Keto Meal Prep Ideas: Quick, Delicious Recipes for Success
Keto Meal Prep Ideas:
1. Buffalo Chicken Ranch: Shredded buffalo chicken over cauliflower rice, fried with turmeric. Per serving: 287 calories, 21g fat, 5g net carbs, 13g protein.
2. Cilantro Lime Chicken with Cauliflower Rice: Chicken and cauliflower rice with cherry tomatoes and avocado. Per serving: 378 calories, 21g fat, 9g net carbs, 32g protein.
3. Greek Chicken Meal Prep: Chicken with low carb veggies and spices. Per serving: 287 calories, 15g fat, 6g net carbs, 28g protein.
4. Sesame Salmon with Baby Bok Choy and Mushrooms: Salmon with vegetables. Serving information not provided.
5. Sheet Pan Fajitas with Steak: Calories: 539, Fats: 42g, Net Carbs: 7g, Protein: 31g.
6. One-Pot Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs and Mushrooms: Calories: 335, Fats: 24g, Net Carbs: 6g, Protein: 25g.
7. Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken: Calories: 358, Fats: 30g, Net Carbs: 2g, Protein: 18g.
8. Cheesesteak: Calories: 310, Fats: 14g, Net Carbs: 8g, Protein: 35g.
9. Keto Pulled Pork: Calories: 628, Fats: 41g, Net Carbs: 3g, Protein: 58g.
10. Keto Breakfast Sandwich: Calories: 603, Fats: 54g, Net Carbs: 7g, Protein: 22g.
11. “Just Like the Real Thing” Lasagna: Calories: 486, Fats: 34g, Net Carbs: 9.5g, Protein: 57g.
12. Mom’s Low Carb Meatballs: High in fat and protein, minimal carbs. Can be served with zucchini noodles.
13. Hawaiian Pizza Chicken Meal Prep: Per serving: 387 calories, 22g fat, 1g net carbs, 19g protein.
14. Creamy Garlic Chicken: Per serving: 398 calories, 30g fat, 3g net carbs, 26g protein.
15. Instant Pot General Tso’s Chicken: Per serving: 276 calories, 13g fat, 5g net carbs, 29g protein.
16. Italian Chicken Skewers: Per serving: 276 calories, 14g fat.
17. Buffalo Chicken Meatballs: Per serving: 104 calories, 8g fat, 1g net carbs, 5g protein.
Breakfast Keto Meal Prep Ideas:
– Mexican hot chocolate-inspired smoothie: Nutrition: 330 Calories, 20g fat, 11g carbohydrates, 27g protein.
– Pre-portioned protein bites: Nutrition per bite: 110 Calories, 6g fat, 5g carbohydrates, 9g protein.
– Yogurt with berries and nuts: Nutrition: 340 Calories, 33g fat, 12g carbohydrates, 14g protein.
– Keto cloud bread and egg bites sandwiches: Nutrition: 650 Calories, 52g fat, 11g carbohydrates, 31g protein.
– Keto-friendly pancakes: Nutrition: 260 Calories, 19g fat, 13g carbohydrates, 10g protein.
– Chia seed pudding: Nutrition: 260 Calories, 11g fat, 10g carbohydrates, 21g protein.
– Low-carb oatmeal substitute: Nutrition: 450 Calories, 32g fat, 9g carbohydrates, 19g protein.
– Bacon and guacamole deviled eggs: Nutrition: 230 Calories, 17g fat, 3g carbohydrates, 16g protein.
Lunch/Dinner Keto Meal Prep Ideas:
– Lemon parmesan kale salad with salmon: Nutrition: 330 Calories, 21g fat, 11g carbohydrates, 28g protein.
– Salad wraps with guacatillo sauce: Nutrition: 300 Calories, 16g fat, 12g carbohydrates, 30g protein.
– Peruvian and Mexican inspired ceviche dish: Nutrition: 342 Calories (with 4oz steak), 21g fat, 27g protein.
– Keto mac n’ cheese made with cauliflower base: Nutrition: 199 Calories, 13g fat, 4g carbohydrates, 15g protein.
– Salmon cakes made with Trifecta salmon: Nutrition: 270 Calories, 12g fat, 8g carbohydrates, 33g protein.
Keto Meal Prep Tips:
– Ketosis is a metabolic state in which the body uses fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates.
– The diet suggests an intake of only 20 grams of carbs or less per day.
– Meal prepping can save time and money and prevent meal prep burnout.
– Batch cooking and bulk prepping are two approaches to keto meal prep.
– Investing in quality meal prep containers is recommended.