31 Best Keto Side Dishes To Complement Your Meal

Being on the keto diet can sometimes be quite challenging, not just because you have to cut out your favorite carbs but because it can be very hard to find delicious meals that don’t suck.

This struggle is even more apparent when it comes to side dishes, as it can feel like all you’re left with is a boring salad to pair with every meal.

However, you’re in luck because, in this post, we’ve put together some of the best keto side dishes to serve with any meal.

These low-carb dishes are tasty and healthy and will make mealtimes on your keto journey a pleasant experience.

Quick Table: Keto Side Dishes

Recipes	Calories (Per Serving)	Preparation Time
Cauliflower Casserole	231	30 Minutes
Keto French Fries	47	15 Minutes
Bacon Roasted Butternut Squash	153	50 Minutes
Broccoli And Cheese Casserole	343	15 Minutes
Garlic Butter Mushrooms	144	20 Minutes
Keto Broccoli Salad	415	15 Minutes
Zucchini Au Gratin	152	38 Minutes
Fried Cabbage With Bacon	143	40 Minutes
Keto Antipasto Salad	345	10 Minutes
Crispy Broccoli Cheese Rounds	543	45 Minutes
Brussel Sprouts And Bacon	153	25 Minutes
Spinach And Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms	167	30 Minutes
Broccoli Cauliflower Rice Casserole	350	1 Hour
Creamed Spinach	470	20 Minutes
Green Beans With Cream Cheese	107	13 Minutes
Greek Cucumber Salad	115	25 Minutes
Spaghetti Squash Mac And Cheese	204	40 Minutes
Mashed Cauliflower	129	30 Minutes
Keto Coleslaw	282	1 Hour 5 Minutes
Keto Sausage Stuffing	280	1 Hour 55 Minutes
Keto Cheesy Garlic Bread	131	17 Minutes
Parmesan Baked Artichoke Hearts	114	25 Minutes
Baked Asparagus With Cheese, Garlic, And Bacon	302	30 Minutes
Keto Deviled Egg Salad	330	10 Minutes
Oven Baked Okra	46	20 Minutes
Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots	155	40 Minutes
Keto Garlic Knots	181	40 Minutes
Radish Faux-Tatoes	350	1 Hour 15 Minutes
Garlic Roasted Mini Peppers	83	25 Minutes
Baked Cabbage Wedges	478	35 Minutes
Keto Mexican Street Cornsalad	107	15 Minutes

1. Cauliflower Casserole

This cheesy cauliflower casserole is a mouthwatering dish you’ll want to make daily. It contains a baked combination of roasted cauliflower, cheese, onions, heavy cream, sour cream, garlic, and bacon.

It is the perfect side dish to serve when entertaining a small crowd or enjoy for dinner on weekends.

Calories Per Serving: 231

Preparation Time: 30 Minutes

2. Keto French Fries

Want the crispy, salty flavor of French Fries but without the carbs? Keto french fries are the perfect dish to satisfy that craving.

These crisp fries are made from a dough consisting of almond flour, xantham gum, and coconut flour but taste just as good as regular fries. 

If you prefer to reduce the fat content in this dish, feel free to bake the fries instead of frying them.

Calories Per Serving: 47

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes

3. Bacon Roasted Butternut Squash 

This delicious combination of butternut squash, crispy bacon, garlic powder, mustard, and paprika is a super easy way to turn butternut squash into a delicious side dish that goes well with any meat. 

Feel free to add any other vegetables you like to this delicious combo. For example, Brussel sprouts and bell peppers would fit perfectly into this dish.

Calories Per Serving: 153

Preparation Time: 50 Minutes

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4. Broccoli And Cheese Casserole

Equal parts cheesy and creamy, this broccoli and cheese casserole is a lovely side dish perfect for those looking to upgrade from plain steamed broccoli.

This delicious baked casserole features a mix of broccoli, cheddar cheese, ranch, and cream cheese. It is super easy to make and goes great with any meal.

Calories Per Serving: 343

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes

5. Garlic Butter Mushrooms

Mushrooms are versatile ingredients that often go well with any dish, and there’s no better way to enjoy them than these garlic butter mushrooms.

This keto side dish is really easy to make and features mushrooms sauteed in a garlic butter sauce along with parsley and olive oil. This tender mushroom dish can be served with just about anything from fish to rice or chicken.

Calories Per Serving: 144

Preparation Time: 20 Minutes

6. Keto Broccoli Salad

This broccoli salad is another way to enjoy broccoli as a side dish without dreading every minute of it.

It is a creamy and crunchy salad consisting of broccoli,  crispy cooked bacon, onions, cheddar cheese, and almonds tossed in a sweet mayo and vinegar dressing.

You’ll need to use raw broccoli for the salad to ensure you get a crunchy taste but don’t worry; it is quite safe to consume broccoli raw.

Calories Per Serving: 415

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes 

7. Zucchini Au Gratin

Zucchini au gratin is a healthy alternative to potato au gratin, which is often loaded with carbs.  

This creamy keto-friendly gratin consists of zucchinis combined with cheese, heavy cream, butter, and garlic before being baked until golden-brown perfection. 

Gratin usually has a crisp and crumbly breadcrumb topping, so feel free to use crumbs of keto bread or crushed pork rinds to achieve that crispy topping while still keeping the dish low carb.

Calories Per Serving: 152

Preparation Time: 38 Minutes 

8. Fried Cabbage With Bacon

Fried cabbage with bacon is a delicious side dish that is super easy to make and requires basic ingredients, making it the perfect meal to make on a budget.

It features a simple sauteed mix of onions, garlic, cabbage, paprika, and crispy fried bacon. If you’ve got a sweet tooth, feel free to add a natural sweetener like monk fruit into this dish to give it a sweet and savory taste.

Calories Per Serving: 143

Preparation Time:  40 Minutes 

9. Keto Antipasto Salad

With a combination of mozzarella balls, salami, kalamata olive, grape tomatoes, peperoncini peppers, artichoke hearts, fresh basil, and prosciutto all tossed in a white wine vinaigrette.

This antipasto salad is a keto dish that is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

It is also a great salad to make ahead if you’re hosting a party or want to prep your meal for a busy day head.

Calories Per Serving: 345

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes 

10. Crispy Broccoli Cheese Rounds

Broccoli cheese rounds are a crispy side dish that can be enjoyed as a snack or paired with any meal. 

These cheese rounds are baked patties formed from a mixture of broccoli rice, almond flour, cheddar cheese, and eggs.

With their crisp golden brown exterior and gooey insides, these cheese rounds will be an instant favorite with both kids and adults.

Calories Per Serving: 543

Preparation Time: 45 Minutes

11. Brussel Sprouts And Bacon

Are you one of those who hate having to eat Brussel sprouts? This brussel sprout and bacon side dish will convince you otherwise.

The Brussel sprouts are loaded with heavy cream, mozzarella cheese,  nutmeg, and bacon before being baked to melty and gooey. It is a tasty dish that can be served with just about anything.

Calories Per Serving: 153

Preparation Time: 25 Minutes

12. Spinach And Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms

If you are a fan of spinach artichoke dip, you’ll love this spinach and artichoke stuffed mushrooms.

They are quite easy to make and feature portobello mushrooms stuffed with a creamy filling of artichokes, spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, parmesan, garlic, and pepper. 

Feel free to use button mushrooms in place of portobello to make this tasty dish a bite-sized appetizer you can serve at a party.

Calories Per Serving: 167

Preparation Time: 30 Minutes  

13. Broccoli Cauliflower Rice Casserole

Broccoli and cauliflower are common staples in most ketogenic diets, and this delicious casserole is another great way to enjoy those healthy veggies in an indulgent side dish.

It consists of a baked combination of cauliflower rice, broccoli florets, and a keto cheese sauce consisting of heavy cream, parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese, onion, onion, butter, and a host of different spices.

Calories Per Serving: 350

Preparation Time: 1 Hour 

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14. Creamed Spinach

If you need a last-minute side dish to serve on any occasion, a one-pot dish like this cream spinach is the ideal meal for you.

It contains spinach cooked into a creamy mixture along with heavy cream, parmesan cheese, butter, onions, and garlic. It is a tasty dish that is sure to be a favorite with any crowd.

Calories Per Serving: 470

Preparation Time: 20 Minutes

15. Green Beans With Cream Cheese

For weeknights, when you need an easy, hassle-free side dish to serve with dinner, a tasty serving of these green beans with cream cheese would make the perfect addition to your dinner table.

They are easy to whip up but loaded with flavor from a combination of green beans cooked with butter, cream cheese, garlic, and a sprinkle of pepper.

Calories Per Serving: 107

Preparation Time: 13 Minutes

16. Greek Cucumber Salad

Greek cucumber salad is a classic summer salad brimming with Mediterranean flavors and fresh veggies.

It is a crunchy and juicy salad that consists of cherry tomatoes, English cucumbers, olives, feta cheese, and onions, all tossed in an herbaceous red wine vinaigrette. It is a great salad for meal prep as it stores well in the fridge.

Calories Per Serving: 115

Preparation Time: 25 Minutes 

17. Spaghetti Squash Mac And Cheese

Spaghetti squash bake is a delicious keto mac and cheese alternative that even kids will devour without any complaints.

It is a decadent side dish containing a mixture of cooked spaghetti squash combined with sour cream, cheddar cheese, pepper, garlic powder, and a crumbly topping of pork rinds to make a crisp crust.

Calories Per Serving: 204

Preparation Time: 40 Minutes 

18. Mashed Cauliflower

If you’re craving the creamy taste of mashed potatoes but don’t want any of the carbs, mashed cauliflower is the perfect alternative.

This low-carb dish consists of cauliflower cooked with chicken broth and garlic and then pureed along with butter into a creamy texture.

Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs, and you’ve got a delicious dish anyone would love.

Calories Per Serving: 129

Preparation Time: 30 Minutes

19. Keto Coleslaw

Coleslaw is a classic side dish perfect for ketogenic diets as it often only contains shredded veggies.

This keto version saves time and features a store-bought coleslaw mix combined with mayo, mustard, vinegar, onion powder, and sweetener.

Feel free to add a squeeze of lemon juice to add a tangy flavor to this creamy slaw. 

It is the perfect side dish to serve at a barbeque or bring to a putlock. You can serve this delicious coleslaw with anything from fried fish to barbequed chicken or grilled steak.

Calories Per Serving: 282

Preparation Time: 1 Hour 5 Minutes

20. Keto Sausage Stuffing

If you’re looking for a healthy side dish to serve during the holidays, this keto sausage stuffing is the ideal meal to make.

This baked stuffing contains a mix of ground sausage, sauteed onions, celery, sage, and chicken broth combined with bread crumbs.

Unlike regular stuffing, this keto stuffing uses almond flour biscuits as the crunchy breading instead of bread.

Calories Per Serving: 280

Preparation Time: 1 Hour 55 Minutes

21. Keto Cheesy Garlic Bread

Buttery and brimming with a lovely aroma, keto cheesy garlic bread is the perfect side dish to satisfy all your Italian bread sticks cravings.

These delicious bread slices start with a cheesy dough consisting of almond flour, coconut flour, mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, oregano, and basil.

The dough is then topped with more cheese and baked till golden brown and bubbly.

Calories Per Serving: 131

Preparation Time: 17 Minutes 

22. Parmesan Baked Artichoke Hearts

If you’re looking for a no-fuss side dish that is easy to whip up yet impressive enough to serve guests, parmesan-baked artichoke hearts are the perfect dish for you.

This delicious side dish contains artichoke hearts topped with a crumbly mix of parmesan, almond flour, garlic, and parsley. It is a super versatile dish that can be served with meats and any seafood.

Calories Per Serving: 114

Preparation Time: 25 Minutes 

23. Baked Asparagus With Cheese, Garlic, And Bacon

If you’re a fan of asparagus and need a tasty way to serve them with cheese, this cheese, garlic, bacon, and asparagus combo might just be the dish for you.

It contains baked asparagus sprinkled with gruyere cheese, bacon, garlic, and pepper. You can also use parmesan if you don’t have gruyere cheese.

Calories Per Serving: 302

Preparation Time: 30 Minutes

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24. Keto Deviled Egg Salad

Creamy deviled eggs are an amazing side dish that no one ever gets tired of. This keto salad version is loaded with flavor and deliciousness that’ll knock your socks off.

All you’ll need are hard-boiled eggs combined with mayonnaise, turkey bacon, mustard, chives, onions, paprika, and black peppers.

Calories Per Serving: 330

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes

25. Oven Baked Okra

Okra is often an acquired taste amongst most people, but this oven-baked okra is a flavor-filled side dish that even the pickiest eaters will love.

Crispy and bursting with a spicy aroma, this baked dish features okra slices tossed in a mixture of black pepper, garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, and Himalayan salt.

Calories Per Serving: 46

Preparation Time: 20 Minutes

26. Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots

Garlic butter roasted carrots are one of the best ways to enjoy of serving of sweet carrots. 

This dish features carrots covered with melted butter and garlic and topped with peper before being baked into tender deliciousness.

Calories Per Serving: 155

Preparation Time: 40 Minutes 

27. Keto Garlic Knots

Keto garlic knots are a tasty treat you can serve with soup or enjoy as a light snack.

These baked keto bread knots are made from a cheesy almond flour dough and topped with garlic butter, Italian seasoning, and parmesan cheese.

Calories Per Serving: 181

Preparation Time: 40 Minutes 

28. Radishes Faux-Tatoes

Faux-tatoes made from radishes are a deceptively delicious dish that tastes so similar to crispy fried potatoes you’ll want to double-check to ensure no sorcery was involved in making this delicious side dish. 

These faux-tatoes are made from daikon radish slices seasoned with salt and fried in olive oil.

Calories Per Serving: 350

Preparation Time: 1 Hour 15 Minutes 

29. Garlic Roasted Mini Peppers 

Roasted mini peppers are the perfect dish for those looking for something affordable and easy to make.

This tasty dish features mini peppers tossed in olive oil, garlic, and pepper and then baked till lightly brown and soft.

Calories Per Serving: 83

Preparation Time: 25 Minutes

30. Baked Cabbage Wedges

Sometimes cabbages can seem boring as there’s only so much you can do with them, but cut them into wedges and bake them, and you’ve got a unique side dish that everyone will happily devour.

The delicious cabbage wedges are cooked and topped with a savory cheese sauce before being baked.

Calories Per Serving: 478

Preparation Time: 35 Minutes 

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31. Keto Mexican Street Corn Salad

Need something to serve with low-carb Mexican dishes? Keto Mexican street corn is the perfect side dish for that.

This tasty salad contains buttery baby corn and cauliflower combined with a mixture of cilantro, cotija cheese, mayo, sour cream, jalapeno, chili, garlic, and lime juice.

Calories Per Serving: 107

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes 

Frequently Asked Questions

What Veggies Are Allowed On A Keto Diet?

The best veggies allowed on a keto diet are low-carb veggies that include: spinach, broccoli, cauliflower, zucchinis,  lettuce, asparagus, eggplants, and cucumbers.

You can also eat veggies like parsnip, sweet potatoes, beets, and corn, but they should be consumed in moderation because they have a high starch content.

What Fruits Are Keto-Friendly?

When it comes to fruits, there is a wide range of options that are keto friendly. Some of the best ones include watermelon, peaches, cantaloupe, kiwi, raspberries, and avocados.

What Can I Eat Instead Of Rice While On Keto?

There are many delicious rice substitutes you can opt for while on a keto diet. These include riced cauliflower, riced broccoli, mushroom rice, and lentils.

You can also enjoy quinoa and shirataki rice in moderation.