keto meal plan 1500 calories
Protein and FatFocus on healthy natural whole
food sources of protein and fat like:EggsMeats like chickenSeafoodDairyNuts and nut milkSeedsNut and seed oilsCooking with Fats and OilsRather than cooking with canola oil, most keto dieters opt for healthier and more natural cooking oils and fats like butter, lard, tallow, coconut oil, and olive oil for lower temperatures and sautéing. Roasting your veggies in coconut oil or butter or cooking chicken in the crockpot and consuming the fatty broth are just some of the many ways to add more fats to your keto diet. Nuts and SeedsAll American Potato Chips, Sour Cream & CheddarNuts and seeds don’t just make tasty, crunchy snacks; they can also be transformed into milk and flour to make some of your favorite recipes! You don’t want to go too nuts with nuts or seeds, as they do contain some carbohydrates, but in moderation, nuts and seeds are a keto-friendly choice. Try this keto granola
featuring almonds, walnuts, and pistachios. Low-Carb VeggiesWhen it comes to veggies, you’ll want to
avoid starchier veggies like yams and sweet potatoes and include low-carb veggies, such as:CabbageBok choyCauliflowerAsparagusZucchiniEggplantBroccoliBrussel SproutsSpinachLettuceKale and leafy greensPeppersRadishes Tomatoes, avocados, and green beans are also welcome on your keto dinner table. When it comes to other veggies, like beets and rutabaga, these can be consumed in smaller amounts by some keto dieters, and others will completely avoid them. Remember, beans, corn, grains, and potatoes aren’t good keto options. Low-Carb FruitsUnless you’re a carnivore, you might be wondering about fruit. Fruit is certainly limited on keto, but, in moderation, you can enjoy lower carb fruits like:StrawberriesBlueberriesBlackberriesLemonsLimesStarfruitAvocadoTomatoCantaloupeWatermelonHoneydewSome fruits are more debatable. Take kiwi as an example. One medium kiwifruit has around 8.
Enjoy a smoked salmon and avocado sandwich or a good old-fashioned grilled cheese. Roll-ups are also a quick choice. All you have to do is spread some cream cheese over a couple of thin slices of ham and roll them up! Add leaves of lettuce if you’d like, or get fancy with a prosciutto roll-up that uses your favorite cheese. Keto pre-workout sandwich as a snackGreek YogurtMost yogurts are sugar-loaded and off-limits on keto, but you can enjoy an unsweetened full-fat Greek yogurt. If you like flavored yogurts, add a keto sweetener and some berries and nuts. Parfait anyone?Greek yogurt, coconut yogurt, and cottage cheese all provide just the right macros for a ketogenic diet. Be sure to avoid those pesky added sugars. Power up with Dr. Ryan Lowery’s favorite protein-packed keto yogurt recipe. JerkyUnless you’re a vegetarian, meat jerky is excellent keto pre-workout snack choice, as it’s filling, nutritious, and convenient. Not all jerkies are created equal, so be aware of sneaky sugars and unhealthy additives.