18 Simple Keto Dinner Recipes That Are Packed With Flavor — but Not Carbs

Alas, a diet that encourages healthy eating without taking away the joys in life, like cheese and butter. The keto diet has gained popularity in recent years because of its effectiveness and adaptability while allowing you to eat delicious food (keto brownie cake anybody?). In a nutshell, keto essentially eliminates carbohydrates and glucose and increases healthy fats in the diet in order to reach a state of ketosis — when the body burns stored fat over stored sugar. Of course, all diets come with certain risks, so you can read about whether this diet is right for you before trying it.

While we all know dinner can be the most challenging meal to get on the table, sticking to the keto guidelines can be just as tough after a long day. These recipes are low to no-carb, quick and easy to get on the dinner table, and won't break your ketosis.

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Classic Buffalo Wings
I Breathe I'm Hungry

Classic Buffalo Wings

Get the recipe: classic buffalo wings

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Garlic Lemon Shrimp and Cauliflower Grits
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Garlic Lemon Shrimp and Cauliflower Grits

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Tabbouleh Salad With Cauliflower Rice
Jamie Geller

Tabbouleh Salad With Cauliflower Rice

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Spaghetti Squash Mac and Cheese With Broccoli
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Spaghetti Squash Mac and Cheese With Broccoli

Get the recipe: spaghetti squash mac and cheese with broccoli (use almond or coconut flour and full-fat dairy)

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Keto Cuban Sliders
Wicked Spatula

Keto Cuban Sliders

Get the recipe: keto Cuban sliders

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Salmon With Crispy Cabbage and Kale
POPSUGAR Photography | Nicole Perry

Salmon With Crispy Cabbage and Kale

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Chicken Tortilla-less Soup
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Chicken Tortilla-less Soup

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Cauliflower "Rice" Stir-Fry
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Cauliflower "Rice" Stir-Fry

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Pan-Seared and Baked Chicken With Creamy Lemon Caper Sauce
Savory Tooth

Pan-Seared and Baked Chicken With Creamy Lemon Caper Sauce

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Cod With Asparagus in Parchment Paper
POPSUGAR Photography | Camilla Salem

Cod With Asparagus in Parchment Paper

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Cheesy Low-Carb Cauliflower Risotto
I Breathe I'm Hungry

Cheesy Low-Carb Cauliflower Risotto

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Grilled Chicken Salad
POPSUGAR Photography | Nancy Einhart

Grilled Chicken Salad

Get the recipe: grilled chicken salad

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Tuna Green Chile Zoodle Casserole
Cotter Crunch

Tuna Green Chile Zoodle Casserole

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Silky Cauliflower Soup
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Silky Cauliflower Soup

Get the recipe: silky cauliflower soup

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Paleo Pad Thai
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Paleo Pad Thai

Get the recipe: Paleo pad thai

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Cast Iron Crispy Chicken Thighs
Tasty Yummies

Cast Iron Crispy Chicken Thighs