce and Lil Smokies into the skillet. Cover with a lid and reheat 5-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Microwave – Add 1-2 servings to a microwave safe bowl and heat in 30-second bursts, stirring between cooking times. Cover with a paper towel as the sausages can burst and pop.
• Oven – Preheat to 350 degrees F, and pour your leftover Lil Smokies into a baking dish. Cover with foil or a lid, and reheat 10-20 minutes. Stir occasionally. If the sauce looks too thick, thin it out with a bit of water or broth.

FAQ’S ABOUT LITTLE SMOKIES

If you like this recipe for lil smokies, try these:

• BBQ Cheddar Meatballs – Can be cooked in the oven or air fryer and is PERFECT for a game day food or keto appetizer!
• Air Fryer Cauliflower – Crispy, bursting with buffalo sauce flavor, and ready super quick!
• Keto Popcorn Shrimp – Tender on the inside, crunchy on the outside. Low carb with a smoky flavor.
• Cheesy Crab and Bacon Dip – Creamy, cheesy, salty, and perfect with veggies or keto chips!
• Keto Mozzarella Sticks – WAY better than the freezer aisle option! Pork rind crumbs give these the absolute best texture!

Yield: 14 servings (about 7 pieces each)

Keto Little Smokies Recipe

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This Keto Little Smokies recipe has that classic sweet-and-smoky flavor while also being sugar free! This is the best keto appetizer for a potluck or party.

Cook Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour

Ingredients

• 2 packages (14 ounce) little smokies (I used Hillshire Farms)
• 1 1/2 cup sugar-free Hickory BBQ sauce (I used G Hughes brand)
• 1/2 cup golden monk fruit*
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke

Instructions

1. Combine BBQ sauce, monk fruit, and Worcestershire sauce to the slow cooker, then mix.
2. Add little smokies to the slow cooker and stir to coat.
3. Cook for 1-2 hours, stirring once or twice for even heating.

Notes

I used Hillshire Farm pork lit'l smokies and G Hughes hickory BBQ sauce because those were the lowest carb options in my store. These were used in calculating the nutrition values below.

If you don't have monk fruit, you can use another brown sugar replacement (like Swerve Brown Sugar), but you might have more aftertaste.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

14

Serving Size:

about 7 sausages
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 107Total Fat: 15.9gCholesterol: 37.4mgSodium: 671.4mgCarbohydrates: 3.7gNet Carbohydrates: 3.7gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 6.5g

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Supreme Pizza Quesadilla

This Supreme Pizza Quesadilla is such an easy, comforting meal! It’s ready in about 10 minutes, and everyone in the house can customize the way they see fit. Under 8 net carbs for each quesadilla, you’ll love being able to enjoy your favorite pizza inside a buttery, crispy tortilla!

Interested in lowering the carbs even more? You can use Keto Zucchini Tortillas or even cheese wraps to make this a super low-carb Keto Quesadilla. This makes it possible to make this meal gluten-free, grain-free, lactose free (if using lactose-free cheese and Folio cheese wraps), and low carb!

This quesadilla is freezable and great for meal prepping, too. It’s so tempting to order a pizza on those busy weeknights, but having these Supreme Pizza Quesadillas in the freezer and ready to reheat makes it SO much easier to stick to your low-carb lifestyle!

What is on a Supreme Pizza?

Traditionally, a Supreme Pizza includes pepperoni, Italian sausage, bell peppers, red onions, mozzarella, and sometimes olives. I left the olives off of mine to match my favorite local Supreme Pizza, but it would also be great to add them!

How to make a pizza quesadilla

This recipe is SO easy! Butter a tortilla on one side, then lay it flat on a warm skillet. Top it with all the fillings and wait for the tortilla to become golden brown and the cheese to melt. Fold one side over the fillings and flip, then continue cooking until both sides are beautifully browned.

Are tortillas keto? 

Regular tortillas are not keto-friendly, and most are not gluten-free. Luckily, there are other options! Low carb tortillas (like Mission Carb Balance tortillas) have the same flour tortilla taste and texture with way fewer carbs! The nutritional information in the printable recipe card below was calculated using a Mission Carb Balance tortilla.

Unfortunately, those low-carb tortillas are not gluten-free, and they won’t work for people who calculate total carbs vs. net carbs. To reduce the carbs even further, you can meal prep and use these Keto Zucchini Tortillas! The large ones are just 2.4 net carbs (2.8 total carbs) and are gluten-free + grain free! For even fewer carbs, make a Keto Quesadilla using cheese wraps instead!

Can you make a quesadilla in an air fryer?

Yes, quesadillas are delicious in the air fryer! You can easily make this quesadilla in the air fryer with about 10 minutes of cooking at 370 degrees. For more details (and another delicious quesadilla recipe), check this post about Air Fryer Quesadillas.

Can you freeze quesadillas?

Yes, quesadillas can be frozen either before or after cooking! If you want to still cook it fresh, you can assemble the pizza quesadilla and wrap tightly multiple times with plastic wrap. Store in a freezer bag, and it’ll last about 3 months before the texture of the tortilla begins to change.

If you’ve already cooked the quesadilla, first allow it to cool completely, then wrap tightly multiple times with plastic wrap and store in a freezer bag. Read below for reheating instructions!

How to store and reheat a quesadilla

Quesadillas are best fresh, but you can easily store these in the fridge for later if you’d like! Allow your quesadilla to cool down, then store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 4 days. For freezer instructions, see the section above.

To reheat, you can use the microwave, skillet, oven, or air fryer. Depending on your preferences and whether you quesadilla was refrigerated or frozen, some methods may work better than others.

• Microwave – Quickest method, least crispy;
  reheat in 30-45 second bursts until cheesy is bubbly and fillings are warm.
• Skillet – Quick, crispy;
  cover and reheat in a medium-low skillet 4-5 minutes on each side. Covering helps the filling warm up quicker so that the tortillas don’t overcook.
• Air Fryer – Quick, crispy;
  Reheat at 300 degrees F for 5-6 minutes. Check to make sure the tortillas aren’t getting too crispy.
• Oven – Slowest method, crispy;
  cover and reheat in a 350 degree F oven for about 10 minutes. In the last 4-5 minutes, remove cover and allow the tortilla to crisp up.

What to serve with a Supreme Pizza Quesadilla

An easy side dish to serve with your Pizza Quesadilla is a Simple Arugula Salad with Parmesan or possibly a cute little Keto Salad Bowl. Some fun sides to also dip in the marinara could be Keto Mozzarella Sticks, Spinach and Cheese Bites, or Cheesy Keto Breadsticks! Adding a bowl of Homemade Pesto Sauce gives another great low-carb dipping option. Instant Pot Artichokes with a tasty butter sauce would be perfect, too!

More Keto Pizza Recipes

• Air Fryer Zucchini Pizza Bites – 5 net carbs
• How to make a Pizza Chaffle – 1.8 net carbs
• Keto Pizza Bagels – 4.6 net carbs
• Keto Pizza Skillet – 5.9 net carbs

Want more? Check out this list of 15+ Keto Pizza Recipes! On a chaffle, in a soup, stuffed in vegetables, made into bite-size puffs, enjoyed with a crispy crust… So many ways to have Pizza Night without the carbs!

Yield: 1

Supreme Pizza Quesadilla

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This Supreme Pizza Quesadilla is loaded with all your favorite classic pizza toppings! A low-carb tortilla keeps this recipe perfect for a pizza craving while on keto!

Cook Time 3 minutes

Total Time 3 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 large tortilla (low carb), lightly buttered or oiled
• 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 6-8 pepperoni slices (depending on if you use small or large)
• 1/4 cup Italian sausage, cooked
• 2 tablespoons chopped bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped red onion
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1-2 tablespoons low-carb marinara

Instructions

1. Heat a skillet to medium heat. Once warm, add a tortilla (butter side down).
2. Top the tortilla with meat, vegetables, cheese, and marinara.
3. Cook the tortilla 2-3 minutes until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Fold one side of the tortilla over the filling and flip.
4. When both sides are golden brown, remove from skillet, slice, and serve with warm marinara sauce.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

1

Serving Size:

1 Quesadilla (nutrition calculated with a Mission Carb Balance tortilla)
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 371Total Fat: 25.5gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 1214.7mgCarbohydrates: 23.8gNet Carbohydrates: 7.5gFiber: 16.3gSugar: 2.3gProtein: 23.9g

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