Summer is here and it's time to get the barbecue underway! On the Keto Diet, we have so many wonderful options to choose from. This is a collection of 50 great recipes to consider for your next barbecue!
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Summer is finally here and it’s time to celebrate! Depending on where you live, you might have been waiting several months to get outside and enjoy the warm weather.
Gathering with family and friends usually means there is some kind of food being served. Whether you like to grill, have a picnic or potluck lunch, I’ve got some great menu ideas to inspire you.
There’s no need to worry about being tempted by unhealthy foods if you plan your menu ahead of time, making sure you have plenty of Keto friendly options.
You can serve your guests some of the best grilled chicken, steak, ribs and easy to make skewer kabobs using Keto bbq sauce or marinades to give them loads of flavor.
They’ll pair well with tasty Keto sides like coleslaw, broccoli salad, zucchini pasta salad and even a Keto friendly potato salad made with cauliflower.
And don’t forget the Keto appetizers like jalapeño poppers, chips and salsa, hummus made with roasted cauliflower and deviled eggs are always a huge hit!
So prepare to fire up your grill, get those quick and easy appetizers and sides ready and enjoy the beautiful outdoors! These are 50 of my favorite summer BBQ Keto recipes:
Main Courses
Keto Oven Baked Baby Back Ribs
Tender and juicy baby back ribs baked in the oven are fall off the bone delicious. Slathered with homemade sugar free BBQ sauce, this recipe hits a home run!
Grilled Bruschetta Chicken
Easy Grilled Bruschetta Chicken has never been better with amazing flavors from vine ripened tomatoes and tangy homemade balsamic reduction!
Grilled Skirt Steak Chimichurri (Churrasco)
Chimichurri made with fresh garlic and herbs, drizzled over tender, juicy and mouth watering steak!
Thai Red Curry Coconut Grilled Chicken
Succulent grilled chicken breasts in a deliciously rich Thai red curry marinade. It has incredible flavor and can be on the table in less than 30 minutes!
Grilled Chicken with Rosemary Citrus Glaze
Marinated tender juicy chicken breasts, grilled to perfection then brushed with a delightful rosemary citrus glaze. Delicious with a salad or low carb side!
Easy Grilled Keto Buffalo Wings
Saucy Grilled Keto Buffalo Wings are a unique summer BBQ recipe. Tender party wings with savory dry rub, grilled, then tossed in buttery buffalo sauce.
Brie and Caramelized Onion Stuffed Burgers
Possibly the best keto low carb burgers ever, stuffed with brie and caramelized onions. Who needs a bun?
Grilled Lemon Chicken Pesto over Zoodles
Grilled lemon chicken over zucchini noodles in a fresh homemade pesto sauce!
Grilled Pizza Dough Recipe Mozzarella & Arugula
Low carb grilled pizza dough topped with a creamy herb sauce, baby arugula, tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and a balsamic reduction? Summer perfection.
Asian Grilled Chicken with Peanut Ginger Slaw
Asian marinated grilled chicken served along side a fresh ginger peanut slaw!
Grilled Sausage Portobello Pizzas
Dive into summer with these easy low carb pizzas made in portobello mushroom caps. A naturally gluten-free, grain-free solution!
Grilled Fish with Garlic, Basil, and Lemon
Grilled Fish with Garlic, Basil, and Lemon uses an easy and delicious fish marinade that’s good on Halibut, Mahi Mahi, or any firm white fish.
Keto Instant Pot Country Style Ribs
It’s easy to make this recipe for Keto Instant Pot Country Style Ribs. Also includes a delicious low carb homemade BBQ sauce with a paleo version.
Sides
Easy Keto Coleslaw
This creamy coleslaw is incredibly quick and easy to make, perfect for your next bbq!
Keto Jalapeño Popper Cauliflower "Mac" and Cheese
All the flavors of jalapeño poppers made into a creamy and delicious cauliflower “mac” and cheese!
Keto Broccoli Salad with Bacon
This broccoli salad is so easy to make, is packed with flavor, no one will ever know it’s low carb!
Keto Cauliflower Potato Salad
Need a low carb side dish to serve at your next barbecue? Cauliflower replaces potatoes in this blend of egg and potato salad… Keto Style!
Grilled Broccolini
This Broccolini recipe is seasoned and grilled to perfection! It's bright and fresh flavor makes the most delicious Keto side dish.
Loaded Cauliflower Salad
If you love a loaded baked potato but without the extra carbs, you're going to fall in love with this healthy Loaded Cauliflower Salad.
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
Mouth-watering bacon wrapped asparagus grilled to perfection, then brushed with a sugar free glaze makes a delicious and decadent Keto side dish!
Zucchini Noodle Keto Pasta Salad
Traditional pasta salad turned Keto! Spiralized zucchini replaces pasta in this Low Carb version that is refreshing and loaded with flavor!
Skewers/Kabobs
Grilled Cajun Shrimp Skewers
These grilled Cajun shrimp skewers are so quick and easy with minimal prep and served with the most amazing garlic butter sauce.
Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Bites
Adorable little mini cheeseburgers topped with bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickle and of course the homemade thousand island dressing!
Italian Antipasti Skewers
Serve these festive colorful Italian antipasti skewers at your next party and your guests will devour them! They make a great Low Carb snack and can even be made ahead of time!
Grilled Lime Cilantro Shrimp Skewers
Tender shrimp in a zesty lime cilantro marinade, grilled to perfection and served with a creamy avocado dipping sauce!
Bacon Wrapped Cola BBQ Chicken Kabobs
An easy BBQ chicken kababs recipe perfect for those cutting carbs and sugar.
Keto Italian Chicken Skewers
Keto Italian Chicken Skewers are incredibly easy to make, require only a few ingredients, are healthy and full of flavor.
Sriracha-Glazed Grilled Chicken Kabobs
Sriracha-Glazed Grilled Chicken Kabobs can be as spicy as you’d like, so use more or less Sriracha Sauce to suit your family.
Pinchos Puerto Rico Marinated Grilled Chicken Kebabs
A pinchos Puerto Rico recipe from the Latin American Paleo Cooking cookbook that’s AIP friendly. It’s a tasty marinated grilled chicken on skewers.
Steak Shish Kabob with Chimichurri
Shish kabobs are great because they can be cooked super fast…whether on the grill or in the oven.
Appetizers & Snacks
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers - Keto
Jalapeño Poppers are a classic appetizer that are wildly popular! These are wrapped in bacon and crisped to perfection in the Air Fryer.
Crockpot BBQ Keto Meatballs
These mouth watering Keto BBQ meatballs are a crowd pleaser! They're loaded with amazing flavor because of secret ingredient that make them especially delicious.
Dill Pickle Deviled Eggs
A picnic or backyard BBQ wouldn't be complete without these Dill Pickle Deviled Eggs. With just a few simple ingredients, you'll have a tasty and healthy snack or appetizer ready in minutes!
Jalapeño Popper Chicken Dip
The great flavor of Jalapeño Poppers, turned into a dip and served with fresh veggies or Keto friendly crackers!
Roasted Red Pepper Cauliflower Keto Hummus
Roasted red peppers and cauliflower star in this Keto friendly hummus recipe with all the rich flavors of traditional hummus but without all the carbs!
Buffalo Deviled Eggs
All the classic flavors of buffalo wings stuffed into eggs. It makes the perfect appetizer to serve at your next party or game day!
Warm Ranch Crack Dip Recipe With Bacon and Cream Cheese
This warm ranch crack dip recipe with bacon and cream cheese takes just 10 minutes prep and can be made ahead.
Easy Keto Guacamole
Creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, lime and cilantro make this guacamole so tasty and made in just 5 minutes!
Keto Greek Feta Dip
This Creamy Keto Greek Feta Dip is a perfect side or appetizer served with keto crackers or fresh veggies to dip.
Creamy Tomatillo Avocado Salsa Verde Recipe
Learn how to make this EASY creamy tomatillo avocado salsa verde recipe. Just 20 minutes to prepare green avocado salsa (a.k.a. roasted tomatillo salsa).
Keto Low Carb Tortilla Chips
You only need 3 main ingredients to make these low carb tortilla chips. If you roll them out thinly, they become really crunchy.
Bacon Deviled Eggs
These bacon deviled eggs are the perfect low carb and paleo appetizer option to take to any potluck, party or get together.
Homemade Keto "Everything" Crackers
With just 3 simple ingredients, these crackers are easy to make and can stand up to just about any of your favorite dips!
Sauces & Marinades
Keto Raspberry Chipotle BBQ Sauce
The bright and smoky flavors in this Raspberry Chipotle Sugar Free BBQ Sauce elevates your grilling to a whole new level of deliciousness!
Easy Steak Marinade
Take grilled steaks to a whole new level with this super tasty Keto Marinade. It's easy to make and gives steak unbelievable flavor.
Homemade Keto BBQ Sauce
Dress up your chicken and ribs with this homemade sweet and smoky Low Carb BBQ sauce!
Low Carb Chicken Marinade for Grilling
This low carb chicken marinade for grilling is quick and easy to make. Just whisk ingredients together then let chicken sit in marinade for an hour or more.
Grilled Vegetable Marinade
If you like grilled vegetables, you will love this Grilled Vegetable Marinade with lemon and thyme!
Cilantro Lime Chicken Marinade Low Carb Keto 5 Ingredients
A handful of fresh herbs plus garlic and citrus juice transform a plain old piece of chicken into something spectacular. This Cilantro Lime Chicken Marinade will become a staple as quickly in your kitchen!
Easy Balsamic Steak Marinade Recipe
Make this easy balsamic steak marinade recipe in minutes! Balsamic vinegar steak marinade is easy and flavorful.
I hope you have found these Keto recipe ideas helpful! If you decide to make any of these, please leave a comment and let us know how you enjoyed them!
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*Originally published on June 11, 2019, updated on June 10, 2022 with new recipes.
Cynthia | What A Girl Eats
Love all these great ideas! Who says eating healthy has to be boring! Thank you for including me in this round-up