50+ Dairy Free Keto Recipes (2024)

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Can you do keto without dairy? Absolutely! In this post, I have assembled over 50 delicious dairy free keto recipes, from appetizers to main courses to snacks and desserts.

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Many people think that following a low carb or keto diet means eating cheese and cream on a daily basis. This is just not true!

It's super simple to do dairy free keto. And you won't be feeling like you're missing out at all.

I have a lot of low carb dairy free recipes on my website. This is not because I have a sensitivity to dairy. I actually tolerate it well. But I know many of you feel better when eating dairy free.

And I also think that many recipes actually TASTE just as good when using dairy substitutes.

Jump to:
  • Dairy Free Swaps
  • Keto Dairy Free Breakfast
  • Dairy Free Keto Meals
  • Keto Dairy Free Sides
  • Dairy Free Keto Dessert
  • Dairy Free Keto Cake And Brownies
  • Dairy Free Keto Drinks
  • Dairy Free Keto Snacks
  • Keto Dairy Free Bread

Dairy Free Swaps

Here are the dairy-free alternatives I use regularly. When you make a recipe containing dairy, swap them out for the following:

Butter: In sweet recipes, simply replace it with coconut oil. When a recipe is savoury, use either coconut oil or other keto-friendly oils such as olive oil or avocado oil.

Heavy cream: The alternative is coconut cream. This is the firm part from a can of coconut milk. When you store the can in the fridge, the firm and liquid parts separate and you can easily scoop it out. You can even whip coconut cream just like whipping cream!

Milk: Instead of dairy milk, opt for nut milk. My personal favourite is almond milk, which is very low in carbs. Coconut milk, cashew milk, hazelnut milk or even soy milk will work as well.

Yoghurt and cheese. Keto dairy-free recipes use coconut yoghurt or almond yoghurt instead. You can find both in health food stores. The same goes for soy and nut-based versions of cream cheese and cheese.

Now, let's get straight to the recipes! From breakfast all the way through to dessert, here's how to do keto without dairy - and lovin' it.

Keto Dairy Free Breakfast

Here are my very best dairy free keto breakfast recipes.

Keto Mexican Breakfast Casserole

This Mexican-style Keto Breakfast Casserole was a total winner in our house. It’s the perfect Sunday brunch the whole family will enjoy, whether they follow a low carb diet or not. Delicious hot or cold!

Keto Mexican Breakfast Casserole

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Keto Overnight Oats

I have used chia, hemp hearts and a few other delicious ingredients to make tasty keto overnight oats. A healthy, satisfying and nutritious low carb breakfast.

Keto Overnight Oats

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Creamy Keto Chia Pudding - 3 Variations

Overnight chia pudding is a delicious and easy way to meal-prep your weekday breakfast. In this post you'll find a basic creamy keto chia pudding recipe and three topping variations with fully calculated macros and net carbs. Nutty, chocolatey or fruity - which one will you choose?

Keto Chia Pudding

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Keto Coconut Flour Oatmeal

Ever heard of noatmeal? It's a keto-friendly oatmeal using low carb substitutes instead of oats. This coconut flour porridge is deliciously creamy and super easy to make, using low carb pantry staples.

Keto Oatmeal

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Keto Granola Bars (Crunchy, Easy)

Making your own Keto granola bars is not only super simple, it's also much cheaper than buying them in the shops. These tasty bars are low in carbs and easy to customise. Ready in 30 minutes!

Keto Granola Bars

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Easy Pumpkin Porridge Recipe

This flavourful pumpkin porridge is a healthy warming breakfast. It is ready to eat in just 2 minutes! See the post for plenty of topping ideas and recipe variations.

Pumpkin Porridge

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Dairy Free Keto Meals

Need ideas for dairy free keto lunch or dinner?

Broccoli Fritters

Broccoli fritters are a tasty way to get small and big kids to eat their greens! I made these keto fritters with both nutritional yeast and parmesan cheese to give you a dairy and a dairy free option. Both taste great, so you pick whichever version suits your diet. Great as a snack, a light lunch or as part of a main meal.

Broccoli Fritters

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4 Ingredient Low Carb Tortillas

Use these low carb tortillas as a lunch wrap with your favourite low carb fillings or in Mexican dishes. Find out how to turn this recipe into tortilla chips and taco shells!

Low Carb Tortillas

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The Ultimate Keto Vegetable Soup

So tasty and so good for you! This keto vegetable soup is a classic you’ll want to make time and time again. It’s lighter and healthier than many keto veggie soups as it doesn’t contain cream or cheese. Fresh herbs take it to the next level.

Keto Vegetable Soup

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Roasted Keto Cauliflower Soup

Simply the tastiest Keto Cauliflower Soup by miles! Many low carb cauliflower soup recipes are loaded with cream and whilst they taste nice, I prefer a healthier and lighter version without cream that’s still incredibly flavoursome.

Keto Cauliflower Soup

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Keto Egg Roll in a Bowl

Keto egg roll in a bowl is a speedy weeknight dinner that's a hit with the whole family, whether they are low carb or not. You can make it from scratch in only 15 minutes.

Keto Egg Roll In A Bowl

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Low Carb Keto Ramen

This keto ramen is one of my go-to lunch staples. This soup has all the flavours we love about a good Japanese noodle soup but none of the carbs. A good one to add to your low carb lunch rota!

Keto Ramen

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Keto Cauliflower Fried Rice

Chinese Take-Out made low carb! Cauliflower fried rice is a brilliant keto friendly replacement for regular egg fried rice. You get all the flavour and texture at a fraction of the carbs.

Keto Cauliflower Fried Rice

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Keto Dairy Free Sides

Let's add dairy free sides to your meal.

Crispy Air Fryer Radishes

These crispy air fryer radishes are a tasty, easy and inexpensive side dish. They are ready in just 20 minutes.

Air Fryer Radishes

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Turnip Fries Air Fryer

Air-fryer turnip fries are my healthy take on classic French fries! Roasted until golden brown all over, air fried turnips taste amazing dipped in sugar free ketchup or with a homemade mayonnaise.

Air Fried Turnips

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Keto Cauliflower Potato Salad

The classic potato salad goes low carb! This mock keto potato salad contains only 4.6 grams of net carbs. Of couse, this salad does not contain a single real potato. We're using cauliflower as a stand-in. A wonderful side for sausages and any grilled meat or fish.

Cauliflower Potato Salad

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Keto Stuffing Recipe

This is the BEST keto stuffing recipe... full of festive flavor and low in carbs. Perfect as a side to your turkey or serve as a delicious low carb winter dinner.

Keto Stuffing

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Dairy Free Keto Dessert

And on to my favourite meal of the day - dessert! From frozen treats to mousses, take your pick.

Sugar Free Keto Custard (Dairy Free)

If you're looking for a comforting sugar free dessert, you're in for a treat! Here's a dairy-free keto custard that will make you swoon. Light, airy and silky-smooth!

Sugar Free Custard

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Sugar Free Peanut Butter Chocolate Ice Pops

Want a refreshing yet creamy dessert? Cool down with these sugar free ice pops. They are made with coconut milk, which makes them dairy free. The flavour? Peanut butter and chocolate!

Sugar Free Popsicles

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Mexican Chocolate Fudgesicles

These Mexican chocolate fudgesicles are so insanely chocolatey and deliciously rich you'll want to keep them all for yourself. Low carb and dairy free.

Sugar Free Fudgesicles

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Low Carb Keto Strawberry Mousse

A dairy free Keto strawberry mousse recipe that only needs 7 minutes prep. I'm using coconut cream instead of heavy whipping cream , which means this low carb mousse is wonderfully creamy yet light and airy.

Keto Strawberry Mousse

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Avocado Chocolate Mousse

Creamy, thick and super simple chocolate avocado mousse - the ultimate healthy Keto dessert. Try this sugar free and vegan chocolate avocado pudding packed with nutrients!

Avocado Chocolate Mousse

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Dairy Free Keto Cake And Brownies

Life is better with a moist, fluffy cake to enjoy.

Healthy Pumpkin Brownies

These healthy pumpkin brownies are ready in 30 minutes! A super easy, deliciously fudgy treat that is gluten-free, sugar free and keto friendly.

Pumpkin Brownies

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Coconut Flour Blondies

These coconut flour blondies are an absolute favourite in my house! The recipe is sugar free, gluten free and low in carbs. It only needs 5 minutes prep plus 20 minutes oven time.

Keto Blondies

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Sugar Free Pumpkin Pie

This easy sugar free pumpkin pie features all the warm flavours of autumn without the carb load. It has a gluten free crust and a deliciously spiced dairy-free pumpkin filling. Enjoy the classic American holiday dessert the low carb way!

Sugar Free Pumpkin Pie

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Keto Orange Cake

This moist and moreish orange almond breakfast cake is made with whole oranges - skins and all. It is low carb, gluten free and sweetened with stevia.

Keto Orange Cake

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Chocolate Avocado Cake

Can you taste the avocado? Absolutely not! This super fudgy chocolate avocado cake tastes so naughty it's hard to believe how healthy it is. Sugar free, gluten free and dairy free!

Chocolate Avocado Cake

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Really Simple Low Carb Chocolate Tart (sugar free)

This really simple and decadently creamy low carb chocolate tart is assembled in minutes. It is gluten free, keto and sugar free.

Low Carb Chocolate Tart

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Keto Olive Oil Cake (Almond Flour)

Get Mediterranean flavours on your table with this keto olive oil cake! This gently sweet, extra moist almond flour cake makes a great low carb breakfast or afternoon treat. Only 10 minutes prep and 2.3g net carbs per slice.

Keto Olive Oil Cake

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Dairy Free Keto Drinks

You can make delicious low carb smoothies and drinks without dairy - even hot chocolate

Keto Peanut Butter Smoothie (Dairy Free)

You don't need heavy cream to make a delicious keto peanut butter smoothie! In this recipe, I used avocado to make the shake thick and sumptuous. This low carb smoothie is a must for peanut butter lovers - and it's just 3.8g net carbs per portion!

Keto Peanut Butter Smoothie

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Keto Coffee Smoothie

This keto coffee smoothie is one of my favourite breakfast treats and tastes so much better than anything Starbucks could ever come up with! Frothy, thick and creamy, it's a great fat-fuelled kickstart to the day.

Keto Coffee Smoothie

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Best Ever Avocado Strawberry Smoothie

You only need 4 ingredients to make this avocado strawberry smoothie with almond milk. Fruity and satisfying, it's the perfect dairy-free low-carb smoothie to start your day. The avocado makes it extra creamy.

Avocado Strawberry Smoothie

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Creamy Avocado Blueberry Smoothie

This avocado blueberry smoothie is creamy, thick and super satisfying. No powders or fancy ingredients, just simple plant-based goodness.

Avocado Blueberry Smoothie

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Keto Chocolate Milkshake

This keto chocolate milkshake is refreshing and super satisfying! It has the same wonderful texture as a traditional milkshake. But instead of ice cream, my low carb shake is made with almond milk. Check out the post to see which secret ingredients I'm using to make it creamy and thick!

Keto Chocolate Milkshake

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Keto Sugar-Free Hot Chocolate

Like a hug in a mug: whisk up this creamy, frothy sugar-free hot chocolate and enjoy cocoa without the carb load. Learn my hack how to make thick and satisfying hot cocoa that is ultra healthy and good for you at the same time. Hint - I'm not loading you up with cream!!

Sugar Free Hot Chocolate

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Dairy Free Keto Snacks

From cookies to candy, here is a selection of dairy-free keto snacks.

Homemade Ferrero Rocher Recipe

When you're in the mood for a classic chocolate truffle look no further than this homemade Ferrero Rocher recipe. My version is sugar free and actually nutritious because the filling is made with avocado! And just in case you're wondering - no, you cannot taste the avocado at all. You're getting exactly what you've signed up for: chocolatey, creamy goodness by the mouthful!

Homemade Ferrero Rocher

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Keto Peanut Butter Cups

This keto peanut butter cup recipe is a simple and satisfying snack when you want a quick energy boost. The sugar free version of Reeses cups!

Keto Peanut Butter Cups

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Sugar Free Keto Marzipan

Learn how to make homemade keto marzipan in 5 minutes from start to finish! This sugar free marzipan is soft, smooth and tastes just like the real deal - but without the carbs! There's plenty of ideas in the post how you can customise and enjoy this recipe.

Keto Marzipan

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Sugar Free Truffles

These sugar free truffles are supremely satisfying and are actually HEALTHY. Only 4 ingredients and 10 minutes of prep! They make a wonderful edible gift, too.

Sugar Free Truffles

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Keto Almond Flour Cookies (With Peanut Butter)

With just 6 ingredients and 1.4g of net carbs per cookie, these peanut butter almond flour cookies are the perfect keto treat! This super easy recipe is going to make it on your regulars list!

Peanut Butter Almond Flour Cookies

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Keto Sugar Free Meringue Cookies

With all my tips and tricks in the post, making beautiful (and tasty!) sugar free meringue cookies is easy! If you have a piping bag, they'll look super professional. But you can also make meringue heaps with a spoon and the end result will taste just as good.

Sugar Free Meringue

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Keto Brownie Cookies

Moist and chewy, keto brownie cookies are the most satisfying chocolate cookies you'll ever try. Thick, fudgy and made with only 5 ingredients, this easy recipe is sugar free, gluten free and diabetic-friendly.

Keto Brownie Cookies

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Cinnamon Swirl Coconut Flour Mug Cake

Need a treat? This moist coconut flour mug cake has a delicious cinnamon swirl and is ready in minutes. The recipe is low carb, keto, gluten and sugar free.

Coconut Flour Mug Cake

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Keto Dairy Free Bread

Here is a selection of low carb bread and cracker recipes without dairy.

Low Carb Pita Bread

Stuff this fluffy low carb pita bread with your favourite filling or serve with dips! Ready in just 30 minutes.

Low Carb Pita Bread

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Crispy Chia Seed Crackers

Chia seed crackers are sturdy enough for any dip, easy to customize and simply a very useful, fiber-filled cracker.

Chia Seed Crackers

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Keto Flaxseed Crackers

If you’re looking for egg free and nut free low carb crackers, try these Keto Flaxseed Crackers. They are super simple to make and require just 4 ingredients! I made the base recipe for you today but there’s so many flavour options to have fun experimenting with, from garlic powder to herbs to parmesan.

Flaxseed Crackers

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Keto Flaxseed Bread with Coconut Flour

A soft, pillowy keto flaxseed bread that can be baked as a loaf, Focaccia-style or even as muffins. This bread uses coconut flour as a base and is great toasted.

Keto Flaxseed Bread

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Rustic Paleo Bread With Seeds

This rustic Paleo bread is nutrient-dense, grain free and packed with seeds. It's perfect for gluten free, sugar free and low carb diets.

Paleo Bread

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  1. Tiffany Coleman

    I love all of these recipe ideas and cannot wait to try them. Since my boyfriend is already making pork tenderloin and cauliflower mash tonight I am going to make the almond flour peanut butter cookies. For my work breakfast I am going to make the perfect keto blueberry smoothie.

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  2. Linda

    I am so excited to find these recipes. Several years ago I went Keto & lost 30 pounds but dairy is a problem for me & the keto recipes I had contained a lot of cheese & cream etc. Your recipes look delicious & easy to make without all the dairy. Thank you!

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FAQs

Can you do keto if you are dairy free? ›

While eating dairy can make keto easier because there are many high-fat dairy food options, keto is completely possible without dairy. When you're already straining your body with a diet as restrictive as keto, eating nourishing, non-inflammatory foods can help keep you fueled and focused.

What is a dairy alternative for keto diet? ›

If you're on a dairy-free diet and looking for healthy milk alternatives, the best low-carb, keto replacements are almond milk and coconut milk. They're both delicious on low-carb keto cereal like Magic Spoon. If you are wondering if almond milk is vegan, yes it is, and so is coconut milk.

How do I start keto after 50? ›

How to Do Keto for Beginners Over 50
  1. Cut carbs and replace them with keto-friendly alternatives. People who start a keto diet are worried that they can no longer enjoy their favorite high-carb foods. ...
  2. Eat enough fat and protein. Fat and protein are so important for keto dieters. ...
  3. Prevent electrolyte imbalances.
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What can you eat on keto besides dairy? ›

Foods you can eat on the keto diet include fish and seafood, meat and poultry, non-starchy vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, and zucchini, avocados, berries, nuts and seeds, eggs, high-fat dairy products, olive oil and other oils, and high-cocoa chocolate.

What dairy products should I avoid on keto? ›

Milk from goats, sheep, and yaks contains roughly the same amount of carbohydrates as cow's milk, so you should avoid all of these products while on a keto diet. Coconut milk. 100 ml of coconut milk contains 6 grams of carbohydrates, so it's not an ideal choice for the keto diet.

Can dairy stop weight loss on keto? ›

There are many great keto-friendly dairy options, such as cheese, whole-milk Greek yogurt, cream, and butter. Although you can probably include dairy on a low carb or keto lifestyle, you may want to consider limiting it to break a weight-loss stall or to improve acne or digestive issues.

What is the most keto-friendly milk? ›

Unsweetened almond milk, coconut milk, macadamia nut milk, flax milk, soy milk, cashew milk, and pea milk along with half-and-half and heavy cream are all keto-friendly milk options.

What cheese to eat on keto? ›

Some cheeses suit the keto diet better than others. This mainly comes down to their carb and fat content and level of processing. The best keto cheeses include cheddar, Gouda, goat cheese, and blue cheese, while the worst are cottage cheese and low fat and processed varieties.

What is a keto substitute for cheese? ›

Swiss. Swiss cheese is known as Emmental cheese in Europe because it was first created in Switzerland's Emmental Region. This recognizable cheese offers little to no carbs and high protein. There are more than 450 varieties of Swiss cheese, but the top-produced variety is Gruyère— another keto friendly cheese.

What are the worst carbs to eat after 50? ›

Cookies, candies, cakes, ice cream, and packaged sweet bakery items qualify as processed desserts. They share common traits like added sugars, refined flour, and unhealthy fats that make them problematic for health after 50. The added sugars and refined carbs in sweets and desserts cause rapid blood sugar spikes.

How much weight can I lose in 50 days on keto? ›

Individuals on a keto diet can lose an average of 10-12 pounds in their first month if they stay consistent with the diet and maintain a calorie deficit. However, weight loss can vary depending on starting weight, age, and activity level.

What is the 30 30 30 rule for weight loss? ›

The 30-30-30 rule involves eating 30 grams of protein within 30 minutes of waking up, followed by 30 minutes of low-intensity, steady state cardiovascular exercise. Beyond these steps, the 30-30-30 method doesn't require any changes to other meals or behaviors, restrictions or counting calories.

What is the most filling food on keto? ›

13 of the best keto foods that keep you full
  • Mushrooms are a very filling vegetable. ...
  • Sauerkraut is rich in filling fiber. ...
  • Coconut yogurt can promote satiation. ...
  • Green pesto has an amazing fiber content. ...
  • Sardines are incredibly healthy. ...
  • Add eggs to your diet . ...
  • Make sure you are consuming full-fat dairy.
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What fruit can I eat on keto? ›

Keto fruits by definition are low in carbohydrates. You still need to exercise portion control with most keto-friendly fruits to be within the limits of a keto diet. Keto-friendly fruits include avocados, watermelon, strawberries, lemons, tomatoes, raspberries, peaches, cantaloupe, star fruit, and blackberries.

Can you do keto without dairy and eggs? ›

A common misunderstanding regarding low carb and keto is that you can only eat meat, eggs, and dairy. This is certainly one way of doing it and it works fine for some people, but it's not the only way to enjoy a low carb lifestyle.

Does keto mean gluten and dairy-free? ›

A keto diet, in particular, is usually gluten-free because foods containing gluten have too many carbs to fit within the diet. However, you may find that some low carb and keto foods contain a small amount of gluten, especially jerky, sausages, soups and broths.

Can you do keto without meat and dairy? ›

The good news is, yes, a vegan ketogenic diet is possible, it's just more difficult. Without the help from dairy and eggs, getting enough protein and vitamins and minerals will pose a challenge. You might consider adding an organic nutritional supplement to your daily routine to compensate for this.

Does too much dairy kick you out of ketosis? ›

As long as the particular dairy product is low enough in carbs to fit within your daily carb limit, you can have it on keto. For most people, this limit will be around 35 grams of total carbs and 25 grams of net carbs per day.

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