Dine light tonight: 19 simple and tasty low-carb meals

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When I first thought about low-carb dinners, I’ll admit, I was a bit skeptical. Would I still get to enjoy the rich, flavorful meals I love? To my delight, the answer was a resounding yes! Low-carb doesn’t mean low-flavor or settling for bland dishes. In fact, it opened a door to an array of tantalizing meals that not only taste amazing but also keep those carbs in check.

Each evening, I’ve found joy in exploring recipes that are both nourishing and delicious. Whether you’re diving into the low-carb lifestyle or just giving it a try for a few meals, I’m confident these dinner recipes will leave you both satisfied and inspired!

Pizza Casserole in two serving dishes.
Pizza Casserole. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Grilled Steak Skewers with Mojo Rojo

Grilled Steak skewers on a white plate with chilis nearby.
Grilled Steak with Mojo Rojo. Photo credit: Cook What You Love

Lean steak is marinated in chilis and spices to create a flavor-packed explosion in every bite! Super easy and pretty lean, this is a great meal when you want flavor without the carbs.
Get the Recipe: Grilled steak skewers with mojo rojo

Bacon-Wrapped Whole Smoked Pork Tenderloin

There’s nothing tastier than pork on pork so when you’re craving flavor, wrap up a pork tenderloin and slow-cook it to meaty perfection!
Get the recipe: Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Baked Salmon & Pesto Sauce

Baked Pesto Salmon on a white plate with pesto sauce.
Baked Pesto Salmon. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins

Flaky and delicious salmon bakes up quickly and easily in a rich, creamy pesto sauce that’s so good you’ll want to lick your plate clean!
Get the Recipe: Baked salmon & pesto sauce

Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu

Deliciously low-carb and ready in a jiffy, this lazy Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe is just about as tasty as tasty can get!
Get the recipe: Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu

Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy

Salisbury Steak on a bed of mashed potatoes.
Salisbury Steak. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

This is a hearty and meaty low-carb meal that’s easy, quick, and affordable! Ready in a jiffy, feast on flavor tonight!
Get the Recipe: Salisbury steak with mushroom gravy

Korean Beef Bowl

Savor the rich flavors of a Korean Beef Bowl in every bite. This dish boasts tender beef marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, served over fresh veggies. It’s not just a treat for your taste buds, but also a smart choice for a low-carb dinner. Dive in and enjoy a world of flavor without the extra carbs
Get the Recipe: Korean beef bowl

Chicken Salad with Cranberries & Walnuts

Chicken Salad with Walnuts & Cranberries in a bowl.
Chicken Salad with Walnuts & Cranberries. Photo credit; Cook What You Love.

Tender chunks of chicken are tossed with a tangy dressing, and with a sweet pop from cranberries and a crunch from the nuts, this low-carb salad is always a winner!
Get the Recipe: Chicken salad with cranberries & walnuts

Cubano Casserole

Loaded with pork, cheese, ham, and more, this amazing casserole is big on flavor and protein! It’s an easy casserole to make, and once you get a bite, you’ll be hooked! Don’t forget the pickles!
Get the recipe: Cubano Casserole

Lemon Dill Salmon and Asparagus

Hands holding a baking dish with Lemon Dill Salmon and Asparagus.
Lemon Dill Salmon and Asparagus. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Gourmet meets quick in this lemon dill salmon and asparagus. Flaky salmon, tender asparagus, and a restaurant-quality lemon dill sauce. All on the table in thirty minutes.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Dill Salmon and Asparagus

Bacon-Wrapped Whole Pork Tenderloin

Fire up your smoker and add some flavor! This easy-peasy pork dish is rubbed in flavor, wrapped in bacon, and then slow-cooked to infuse flavor into every bite.
Get the recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Whole Pork Tenderloin

Pizza Casserole

Pizza casserole in a square baking dish.
Pizza Casserole. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

With all the big and fabulous flavors of your favorite pizza in a casserole, this meaty wonder is quick and easy and crazy good!
Get the Recipe: Pizza casserole

Chicken Tikka Masala

Thick, rich, and delicious, Chicken Tikka Masala an amazing dish. The sauce is thick, rich, and brimming with authentic spices. The best part? It’s low carb so you can splurge on dinner! Serve this meaty dish with cauliflower rice to soak up all that amazing sauce!
Get the recipe: Chicken Tikka Masala

Grilled Hanger Steak with Chimichurri

Sliced Grilled Hanger Steak with Chimichurri on a white plate.
Grilled Hanger Steak with Chimichurri. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Hanger steak is the steak no one wants you to know about! Second in tenderness only to a filet mignon, this amazing steak cooks fast over a hot grill. Amp up the flavor with tangy and herbaceous chimichurri to add even more flavor to this low carb wonder.
Get the recipe: Grilled Hanger Steak with Chimichurri

Turkey Zucchini Lasagna

Imagine layers of juicy turkey and fresh zucchini, all baked to perfection. This turkey zucchini lasagna is a delightful twist on the classic dish, offering a low-carb alternative that doesn’t skimp on flavor. It’s the perfect easy dinner for those watching their carb intake. Dive into this cheesy, hearty dish and enjoy a guilt-free indulgence!
Get the recipe: Turkey Zucchini Lasagna

Keto Zuppa Toscana Soup

Low Carb Zuppa Toscana Soup in a white round bowl with small handles.
Keto Zuppa Toscana Soup. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

This soup is amazing! It’s rich, flavorful, and loaded with tasty goodness without all the carbs of the original!
Get the Recipe: Keto Zuppa Toscana Soup

Shrimp Alfredo with Asparagus

Shrimp & Asparagus Alfredo on a black plate.
Shrimp Alfredo with Asparagus. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

When you want flavor but don’t want to spend forever in the kitchen, this Shrimp Alfredo with Asparagus really satisfies! Easy, tasty, creamy, and delish, this is a meal everyone will love!
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Alfredo with Asparagus

Monterey Chicken

Cooking keto for 1? Monterey Chicken is meaty, cheesy, saucy, and so stinkin’ good, and it’s scaled for just one serving. The good news is you can easily double or triple the recipe to feed the whole family!
Get the Recipe: Monterey Chicken

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites

Black plate of chicken with asparagus.
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Asparagus. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Asparagus – perfect for spring, perfect for dinner! So good and so easy to make, too!
Get the Recipe: Garlic Butter Chicken Biters

Fried Cod

Lighten things up and treat yourself to easy-peasy Pan Fried Cod! Pass the tartar sauce, please!
Get the Recipe: Fried Cod

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