7 Easy Keto Dinner Ideas to Lose Weight Fast

Written by Amara on Feb 14, 2024

First of all,

Starting a ketogenic diet in an effort to lose weight? The low-carb, high-fat nature of the ketogenic diet has made it extremely popular due to its ability to encourage quick weight reduction. Finding tasty and quick supper ideas that fit the keto diet may be difficult, though. Do not be alarmed! We’ve put together seven delicious meals in this blog post that follow the ketogenic diet’s guidelines and are also simple to make, so you may lose weight in a way that will delight you.

1.Ingredients for Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad:

Two skinless and boneless chicken breasts
To taste, add salt and pepper.
One tablespoon of olive oil
One tsp of paprika
one tsp powdered garlic
Four cups of mixed greens for salad
one chopped avocado
1/4 cup chopped cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese
Two teaspoons of olive oil (to dress)
One-third cup balsamic vinegar
One tsp Dijon mustard

Guidelines:

Add paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the chicken breasts’ seasoning. In a grill pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes on each side, or until the chicken breasts are well cooked. Salad greens, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese should all be combined in a big dish. To create the dressing, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl. After slicing, arrange the grilled chicken over the salad. Before serving, gently mix and drizzle with the dressing.

2.Ingredients for Zucchini Noodles with Cherry Tomatoes and Pesto:

Four medium-sized spiralized zucchini
Half a cup of cherry tomatoes
half a cup of fresh basil leaves
one-fourth cup of pine nuts
Grated Parmesan cheese, half a cup
two garlic cloves
half a cup of olive oil
To taste, add salt and pepper.

Guidelines:

Zest the zucchini into spirals to make noodles. Blend together basil, garlic, Parmesan, pine nuts, and olive oil in a blender. Process till smooth. SautÃ© the zucchini noodles in a skillet over medium heat until they become somewhat soft. Cook the cherry tomatoes for a further two to three minutes after adding them to the pan. Combine the tomatoes and zucchini noodles with the pesto sauce. Before serving, add some salt and pepper to taste.

3.Ingredients for Salmon and Asparagus Foil Packets:

Four fillets of salmon
One cut bunch of asparagus
four tsp of butter
four minced garlic cloves
one tsp lemon zest
One tablespoon of lemon juice
To taste, add salt and pepper.
As a garnish, use fresh parsley.

Guidelines:

Set oven temperature to 400Â°F, or 200Â°C. Line a piece of foil with each salmon fillet. Place the asparagus next to the fish. Melt the butter in a small bowl and stir in the lemon zest, juice, and chopped garlic. Transfer the butter mixture onto the asparagus and fish. Add pepper and salt for seasoning. Tightly seal the edges after folding the foil into sachets. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through, in an oven that has been warmed. Before serving, garnish with fresh parsley.

4.Shrimp and Cauliflower Fried Rice: Ingredients

one head of grated cauliflower
One pound of peeled and deveined shrimp
Two tsp of sesame oil
One cup of mixed veggies, including bell peppers, carrots, and peas
three minced garlic cloves, two beaten eggs, and
three tsp of soy sauce
One teaspoon of shredded green onion and ginger as a garnish

Guidelines:

Sesame oil should be heated over medium-high heat in a big pan or wok. Cook the shrimp until they become opaque and pink. Take out of the pan and place aside. Garlic should be added to the same pan and cooked until aromatic. Stir-fry the mixed veggies and grated cauliflower in the pan until they become soft. Pour the beaten eggs into the opposite half of the pan after pushing the cauliflower mixture to one side. Cook the eggs by scrambling them. Mix the cauliflower mixture with the eggs. Stir in the grated ginger, soy sauce, and cooked shrimp. Mix thoroughly. Before serving, sprinkle some chopped green onions on top.

5.Lasagna with eggplant: Ingredients:

One big eggplant, cut lengthwise into thin slices
One pound of ground turkey or beef
Half a cup of ricotta
One cup low-carb marinara sauce
One cup of finely shredded mozzarella cheese
Grated Parmesan cheese, half a cup
One tsp of dehydrated oregano
To taste, add salt and pepper.
For garnish, use fresh basil.

Guidelines:

Turn the oven on to 375Â°F, or 190Â°C. Cook the ground turkey or beef until browned in a pan. Eliminate extra fat. Arrange the ground beef, mozzarella, ricotta cheese, marinara sauce, and sliced eggplant in a baking dish. Continue until all ingredients have been utilized, and then top with a layer of mozzarella. Over the top layer, scatter dried oregano and Parmesan cheese. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and melted, in an oven that has been warmed. AddÂ someÂ freshÂ basil asÂ garnish before serving.

6.Chicken Breast Stuffed with Mushroom and Spinach: Ingredients:

Four skinless and boneless chicken breasts
To taste, add salt and pepper.
One tablespoon of olive oil
Two cups chopped spinach, one cup sliced mushrooms, and two minced garlic cloves
half a cup of cream cheese
1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, grated
Half a cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
thyme fresh as a garnish

Guidelines:

Turn the oven on to 375Â°F, or 190Â°C. Add salt and pepper to the chicken breasts for seasoning. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, spinach, and mushrooms. Simmer the veggies until they have softened and most of the liquid has gone. After taking the pan off of the burner, thoroughly mix in the cream cheese, Parmesan, and mozzarella. Make a pocket in each chicken breast and fill it with the combination of spinach and mushrooms. After the chicken is well cooked, place the packed chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 25 to 30 minutes in a preheated oven. Before serving, garnish with freshly cut thyme.

7.Ingredients for Cajun Butter Steak Bites:

One-pound sirloin steak, sliced into small pieces
Two teaspoons seasoning (Cajun)
four tsp of butter
three minced garlic cloves
As a garnish, use fresh parsley.

Guidelines:

Make sure the steak bites are well covered by tossing them in Cajun spice. Melt butter in a pan over medium-high heat. When aromatic, add the minced garlic and simmer. When the steak bits are cooked to your preference, add them to the skillet and cook for two to three minutes on each side. Before serving, garnish with fresh parsley.

In summary:

Following a ketogenic diet does not require giving up flavor or slaving away in the kitchen. These seven easy and delectable keto supper recipes offer a range of choices to satisfy your palate and help you reach your weight reduction objectives. Try out these dishes to make your keto journey productive and pleasurable. Before making any big dietary changes, always get advice from a doctor or nutritionist, particularly if you have any underlying medical concerns. Cheers to cooking and keto-ing!