14 Keto Thanksgiving Recipes You Can Serve Without Explaining Yourself

Being on the keto diet and hosting a Thanksgiving dinner might sound a bit complicated. It’s basically two contradicting ideas that’ll probably give you a bit of a headache. But I promise, it doesn’t have to be a problem; there are so many delicious keto Thanksgiving recipes now.

You can actually have a full on keto Thanksgiving, or at least have enough low carb versions of your favorite comfort foods to keep you on your low carb diet.

And down below are some keto-friendly dishes you can make for your Thanksgiving table. You can still have that beautiful holiday spread and get those tasty fall flavors without breaking ketosis.

1. Cast-Iron Brie Stuffed Roast Chicken

If you’re looking for a really good (and juicy) main course for your keto Thanksgiving menu, then I think this is it. I mean it’s stuffed with brie, has delicious spices and herbs, and so many other tasty ingredients. Also, the prep is just 10 minutes and it’s only in the oven for 1 hour. No waiting for hours for a dry turkey to be done cooking.

Oh, and it does make for a really nice centerpiece for your holiday table!

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2. Keto Friendly No-Bake Cheesecake in a Cup

Being on the keto diet can be a bit hard, and I think it might be especially hard when it comes to desserts. But thankfully these keto-friendly no-bake cheesecakes are probably the answer to your dessert dilemma. They’re pretty, creamy, tasty, and perfect for your keto holiday celebrations.

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3. Roast Turkey Breast

This honestly looks like such an elegant (and delicious) centerpiece dish for your keto Thanksgiving. With plenty of nice herbs and spices and a shorter cook time, I think this might be a great way to cut down on stress for the big day.

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4. Harvest Rice

This dish calls for sweet potato, but you can just substitute that out for butternut squash which will help keep this recipe a low-carb side. Just make sure you have it in moderation though!

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5. Butternut Squash and Feta Gratin

This creamy, cheesy butternut squash low-carb appetizer is your answer to your carby cravings. The ingredients are perfect for this holiday meal, and it’s a bit of a healthy twist on the normal sweet potato dishes that normally grace the holiday table.

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6. Shredded Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad

Shred, combine, and flavor the kale and Brussels sprouts to create a great dish for your dinner table. It’s a satisfyingly healthy salad that’s kind of the perfect keto side dish for the holidays.

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7. Bourbon Honey Glazed Carrots

Thanksgiving celebrations and the holiday season kind of call for colorful, fresh produce cooked with a bit of bourbon. Also, it’s such an easy side to prep with any Thanksgiving meal.

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8. Festive Butternut Roast

If you wanna be extra this Thanksgiving season, then this stuffed butternut roast is your answer. I wouldn’t go so far as to say that it’s the keto version of a stuffed turkey, but it does look tasty and it’s a pretty dish for your holiday table.

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9. Vegan Pumpkin Soup With Candied Cashew

Pumpkin soup is perfect for a Thanksgiving feast. It’s a fall classic and this just so happens to be the keto-friendly version of it.

Update: The original page with the recipe shown in the image above no longer exists. But you can try this other keto pumpkin soup here if you want!

10. Tomato Basil Turkey Meatloaf

A protein packed main dish that looks so hearty and savory. Also, it has almond flour which keeps this turkey meatloaf recipe keto-friendly, and it’s pretty simple to pull together!

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11. Apple Cranberry Bacon Candied Walnut Salad

If you’re looking for a gourmet, colorful salad for your Thanksgiving table, then this is your answer. Just make sure to look through the ingredients list and cut anything out that isn’t quite right for your keto diet.

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12. Gluten-Free Bacon Wrapped Turkey

I feel like a bacon wrapped turkey is legit the perfect main dish if you’re on the keto diet. It doesn’t feel boring (at all) and you know that bacon is gonna make the dish taste ridiculously good.

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13. Pumpkin Pie Pudding

For a light and healthy holiday dessert, this pumpkin pie pudding is perfect for you. It’s sugar-free, gluten-free, low carb, and a high-protein dessert you can have on Thanksgiving. There really shouldn’t be any reason why you can’t enjoy your sweets on this holiday.

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14. Keto-Friendly Pumpkin Pie Cups

Vegan, grain-free, creamy, pumpkin spiced, and sweetened with maple syrup. If you’ve been craving pumpkin pie for a hot minute, then this is the keto dessert for you. There really is no reason to go without this Thanksgiving classic this holiday season.

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