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13 Low-Carb Lunch Ideas

By Corey Williams
January 19, 2021
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Keto-friendly lunches don't have to be boring! Add a little flavor to your midday meal with these delicious, healthy, and easy low-carb lunch ideas. Whether you're in the mood for a warming wintertime soup (like this simple  Low-Carb Roasted Cauliflower Soup and this Vegan Keto-Friendly Thai Yellow Curry), a light and healthy salad (this Greek Zoodle Salad is packed with Mediterranean flavors and ingredients), or a classic sandwich (try creating your deli favorites with Keto Fathead Bread, which is made with cheese, almond flour, and eggs), you'll find a new keto-friendly favorite in this collection of low-carb lunch ideas. 

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Low Carb Turkey-Stuffed Peppers

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Prep these low-carb stuffed peppers the night before for a wonderfully filling lunch. "Amazing," says reviewer Sasha. "My husband loved, loved, loved them. He didn't even notice he was eating KETO recipe."

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Low-Carb Roasted Cauliflower Soup

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This easy cauliflower soup is perfect for wintertime lunches. You can easily make this a vegan option by substituting vegetable broth for chicken broth. 

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Low-Carb Chicken and Mushroom Soup

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"So delicious," raves France C. "I had leftover chicken that I didn't have any plans for and found this recipe. I eat low-carb/keto, so this was perfect! I made a half batch and the ingredient amounts were spot on ... I wouldn't change a thing!"

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Low-Carb "Tacos"

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Looking for a low-carb option for Taco Tuesday? Try this flavorful taco salad bowl, packed with ground beef and veggies like jalapenos and avocados. 

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Low-Carb Zucchini Enchiladas

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Use thinly sliced zucchini instead of tortillas to make keto-friendly enchiladas. An ample amount of ancho chile powder gives this dish a smoky flavor. 

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Easy Keto Korean Beef with Cauli Rice

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"Try this delicious keto Korean beef with cauliflower rice," says recipe creator Fioa. "It is just so quick and easy to make and will become a family favorite! This makes the perfect weeknight meal."

 

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Vegan Keto-Friendly Thai Yellow Curry

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What makes this delicious Thai dish — made with tofu, broccoli, and zucchini — a keto-friendly option? It's made with riced cauliflower instead of regular rice. 

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Keto Fathead Bread

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"This has been a go-to recipe for me for years," says reviewer TIFFANY. "Even people that don't follow the keto lifestyle love this bread. Highly recommend this recipe!"

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Greek Zoodle Salad

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Instead of eating a heavy and high-carb pasta for lunch, you can opt for this light and low-carb zoodle (zucchini noodle) salad with Greek flavors and ingredients. 

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Keto Beef Egg Roll Slaw

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This light and healthy lunch offers plenty of leeway for substitutions. For instance, you can use olive oil instead of sesame oil and ground pork instead of ground beef. 

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Easy Instant Pot Keto Crack Chicken

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"This is one of my family’s favorites," according to reviewer Diana Lomonte. "Made it once just to try, and now it’s a requested staple for a special meal. Have modified it to our tastes, but is great as-is."

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Keto Fathead Pizza with Chorizo and Salsa

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Treat yourself at lunchtime with a keto-friendly personal-sized pizza. The crust is made out of cheese, which results in a surprisingly crispy and crunchy texture. 

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Easy Keto Beef Tacos

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"Plan a low-carb taco night with these irresistible, keto-friendly beef tacos made with cheese taco shells, avocados, tomatoes, and lettuce," says recipe creator Fioa.

 

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