Lazy Keto Meals

As people become more health conscious, many turn to keto diets to lose weight and improve their overall health. However, some find it challenging to stick to a strict keto diet due to the time and effort required to cook keto-friendly meals. Lazy keto meals are a great option that sticks to the keto diet but takes less time to make.

But plenty of lazy keto meals are just as delicious and nutritious as traditional ones. Still, they don’t require hours in the kitchen. In this article, we’ll share some of the best lazy keto meals you can easily make at home. So if you are looking for some lazy keto meal ideas, look no further!

1. Keto breakfast burrito

A keto breakfast burrito is the perfect lazy keto meal for those mornings when you don’t have time to cook a big breakfast. It’s fast, easy, and requires only a few ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.

To make a keto breakfast, you’ll need:

-1 low-carb tortilla

-2 eggs

-1/4 cup shredded cheese

-1/4 cup diced avocado

-1/4 cup salsa

Instructions:

  1. Crack the eggs into a small bowl and scramble them.
  2. Heat a small skillet over medium heat and cooking spray.
  3. Add the eggs to the skillet and cook until scrambled.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. Add the scrambled eggs, cheese, avocado, and salsa to a low-carb tortilla.
  6. Fold up the burrito and enjoy!

2. Keto lunch bowl

A keto lunch bowl is a great lazy keto meal option for those days when you don’t feel like cooking. It’s easy to make, and you can customize it to your liking. The best part is that you can make a big batch of it and then have lunch for the next few days.

To make a keto lunch bowl, you’ll need:

-1 cup cooked chicken

-1/2 cup cooked broccoli

-1/4 cup shredded cheese

-1/4 cup diced avocado

-1/4 cup keto-friendly salad dressing

Instructions:

  1. Add the cooked chicken, broccoli, cheese, avocado, and salad dressing to a bowl.
  2. Mix everything and add your favorite toppings, if desired.

3. Keto cauliflower fried rice

Cauliflower fried rice is a great keto-friendly alternative to traditional rice. It’s easy to make and takes just a few minutes. Plus, it’s a great way to sneak some extra veggies into your diet.

To make cauliflower fried rice, you’ll need:

-1 head of cauliflower, grated

-1/2 cup diced onion

-1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper

-1/4 cup diced red bell pepper

-2 cloves of garlic, minced

-1 egg, beaten

Instructions:

  1. Add the grated cauliflower to a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add the onion, bell peppers, garlic, and egg to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes or until the veggies are tender.

4. Keto baked salmon and asparagus

This keto-baked salmon and asparagus is a great lazy keto meal for those nights when you don’t feel like cooking. It’s healthy, delicious, and only takes a few minutes to make. Don’t be scared to get creative with your seasoning. This dish is delicious with just about any herbs you like.

To make this keto meal, you’ll need:

-1 pound/450g salmon filets

-2 tablespoons broth (vegetable or chicken)

-1 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice

-1 tablespoon hot sauce

-4 teaspoons minced garlic

-Salt and freshly ground black pepper according to taste

-3-4 tablespoons butter

-2 tablespoons chopped parsley or cilantro

-1 pound/450g medium-thick asparagus

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400F/200C degrees.
  2. Whisk broth, lemon juice, hot sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
  3. Cut salmon filets into four equal portions—season with salt and pepper.
  4. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once melted, add salmon filets and cook for about 2 minutes per side, until browned.
  5. Remove salmon from the skillet and place it in a baking dish. Pour the broth mixture over the salmon.
  6. Cut asparagus into 1-inch pieces and add to the baking dish.
  7. Bake in a preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until salmon is cooked through and asparagus is tender.
  8. Garnish with parsley or cilantro and serve immediately. Enjoy!

5. Keto pasta salad

Are you looking for a perfect summer recipe that’s easy to prepare and low in carbs? This keto pasta salad is ideal for picnics, potlucks, and BBQs. It’s also a great meal to meal-prep for the week ahead.

To make this dish, you’ll need:

-1 pack or 16 oz pasta (keto pasta)

-450g or 1 pound of cherry tomatoes

-1/2 cup mozzarella cheese balls

-1/4 cup chopped basil

-1/4 cup olive oil (you can also use avocado oil)

-2 tablespoons vinegar

-Salt and pepper according to taste

Instructions:

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Mix cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese balls, basil, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  3. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Enjoy!

6. Keto crockpot cabbage soup

Almost everyone loves soups, and they make a tremendously lazy keto meal. This crockpot cabbage soup is hearty, filling, and packed with flavors. It’s effortless to prepare and a must-have if you’re following a ketogenic diet.

To make this soup, you’ll need:

-1/2 head green chopped cabbage

-3 minced garlic cloves

-1 tbsp butter

-2 pounds/900g chicken/vegetable/beet broth

-1 pound/450g diced tomatoes

-1 chopped red bell pepper

-1 chopped orange bell pepper

-2 teaspoon dried oregano

-Salt and pepper according to taste

Instructions:

  1. Add chopped cabbage, garlic cloves, butter, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, bell peppers, oregano, salt, and pepper in a crockpot.
  2. Cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours.
  3. Serve hot and enjoy!

Conclusion

Keto diets may be one of the best because they’re effective for weight loss and have many health benefits. Some people might find it hard to stick to a keto diet because they have to cook their meals. But with these lazy keto meals, you can still enjoy all the benefits of a keto diet without spending hours in the kitchen. So, why wait? Try out these recipes and let us know how you like

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Nicolas Desjardins

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