Stock Up On These Keto & Low-Carb Foods (Printable List Included!)

Get ready for keto success!

Have you cleared your space of all the non-keto temptations that could throw a wrench in your fat-fueled journey? If so, now it’s time to fill it back up with all the low-carb foods allowed on keto! From baking supplies to meal components to snacks, we’ve got you covered with the getting started essentials for keto.

Dairy:

While most dairy is keto-friendly, be sure and watch carb counts on yogurt and choose something from our list of the best keto yogurts to buy. Try not to go overboard with dairy items as this causes many to stall with their weight loss.

• • Shredded cheese – parmesan, mozzarella, cheddar, Colby jack & more!
  • Cream cheese
  • String cheese
  • Hard, aged cheese
  • Grass-fed butter, like Kerrygold
  • Heavy cream
  • Eggs
  • Ghee
  • Almond milk

Meat:

Generally, all meats are a-okay for keto! Ideally, you’d like to find cuts of meat with higher fat content such as dark meats and ground beef mixed with a higher percentage of fat. Some of our favorite meats are…

• • Grass-fed beef
  • Ribeye steak
  • Chicken thighs
  • Sausage
  • Ground chicken
  • Ground turkey
  • Salmon
  • Shrimp
  • Tuna

Deli Meat:

Avoid meats that have been glazed or have added sugars. You’d be surprised just how many carbs are packed into honey-glazed turkey and ham!

• • Bacon
  • Sliced turkey
  • Roast beef
  • Sausage bites
  • Pepperoni slices

Produce:

Contrary to what you may think, not all veggies and fruits are keto-friendly so be sure to skip higher carb options including corn, carrots, and potatoes and opt for something from the following list.

• • Zucchini
  • Lettuce
  • Cauliflower
  • Avocado
  • Celery
  • Brussels sprouts
  • Grape tomatoes
  • Peppers
  • Spinach
  • Jicama
  • Radishes
  • Spaghetti squash
  • Berries – strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries

Frozen vegetables:

While we’ve already listed out some of our favorite vegetables for keto, you can’t beat the convenience (and lasting freshness) of varieties that come in frozen bags. We’re constantly keeping our freezers stocked with the following:

• • Riced cauliflower
  • Broccoli florets
  • Cauliflower florets

Snacks:

Of course, you can munch here and there, but you’ll want to make sure you’re reaching for low-carb snacks that aren’t filled with preservatives or junk fillers.

• • Beef jerky (watch for added sugars)
  • Nuts – almonds, pecans or macadamia nuts are the best!
  • Almond butter or peanut butter (no sugar added varieties)
  • Meat sticks
  • Cheese crisps
  • Low-carb protein bars
  • Stevia-sweetened chocolate bars – Lily’s or ChocZero
  • Pork rinds
  • Pickles (make sure they’re sugar-free if sweet)
  • Olives

Baking & Cooking Supplies:

All-purpose flour, sugar, and syrups are big no-nos for keto. However, there are lots of alternative flours and sweeteners to replace your usual baking supplies! You’ll also want to opt for oils that are not refined or made up of processed trans fats.

• • Almond flour
  • Coconut flour
  • Alternative sweeteners – Swerve, XyloSweet, or Monk fruit granules
  • Xanthan gum
  • Olive oil
  • Avocado oil
  • Coconut oil
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Chocolate chips (no sugar added) – we love Lily’s stevia-sweetened dark chocolate chips!
  • Beef/Chicken broth and/or bouillon – we love Herb-Ox Chicken Bouillon Cubes!
  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Bone broth
  • Everything But the Bagel Seasoning

Condiments:

Try to avoid bottled sauces such as teriyaki as they are typically packed with sugar! Choose something from this list instead…

• • No sugar added ketchup
  • Sugar-free BBQ sauce
  • Full-fat salad dressing
  • Mayo
  • Mustard
  • Guacamole
  • Lemon or lime, for juice in recipes
  • Salsa (watch sugar & carb counts)
  • Pico De Gallo

Looking good!

Now you’re ready to start whipping up some delicious keto meals! Be sure to check out our keto recipes page to get some keto inspiration for your fully stocked kitchen.

Learn how to read a nutrition label on keto!