18 Keto Friendly Foods: Foods That You Could Eat In Keto Diet

Here are some of the food items that you can consume on a keto diet-

1. Eggs

   Eggs are one of the best sources of protein in one’s diet. This animal product tends to be low on carbs and high in protein.

   That makes it an optimal^[1] choice for a keto diet. Another interesting fact about eggs is that they tend to keep one full for a longer time.

   Eggs are always best eaten whole instead of just white because ample nutrition in eggs tends to come from the yolk. With all the benefits another thing to add up is the benefit it gives to our eyes.

2. Cheese

   Much to our surprise, Cheese is a fairly good food item to eat while on a keto diet. Considering there are many types of cheese available on the market yet many of them are fairly^[2] low in carbs and high in fats.

   When it comes to fat, cheese is rich in saturated fat. If used properly, cheese can even help in strength training.

   Few cheese varieties which can be fruitful in a keto diet are Romano cheese, cottage cheese, goat cheese, feta cheese and many more.

3. Plain Greek Yogurt And Cottage Cheese

   Plain Greek yogurt and cottage cheese both are very nutritious^[3] to be consumed in a keto diet. With high protein and little carbs, one is recommended to consume both food items in moderation throughout the diet.

   The reason behind the promotion of consumption of these items is the fullness they provide to your stomach.

4. Meat And Poultry

   Fresh meat and poultry are considered^[4] the best food item in any keto diet. Both meat and poultry contain zero carbs while being rich in vitamin B.

   The presence of protein and vital minerals make meat and poultry all the more important for consumption in a keto diet which ultimately helps in muscle mass of the body.

5. Green Leafy Vegetables

   Green leafy vegetables are the best food item for your overall health. Due to the property of being low in carbs, green leafy vegetables can be the best food item to eat in a keto diet.

   These vegetables are extremely rich in minerals, vitamins and antioxidants. With some vegetables of the same family being rich in iron and vitamin K too, green leafy vegetables are a must^[5] for a keto diet.

   With these, a few herbs like oregano add bulk to your diet with no carbs at all. One can try salad greens like lettuce and frisee or cooking greens including bok choy and spinach for good results.

6. Unsweetened Plant-Based Milk

   The most popular type of plant-based milk used in keto or any other diet is almond milk because there are various effective benefits of almond milk.
   
   These types of milk are better consumed without any added sugar to it for the best results, especially in a keto diet.

   Plant-based milk like almond milk, coconut milk, and soy milk should be considered regularly^[6]. Whereas one must avoid consuming oat milk. Milk must be low in carbs so that it can safely be consumed by keto dieters.

   Also, one must not go overboard with almond milk as well. This is because overdoing anything might lead to consequences.

   You might be surprised to know that almond milk has benefits and side effects as well. Hence, you need to maintain a proper balance.

7. Peppers

   All the varieties of pepper are safe for consumption^[7] during a keto diet. Peppers technically are fruits but are categorized as vegetables in cooking due to the taste that they contain.

   Of all the peppers that add spice to the food, Jalapeno is the ideal pepper for consumption in the keto diet. Another added value of peppers is the vitamin C content they hold.

8. High-Fat Veggies

   While avocados and olives are part of the fruit family, their taste and property are fairly high in fat. With being low on carbs, olives’ antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties make them yet another great source for keto dieters.

9. Nuts And Seed

   Nuts and seeds are high in good fat and low in carbs. Nuts tend to decrease the risk^[8]of heart disease and many other severe medical conditions.

   Besides this, the fiber in nuts and seeds tends to keep your stomach full for longer. Some low-carb nuts and seeds for keto involve almonds, walnuts, and many more.

10. Berries

    Usually, most fruits are extremely filled with carbs whereas blueberries and other related berries are extremely high in fiber. This helps in keeping your stomach full for a long time.

    Besides fiber and low carbs, berries also consist of the property of antioxidants which further helps^[9] a lot in many severe health conditions.

    For this reason, they are among a few keto fruits one could consume while on a keto diet.

11. Shirataki Noodles

    For noodles, shirataki noodles are extremely low on carbs while also keeping a low profile on calories. Shirataki noodles provide the consumer with fiber that keeps one’s stomach full and boosts satiety.

    The fiber content also helps in managing the blood sugar spikes. Besides noodles, they also come in the form of rice, linguine and fettuccine.

12. Dark Chocolate

    Dark chocolate is a great source to fill your body with antioxidants. Dark chocolate can reduce the risk of heart diseases by lowering blood pressure.

    Even though one can not eat light chocolate on a keto diet, it is safe to consume dark chocolate. However, it is best to consume^[10] dark chocolate with 70 Percent cocoa or more in it.

13. Non-Starchy Vegetables

    Many non-starchy vegetables are low in calories and carbs but are filled with nutrients and antioxidants. On the contrary, these low-carb vegetables are a great substitute for high-carb vegetables.

    Vegetables like broccoli^[11], cabbage, cauliflower^[12] and many more are great sources of non-starchy vegetables.

14. Cream And A Half and Half

    The cream is a by-product of milk processing containing the fatty portion of fresh milk. On the other hand, half and half consist of 50 percent cream and 50 percent milk.

    The common factor between both is the property of being low in carbs and high in fat.

    Cream and half and half may help with weight loss. It is suggested to rely more^[6] on plant-based dietary products than animal-based dietary products.

    Cream and half and half can also be added to coffee for better benefits and taste.

15. Seafood

    Main seafood including^[13] fish and shellfish is the heart and soul of a keto diet. Fishes like salmon are almost carb-free with the richness of vitamin B, selenium and potassium.

    When it comes to seafood, carbs may vary among each other but consumption of these food items can keep you well within your range.

    Frequent fish consumption also improves the brain functionality of a person.

16. Summer squash

    Zucchini^[14] and yellow squashes count as summer squashes which are low in carbs and are a perfect food to consume in a keto diet.

    Zucchinis can also be used as a substitute for pasta or noodles. It can also be grated to consume in place of rice. Zucchini are one of the most popular food items that are eaten in a keto diet.

17. Unsweetened Coffee And Tea

    These beverages can be an ideal choice of beverages while following a keto diet. The caffeine present in coffee and tea tends to improve metabolism^[15] and physical performance, alertness and other such aspects.

    Tea and coffee, if consumed without any added sugar, also tend to decrease the risk of diabetes. It is always recommended to consume heavy coffee and tea and avoid light counterparts of them.

18. Mushrooms

    Mushrooms have the least amount of carbohydrates and calories. With the creamy texture, they are the healthiest vegetables that make them a keto-friendly food.

    It consists of a significant amount of water, low on fat and protein, which may play an essential role in your Keto diet consumption.

    Also, mushrooms are rich in potassium, zinc, folate, etc. So adding mushrooms to your diet could help you enhance red blood cell formation.