Best 42 Healthy Holiday Recipes for the Whole Family to Enjoy
There is usually an abundance of delicious food during the holidays. (It’s the best part of the season. Obviously.) You may already have some family favorites that you’ve already keto-fied, but here are some of our favorite healthy holiday recipes that seem to be perfect for home…
1. Gingerbread House
It’s a given, really. Whoever thought it was a good idea to make tiny houses out of spiced cookies…we salute you. Because it absolutely is.
2. Bûche de Noël
This is a cake decorated to look like a traditional yule log from ye olden days and on top of looking absolutely amazing, it tastes chocolatey and rich and perfect.
3. Chocolate Espresso Brownies
If the Bûche de Noël isn’t chocolatey enough for you, well…these brownies are about as rich and chocolatey as it gets.
4. Pumpkin Spice Tart
This take on a pumpkin pie is cream-based instead of custard-based, making it ultra-light. Basically like you’re eating a pumpkin spiced cloud. Which, you know. It doesn’t get better than that.
5. Raspberry Spice Muffins
Sweet, spiced, buttery, and festive with a pop of juicy red from fresh raspberries.
6. Leek and Asparagus Quiche
There’s something about this quiche that is absolutely perfect for a luxurious holiday morning breakfast. It gets bonus points, too, for how simple it is to make.
7. Ham and Egg Cups
Got some leftover Christmas ham? As long as you slice it thinly, these are the perfect way to give it a second life.
8. Pork Fried Rice
Fancy some Chinese-inspired food on New Year’s Eve? We’ve got you covered…
9. Sausage and Green Bean Casserole
This classic dish gets added flavor from some Savory Chicken Soup Keto Chow to make it extra creamy and just as nutritious as it is delicious.
10. Keto Stuffing
The quintessential holiday dish gets a low-carb makeover…
11. Salisbury Steak Meatloaf
All the delicious flavors of classic Salisbury steak in a satisfying meatloaf that’s quick and easy to put together.
12. Tomato Basil Gnocchi
Pasta is back on the low-carb menu with this extra flavorful version of the Italian classic.
13. Bacon Cheeseburger Soup
It’s still soup season, too, don’t forget! This one comes together quickly and easily and combines two comfort foods into one: soup and a cheeseburger.
14. Creamy Sausage Pumpkin Soup
This is a HUGE favorite at Keto Chow HQ, mixing sweet and savory to absolutely perfection.
15. Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Sounds fancy enough to be at a five-star restaurant, but the deluxe flavors come together in only a few simple steps.
16. Chicken Pot Pie
The holidays are all about comfort food for many of us, and what could illustrate that better than this keto-fied chicken pot pie?
17. Prawn Skewers with Lemon Sauce
These would be at home at any holiday party, with plenty of zesty lemon sauce to go around…
18. Cheddar Jalapeno Biscuits
The pickled jalapenos in these biscuits deliver a little heat, and the bacon fat gives them a delicious hint of smoke. They are a perfect accompaniment to chili and make a wonderful vehicle for sausage and egg sandwiches or sloppy joes.
19. Keto Chili
Sorry. Can’t. Talk. Chili. Too. Good.
20. Cream Cheese Dip
Just one question for you, and make sure you answer honestly. Is any holiday party complete without cheese dip?
21. Spicy Deviled Eggs
Every bit as deluxe and crave-worthy as they look.
22. Keto Eggnog
It may be a “hate it or love it” kind of drink, but if you’re on the “love it” side, here’s a sugar-free version that comes together in only a few minutes.
23. Coconut Shrimp
A touch of pina colada in this tangy sauce is the ideal complement for a holiday shrimp meal worth celebrating.
24. Keto Chicken and Dumplings
Holidays are made for a few favorite things, including this savory classic, made super simple with Keto Chow’s Savory Chicken Soup.
25. Turkey Sausage Meatballs with Cranberry Sauce
These healthy turkey meatballs wrapped in the sweet tartness of cranberries and raspberries are sure to become a must-have on your holiday menu.
26. Keto Creamed Spinach
Dress spinach up for the holidays with a light touch of nutmeg and the bold addition of parmesan. This much-maligned veggie has never tasted so good.
27. Tomato Basil Keto Stuffed Chicken
Tomato basil isn’t just for soup—blend it with bacon, cream cheese, and mozzarella, and you’ve got a new holiday favorite!
28. Keto Chicken and Mushroom Soup
A warm bowl of soup hits the spot on a crisp winter evening, and this cozy chicken and mushroom combination is the perfect choice.
29. Chipotle Lime Keto Chicken Wings
This is the season for surprises, and no surprise may be more welcome than decking your party table with these tasty chicken wings.
30. Keto Cheesy Cauliflower Bake
Cauliflower is capturing a lot of attention as a healthy option for carb-loving keto enthusiasts. This cheesy casserole tops the list of amazing cauliflower choices.
31. Keto Bacon Smothered Chicken
Chicken smothered in anything sounds delicious, but can it get any better than bacon? Nope.
32. Keto Egg Salad with Avocado Cup
Mix it up a bit by filling an avocado cup with this egg salad–made keto style.
33. Keto Chicken Tenders with Creamy Cucumbers
Cucumbers, chicken, and Christmas—this is definitely a creamy combo worth trying!
34. Lazy Engineer Shredded Beef with Gravy
Rushed for time but still need a tempting dish for a holiday potluck? Three ingredients and a few hours in the crock pot, and everyone at the party will be asking how you do it all!
35. Delicious Keto Dinner Rolls
No dinner is complete without dinner rolls, and that is especially true during the holidays. Try this tasty keto-version to make sure your dinner isn’t missing a thing.
36. Keto Buffalo Chicken Dip
It’s all about dipping at holiday parties, and this dip goes perfectly with everything from chips and crackers to veggies galore.
37. Caramel Keto Crockpot Rice Pudding
Another holiday tradition, rice pudding goes keto—and caramel!—in this simple crockpot version.
38. Keto Chocolate Mint Fat Bombs
This fudgy fat bomb with a hint of mint can be savored all season long.
39. Eggnog Keto Biscotti
This almond Italian biscuit takes on a holiday twist when it’s flavored with eggnog and topped with mouth-watering white chocolate.
40. Vanilla Pizzelle
Another Italian favorite, this holiday cookie is pleasing to both the eye and the tastebuds. Whether you eat them flat or filled as a cannoli or cup, you can’t go wrong.
41. Peppermint Chocolate Donut Cake
Peppermint and chocolate partner together often in holiday treats, and this take on a cake donut does not disappoint.
42. Pumpkin Spice Yogurt Bowls
These yogurt bowls are perfect for snacking. Simply prep them and pop them in the fridge to enjoy anytime!
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