Top 7 Low-Carb Appetizers
Keto friendly is more than just a trend; it actually works. Cutting carbs is the best way to shed extra pounds. However, you can still host an amazing party while keeping to your keto diet. Here are 7 low-carb appetizers that will help you stick to your diet and convince others to come aboard the Keto journey with you.
Jalapeño Poppers
These bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers are a classic appetizer and are very easy to make and even easier to eat! Buy fresh jalepeños and cut them in half from stem to tip. Then, remove the seeds and insides with a spoon so the peppers are not too spicy. Use gloves and avoid touching your eyes. Fill with cream cheese and wrap with bacon. Bake in the oven at 375 for 30 minutes and they will be gone within an hour.
Cauliflower “Wings”
For those who are opting for a more plant-based, vegan approach to the low-carb lifestyle, cauliflower wings are the best appetizer. Although they have a bit of almond flour on the outside, a serving contains only 9 grams of carbs making it a perfect low-guilt, low-carb appetizer. Our favorite recipe can be found here.
Shrimp Cocktail
In order to make the classic shrimp cocktail low-carb, you need to whip up your own cocktail sauce using low sugar ketchup, horseradish, hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Homemade sauce elevates shrimp cocktail and makes the dish higher quality and even taste better!
Ham and Cheese Roll Ups
These easy, yet delicious appetizers involve just a slice of ham or turkey, your favorite cheese spread (like boursin or cream cheese) and an olive, pickle or cherry tomato for the center. Ham and cheese roll-ups require no cooking and a plate of 50 can be prepared in a mere 15 minutes. Low carb has never been easier!
Cucumber Tuna Sandwiches
If you love a good tuna salad, then this is the appetizer for your mixer. Instead of using bread, create mini tuna sandwiches and secure with a toothpick. (Note: if you do not like tuna, chicken salad works just as well!)
Low-Carb Meatballs
Meatballs normally have breadcrumbs or flour to keep them from being too hard. Using this recipe, you can stay true to your gluten-free diet by combining a fatty ground beef with ground pork a little bit of parmesan cheese. Top with your favorite low carb sauce and put out plenty of toothpicks.
Tomato Mozzarella with Basil
This easy, yet instantly gourmet recipe requires simple ingredients and very little time. However, it is elegant, delicate and amazingly gluten-free and keto friendly!
To create the best low-carb appetizers requires a little imagination and high-quality meats and vegetables that can stand on their own. A good cook knows that sub-par ingredients can only achieve so much. That is why choosing gourmet ingredients will elevate your appetizers so they can reach their full potential!
