40 Quick Keto Recipes Ready in 30 Minutes or Less

When time is short but you still want something that fits your diet, these 40 keto recipes are ready in 30 minutes or less, with options across breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert.

Every recipe on this page was checked ingredient by ingredient to make sure it is made without sugar, grains, potatoes, beans or starchy fruit, so it fits a keto way of eating. Net carbs per serving vary with portions and brands, so check them against your own goals.

At a Glance

  • 40 recipes in this collection
  • Typical total time: about 20 minutes
  • 27 recipes ready in 20 minutes or less
  • Quickest: Cajun Seasoning in 5 minutes
  • Calories: about 5 to 520 per serving

Keto Breakfast

1
Fluffy scrambled eggs on a white plate showing how to make scrambled eggs perfectly
How To Make Scrambled Eggs
Ready in 5 minutes · 185 calories per serving.
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2
A close-up of two perfectly poached eggs with golden, runny yolks on toast, ready to be enjoyed for breakfast.
Poached Eggs: How to Poach an Egg Perfectly
Ready in 8 minutes · 78 calories per serving.
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3
Turkish Eggs with poached eggs on garlicky yogurt drizzled with red chili butter in a white bowl
Turkish Eggs with Garlicky Yogurt and Chili Butter
Ready in 15 minutes · 385 calories per serving.
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4
A close-up of several perfectly peeled hard boiled eggs, some sliced in half, revealing golden yolks, next to a bowl of ice water.
Hard Boiled Eggs (Easy to Peel)
Ready in 17 minutes · 78 calories per serving.
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5
Two poached eggs topped with truffle salt resting on a bed of grilled zucchini ribbons with cherry tomatoes.
Poached Egg with Truffle Salt Grilled Zucchini
Ready in 20 minutes · 175 calories per serving.
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6
Simple baked eggs with golden yolks in white ramekins garnished with fresh herbs on rustic wooden table
Simple Baked Eggs
Ready in 20 minutes · 180 calories per serving.
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7
Six golden baked egg cups with sautéed mushrooms and melted Gruyere in a muffin tin
Baked Egg Cups with Mushrooms
Ready in 25 minutes · 110 calories per serving.
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Keto Dinner & Main Dishes

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Sizzling golden-brown Cajun chicken bites in a skillet with lemon wedges and fresh parsley
Cajun Chicken Bites
Ready in 10 minutes · 240 calories per serving.
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9
A white bowl filled with ground chicken and shredded cabbage egg roll in a bowl topped with sesame seeds and green onions.
Keto Chicken Egg Roll In a Bowl
Ready in 15 minutes · 285 calories per serving.
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10
Two glass meal prep containers filled with pan-seared salmon fillets and tender-crisp asparagus spears with lemon slices.
Meal-Prep Salmon and Asparagus
Ready in 15 minutes · 410 calories per serving.
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11
Crispy golden Air Fryer Salmon fillet with lemon wedges and fresh dill on a plate, ready to serve.
Air Fryer Salmon
Ready in 15 minutes · 350 calories per serving.
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12
Blackened salmon fillet with spiced crust on a white plate with lemon wedges and fresh herbs
Blackened Salmon Recipe: Perfectly Spiced and Tender
Ready in 15 minutes · 320 calories per serving.
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13
Golden crispy Air Fryer Salmon Bites on a white plate with lemon wedges and fresh herbs
Air Fryer Salmon Bites
Ready in 15 minutes · 285 calories per serving.
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14
Close-up of golden brown garlic butter steak bites garnished with fresh parsley in a cast-iron skillet.
Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Ready in 18 minutes · 450 calories per serving.
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15
Flaky air fryer salmon fillets topped with fresh lemon slices and parsley on a white plate.
Lemon Garlic Air Fryer Salmon
Ready in 20 minutes · 350 calories per serving.
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16
Best baked salmon with golden crust on a white plate garnished with fresh herbs and lemon slices
Best Baked Salmon
Ready in 20 minutes · 320 calories per serving.
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17
Golden brown air fryer chicken breast sliced on a white plate showing juicy interior
Air Fryer Chicken Breast
Ready in 20 minutes · 240 calories per serving.
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18
Close-up of golden-brown Garlic Herb Baked Cod fillets garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges on a baking sheet.
Garlic Herb Baked Cod
Ready in 22 minutes · 300 calories per serving.
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19
Close-up of perfectly seared garlic rosemary grilled lamb chops on a grill grate, garnished with fresh rosemary.
Garlic Rosemary Grilled Lamb Chops
Ready in 25 minutes · 520 calories per serving.
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20
Two perfectly baked chili lime trout fillets garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Chili Lime Baked Trout
Ready in 25 minutes · 320 calories per serving.
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21
A close-up of perfectly cooked, tender shredded chicken in a bowl, ready for various meals. Learn how to make shredded chicken easily.
How to Make Shredded Chicken
Ready in 25 minutes · 200 calories per serving.
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Keto Salads

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Close-up of two vibrant tuna stuffed avocados, garnished with fresh dill and red pepper flakes, on a light plate.
Tuna Stuffed Avocados
Ready in 15 minutes · 400 calories per serving.
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Keto Side Dishes

23
How to make cauliflower rice shown in a white bowl with fluffy texture and fresh herbs
How to Make Cauliflower Rice
Ready in 12 minutes · 60 calories per serving.
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24
Close-up of perfectly cooked, vibrant green air fryer asparagus spears seasoned with salt and pepper, ready to serve.
Air Fryer Asparagus
Ready in 15 minutes · 80 calories per serving.
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25
A close-up of perfectly roasted asparagus spears on a baking sheet, seasoned with salt and pepper.
Roasted Asparagus
Ready in 15 minutes · 70 calories per serving.
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26
Freshly sautéed zucchini noodles with garlic and olive oil in a skillet
Zucchini Noodles (Zoodles)
Ready in 18 minutes · 65 calories per serving.
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27
A white bowl filled with spiralized zucchini noodles, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and fresh basil with a balsamic drizzle.
Zucchini Noodle Caprese
Ready in 20 minutes · 215 calories per serving.
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28
A bowl of smooth, creamy mashed cauliflower topped with melted butter and fresh herbs.
Mashed Cauliflower
Ready in 25 minutes · 115 calories per serving.
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29
A close-up of a skillet filled with perfectly golden and tender sautéed cabbage, garnished with fresh parsley.
Sautéed Cabbage
Ready in 25 minutes · 120 calories per serving.
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30
A vibrant skillet of golden cauliflower fried rice with colorful vegetables and a fried egg on top, ready to be served.
Cauliflower Fried Rice
Ready in 30 minutes · 300 calories per serving.
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Keto Appetizers & Snacks

31
Golden, lacy Parmesan cheese crisps cooling on a wire rack.
Parmesan Crisps
Ready in 12 minutes · 22 calories per serving.
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32
Golden brown crispy zucchini fries piled on a plate with dipping sauce
Air Fryer Zucchini Fries (Low Carb Keto)
Ready in 27 minutes · 168 calories per serving.
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33
A platter of creamy deviled eggs topped with fresh jalapeños and smoked paprika
Spicy Deviled Eggs
Ready in 27 minutes · 75 calories per serving.
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34
Classic Deviled Eggs arranged on a white platter garnished with paprika and fresh herbs
Classic Deviled Eggs
Ready in 27 minutes · 70 calories per serving.
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Keto Desserts

35
A stack of fudgy keto almond flour brownies on parchment paper with a dusting of cocoa powder.
Healthier Keto Almond Flour Brownies
Ready in 25 minutes · 126 calories per serving.
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Keto Sauces, Dressings & Dips

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A close-up of a rustic wooden bowl filled with vibrant homemade Cajun Seasoning, with whole spices scattered around.
Cajun Seasoning
Ready in 5 minutes.
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A close-up of a small glass jar filled with homemade Italian seasoning, with dried herbs scattered around.
Italian Seasoning
Ready in 5 minutes · 5 calories per serving.
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38
A close-up of a bowl of vibrant homemade fajita seasoning with whole spices scattered around it.
Fajita Seasoning
Ready in 5 minutes · 15 calories per serving.
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39
A glass jar filled with smooth, white creamy coconut butter on a wooden surface.
Homemade Coconut Butter
Ready in 20 minutes · 210 calories per serving.
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40
A glass jar filled with smooth, creamy homemade almond butter next to a bowl of roasted almonds.
Homemade Almond Butter
Ready in 30 minutes · 98 calories per serving.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are all of these recipes really keto?

Yes. Each recipe was checked against its full ingredient list before being included here. Portions and brands vary, so check the details on each recipe card.

What is the quickest recipe in this collection?

Cajun Seasoning is the fastest, ready in about 5 minutes from start to finish.

How many calories are in these recipes?

They range from about 5 to 520 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated per serving on each recipe card and varies with the exact ingredients you use.

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