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Some of us have major difficulties processing carbs. Whether it's an uncomfortable gluten intolerance or full blown Celiac disease, it's reported that 18 million Americans have gluten sensitivity.
As you can imagine, millions of people are hungry for a low carb meal plan that will help them stay healthy without irritating their guts.
While we're not AT ALL about a low carb fad that restricts your eating habits, we ARE all about supporting everyone on their own personal journeys toward a happy and healthy life.
For many, this includes a low carb lifestyle.
And for vegans and those who follow a vegetarian diet, it is super easy to go keto. This involves an increase in healthy fats and lots more fruits and vegetables, which is ideal for optimal health anyway.
A Word About Keto "Diets"
One interesting tidbit about it is that the keto diet was first developed as a way to control epilepsy in children before it became a diet fad this past decade.
The main thrust of a keto diet is to limit the number of carbs and increase the amount of fat a person eats in a day. The body goes into a ketosis state, where it will start burning fat since it does not have any carbs to burn.
A person is only allowed to eat 20 to 50 g net carbs a day, and part of the diet is keeping tabs on the grams of carbs eaten per day. When it comes to fat, it does not mean that any type of fat is OK, it is still better to eat foods with healthy fat like avocadoes, olive oil, or salmon.
As substitutes to carb-y foods, those that have a vegan keto meal plan turn to shirataki noodles instead of pasta, shredded cauliflower instead of rice, and mashed cauliflower instead of mashed potatoes.
The problem?
This walks a fine line between "healthy eating" and "disordered eating". And whenever you deprive your body of macronutrients, such as carbs, it's going to put stress on the body. This stress can be minimal for some and detrimental to others.
For those with an aversion to carbs, thanks to gluten intolerance or Celiac Disease, a carb-free diet full of delicious recipes is exactly what the doctor ordered (literally).
If you are still not sold on the concept, try to include any of these vegan keto recipes in your current meal plan. Even if you do not end up believing in the diet, there are still so many yummy recipes to enjoy and eat!
We asked food bloggers for their keto vegan recipes and here are their suggestions for breakfast, mains, side dishes, desserts, and snacks.
Vegan Keto Breakfast Recipes
1. Smashed Avocado
This smashed avocado recipe is fresh, creamy and super easy to make. It comes together in five minutes and it is perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
Vegan, keto, gluten free, low carb
Ingredients:
- 2 Avocado
- 1/2 Red Onion
- 1 Tomato
- 1/2 Lime
- 1 tsp Olive Oil
- 1 pinch Sea Salt
Get the instructions here: Smashed Avocado
2. Chaffle Waffle
Any vegan keto dieter can ditch the carbs with these waffles! These Keto waffles are made without eggs, dairy and are easy to whip up in the morning.
vegan, keto
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
- 2 ½ tablespoons water
- ¼ cup low carb vegan cheese
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 1 tablespoon low carb vegan cream cheese, softened
- pinch of salt
Get the instructions here: Chaffle Waffle
3. Cherry Chia Pudding With Macerated Cherries
You will love this healthy breakfast! This 4 ingredient chia pudding is made with macerated cherries and almond milk. It is perfect for breakfast meal planning.
vegan, keto, gluten-free,
Ingredients:
- 1 cup almond milk any preferred milk can be used.
- 3 tbsp chia seed approx 35 grams chia seeds
- 1 cup cherry 20 cherries, approx 150gram
- 2 tsp monk fruit
Get the instructions here: Cherry Chia Pudding With Macerated Cherries
4. Keto Berry Smoothie
This keto berry smoothie manages to be both vegan and low in carbs. Learn the secret to making creamy smoothies, minus the dairy!
Vegan, keto, gluten-free
Ingredients:
- ¾ cup frozen avocado, chopped
- 13½ ounces light coconut milk (400 mL; from a can)
- 1 cup chopped frozen strawberries
- ¼ cup frozen blueberries
- ¼ cup frozen raspberries
- 2 pinches stevia extract
Get the instructions here: Keto Berry Smoothie
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Vegan Keto Main Dish Recipes
5. BBQ Grilled Eggplant
Thick slices of eggplant are covered in smoky spices and glazed with BBQ sauce. This is a meaty, tender vegan dish for your summertime barbecues.
vegan, keto, gluten free
Ingredients:
- 1 Medium-Sized Whole Eggplant
- 1 Cup BBQ Sauce (any kind works, plus more for serving)
- dry rub:
- 1 Tsp Smoked Paprika
- ½ Tsp Onion Powder
- ½ Tsp Garlic Powder
- ¼ to ½ Tsp Black Pepper
- ¼ to ½ Tsp Salt
Get the instructions here: BBQ Grilled Eggplant
6. Keto Cauliflower Wings
These baked keto cauliflower wings are firey, crispy & vegan. Dunk them in barbecue sauce or buffalo sauce for a game-day treat!
vegan, keto, gluten free
Ingredients:
- 6 C Cauliflower Florets
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1/2 C Almond Flour
- 3/4 C Almond Milk
- 1 tbsp Peruvian Spice Blend
- 1 tsp Sea Salt
- 1/2 C BBQ Sauce optional for dip
Get the instructions here: Keto Cauliflower Wings
7. Air Fryer Tofu
This 3-ingredient air-fryer tofu recipe makes a quick, easy side dish. Simply coat cubes of firm tofu with olive oil and cook them in the air fryer for 25 minutes until they're nice and crisp before serving with sriracha.
Vegan
Ingredients:
- 20 oz firm tofu
- 3 tbsp sriracha
- 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
Get the instructions here: Air Fryer Tofu
8. Meaty Vegan Seitan Chicken
This super chewy and tender vegan seitan chicken is high in protein, yet low in fat! It is perfect for any vegan keto meal because it is so versatile since it can be baked, grilled, or even fried!
Vegan, keto
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cup vital wheat gluten
- ⅓ cup whole-wheat flour
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ cup water
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)
Get the instructions here: Meaty Vegan Seitan Chicken
9. Zucchini and Potato casserole
This Zucchini and Potato casserole is so delicious! It's dairy-free, egg-free, nut-free, soy-free, plant-based, Paleo, Keto, and can be made gluten-free! So if you love zucchini as much as us, you'll find this easily slots into your rotation of zucchini dishes time and time again!
Dairy-free, egg-free, nut-free, soy-free, plant-based, paleo, keto
Ingredients:
- 3 medium zucchini, quartered and cut into large pieces
- 3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
- 1 medium green or red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, crushed or finely minced
- 2 shallots, diced
- 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
- crushed red pepper, to taste
- seasoned salt and pepper, to taste
- paprika, to taste
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 cup nutritional yeast (optional)
Get the instructions here: Zucchini and potato casserole
10. Vegan Tomato Soup
This soup is good for a light lunch or a side dish. It is a sliky and creamy vegan tomato soup!
vegan, gluten-free, low carb, keto, Paleo, and Whole30
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 6 tomatoes fresh and diced
- 2 cups (500 ml) vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- salt and pepper
Get the instructions here: Vegan Tomato Soup
11 Vegetarian Red Curry Stir Fry
This vegetarian red curry stir fry is a wholesome and nutritious dish that is ready in just 30 minutes. Feel free to add more starchy vegetables like squash or leafy greens like bok choy to make it more hearty. It's also paleo, vegan, and gluten free, not to mention easy to make and super flavorful!
Vegan, keto, gluten-free
Ingredients:
Sauce:
- 1-inch piece (2.5 cm) fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander
- 2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons red curry paste
- 1 cup or 235 ml full-fat coconut milk
Stir fry:
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 lb or 450 g sweet potatoes
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 medium sweet onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 5 oz or 140 g sugar snap peas
- fresh cilantro, to garnish
- cauliflower rice, to serve
Get the instructions here: Vegetarian Red Curry Stir Fry
12. Indian Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites
These cauliflower bites are marinated in Indian spices. It is absolutely delicious and easy to make in the air fryer. It is a vegan keto recipe that can be served as an appetizer or side.
Vegan, keto
Ingredients:
- 1 lb Cauliflower (florets)
- 6 cup Water
- 2 Garlic cloves (crushed)
- 1 inch Ginger (sliced)
- 1 inch Serrano pepper (sliced)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 2 tbsp Cilantro (chopped)
- Whole spices
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 Cinnamon stick (2 inches)
- 2 Cardamom (preferably large ones)
- 5 Peppercorn
- Spice powder
- ½ tsp Turmeric
- 1 tsp Coriander powder
- ¾ tsp Cumin powder
- ⅛ tsp Red chili powder
- 1 pinch Garam masala powder
Get the instructions here: Indian Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites
13. Air Fryer Vegetable Kabobs
These easy Air Fryer Vegetable Kabobs are perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner. It is easy to put together, fun to eat, and one of my favorites vegan recipes!
Vegan, keto, low-carb, gluten-free
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (75g) button mushrooms
- 1 cup (200g) grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
- 1 small zucchini cut into chunks
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 bell pepper sliced
- 1 small onion cut into chunks (or 3-4 small shallots, halved)
- Salt to taste
Get the instructions here: Air Fryer Vegetable Kabobs
Vegan Keto Side Recipes
14. Healthy Vegan Cauliflower Rice
Enjoy this low-carb vegan cauliflower fried rice loaded with vegetables and packed with good benefits like protein, antioxidants, and vitamin C. This is a vegan keto diet substitute for rice that is just as filling!
Vegan, keto, low-carb, gluten-free
Ingredients:
- 300 g or 1 medium-size head cauliflower
- 200 g green beans
- 1 carrot (medium size)
- 1 potato (medium size)
- 5 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of chili powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
Get the instructions here: Healthy Vegan Cauliflower Rice
15 Easy Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts
These Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts are the perfect side dish seasoned with a balsamic reduction and fresh garlic. Keto dieters can cook them in the air fryer cuts the time in half and it makes the brussel sprouts soft on the inside and extra crispy on the outside.
Vegan, keto
Ingredients:
- 1 pound Brussels Sprouts (ends trimmed, outer leaves removed, cut in half lengthwise)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 cloves garlic (sliced or minced)
- ⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (plus more for serving)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Get the instructions here: Easy Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts
16. Broccoli Crack
This vegan Broccoli Crack is deliciously addictive! With a healthy mix of lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and nutritional yeast, plus toasty pumpkin seeds, it packs a ton of flavor and crunch! It is another recipe for those that follow a plant based keto plan.
Vegan, keto
Ingredients:
- 2 heads Broccoli (chopped)
- ¼ cup Avocado Oil
- 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tbsp Nutritional Yeast
- 4 Cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1.5 tsp Lemon Juice (Freshly Squeezed)
- 1 tbsp Almond Flour
- ⅓ - 1 cup Pumpkin Seeds (or any other desired nut or seed)
- ½ tsp Himalayan / Sea Salt
Get the instructions here: Broccoli Crack
17. Keto Vegan Risotto
Creamy and delicious risotto perfect for a side dish or main course. It is full of healthy fat and made with just a handful of ingredients and it is ready to eat in 15 minutes.
Vegan, keto, gluten-free
Ingredients:
- 3 cups cauliflower rice
- 1/2 cup vegetable stock
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1/4 cup walnuts roughly chopped and toasted
- salt and pepper to taste
Get the instructions here: Keto Vegan Risotto
18. Easy Indian Okra Stir Fry
This simple okra stir-fry recipe needs just five ingredients. Plus, it has tips on how to prepare non-sticky or slimy okra. No more sticky okra, yay!
Vegan, keto, gluten-free
Ingredients:
- 1 lb okra
- ¼ cup mustard or olive oil
- 1 big onion, sliced
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- 2 dry red chillies
- salt, to taste
Get the instructions here: Easy Indian Okra Stir Fry
19. Mom's Authentic Papaya Salad
This authentic Thai papaya salad has lots of papaya and other delicious veggies with lemon, vegan fish sauce, and garlic dressing. It is perfect when served with grilled tofu and hot Jasmine rice.
Vegan, keto
Ingredients:
- 3 Cups papaya
- 1 Cup eggplant
- 1 Cup Thai eggplant
- 1 Cup shredded carrots
- 1 Cup buttercup squash
- 1 Cup green beans
- 12 cherry tomatoes
- 7 Cloves garlic
- 3 Thai chilis
- ¾ Cup vegan fish sauce
- 1 Lemon
- 1 Teaspoon MSG (monosodium glutamate)
Get the instructions here: Mom’s Authentic Papaya Salad
20. Tuscan Kale with Garlic and Lemon
Tangy and garlic-y, this kale recipe is made with leafy greens. It is our family's Fall favorite and even appeals to fussy eaters.
Vegan, gluten-free, keto
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic crushed and chopped
- 400 g cavolo nero (Tuscan kale 14oz) rinsed, dried, and chopped thinly
- ¼ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- ⅓ cup water
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Get the instructions here: Tuscan Kale with Garlic and Lemon
Vegan Keto Dessert Recipes
21. Chocolate Peanut Butter Nice Cream
No bananas or ice cream? No problem! This five-ingredient nice cream will be your new go-to!
Vegan, keto, gluten-free
Ingredients:
- 1 13.5-oz can Coconut milk (full-fat)
- 1/2 cup Peanut butter (creamy, no sugar added)
- 1/3 cup Coconut oil (measured solid, then melted)
- 1/4 cup Cocoa powder1/2 cup Besti Powdered Allulose (or any powdered sweetener*)
- 1 pinch Sea salt (optional - to taste)
- Keto Sweeteners
Get the instructions here: Chocolate Peanut Butter Nice Cream
22. Salted Chocolate Fudge
This chocolate fudge is made with cashew butter and it is incredibly indulgent! This will curb any chocolate craving you may have and it only needs eight ingredients!
Vegan, keto, gluten-free
Ingredients:
- 1 tbs coconut oil measured solid
- 1/4 cup cashew butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1.5 tbs pure maple syrup
- 1.5 tbs cacao powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract optional
- 2 tsp cacao butter
Get the instructions here: Salted Chocolate Fudge
23. Chocolate Walnut Fudge
This creamy chocolate fudge is loaded with healthy fats and it is very low in sugar. It is 100% vegan and and delicious way to have some chocolate.
Vegan, keto
Ingredients:
Main Layer
- 300 g walnuts
- 5-6 tbsp extra virgin coconut oil (at room temperature)
- 5 tsp coconut sugar
- 3-4 leaves fresh mint1/5 skin orange (must be organic, grated)
- 75 g dark chocolate (85% cacao, melted)
- 1 tsp raw cacao powder
- 1-2 tbsp cranberries
Top Layer
- 100 g dark chocolate (85% cacao)
- 1 handful cranberries + blackberries (other berries are fine as well)
Get the instructions here: Chocolate Walnut Fudge
24. Pumpkin Spice Mousse
This Pumpkin Spice Mousse will be your new Fall favorite. Enjoy it solo, or pour some butterscotch sauce over it or a sprinkle of crunchy granola.
Vegan, keto
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup Pumpkin puree
- 1 cup Soaked cashews, drained
- 1 tsp Pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp Vanilla
- 2 TBSP Cashew or almond butter
- 1/2+ cup Vegan milk of choice
- 1 scoop Maca optional
Get the instructions here: Pumpkin Spice Mousse
25. Keto Lemon Cookies
These keto lemon cookies are a sweet, puckery treat that is perfect for lemon lovers!
Vegan, keto, gluten-free
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (56 grams) refined coconut oil, melted (or butter for non-vegan/dairy-free)
- 3 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon (43 grams) xylitol, erythritol, stevia blend listed below or Gentle Sweet
- 4 teaspoons water
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon extract
- 1 1/3 cups (133 grams) almond flour
- 2 tablespoons (17 grams) coconut flour, sifted if lumpy
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- For the icing:
- 1/4 cup (63 grams) coconut butter (NOT coconut oil!), softened but not melted
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon (17 grams) xylitol, erythritol, stevia blend listed below or Gentle Sweet
- 1 tablespoon (14 grams) refined coconut oil, softened but not melted (or butter for non-vegan/dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon lemon juice1 teaspoon (or more) lemon zest
- 1/8 - 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract (the amount will depend on your brand of extract and how lemony you want them)pinch of salt
Get the instructions here: Keto Lemon Cookies
26. Sugar-Free Brownie Bites
These no-bake, keto brownie bites are also for those who love peanut butter. It is a flavorful treat that that will make you life sweeter.
Keto, gluten-free
Ingredients:
- ½ cup (45g) almond flour
- ⅓ cup (40g) coconut flour
- ⅔ cup (150g) almond butter, unsweetened
- 3 tablespoon 100% cocoa powder, unsweetened
- 5 tablespoon confectioners sweetener of your choice, I use Sukrin
- Shredded coconut for coating
Get the instructions here: Sugar-Free Brownie Bites
Vegan Keto Snacks
27. Easy Maple Coconut Chips
These easy maple coconut chips are crunchy, addictive, and make for the perfect snack. Plus, they're also gluten-free and vegan!
Vegan, keto
Ingredients:
- 4 cups large unsweetened coconut flakes
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Get the instructions here: Easy Maple Coconut Chips
28. Best Keto Peanut Butter Cups
Calling all Reese's fans! These peanut butter cups are no-bake and perfect for a low-carb or keto diet.
These easy no-bake peanut butter cups are the perfect sweet treat for those Reese's fans that are on a vegan keto meal plan or low carb diet. These vegan fat bombs are the sweetest way to meet your keto macros.
Vegan, keto, gluten-free
Ingredients:
Chocolate Layers
- 6 tbsp coconut oil melted
- 1 & 1/2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp powdered monk fruit sweetener
Peanut Butter Layer
- 1/2 C coconut oil melted
- 1/2 C natural creamy peanut butter
- 4 tbsp PBFit powdered peanut butter
- 1 tsp powdered monk fruit sweetener
- pinch sea salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
Get the instructions here: Best Keto Peanut Butter Cups
29. Keto Seeds Crackers
These keto seed crackers get the crunch from a mix of seeds like flax seeds, sunflower seeds, and sesame seeds. If you're looking for vegan keto snacks these seed crackers are just what the doctor ordered!
Vegan, keto, low-carb, gluten-free
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup golden flax seeds - ground
- 1/3 cup sunflower seeds - raw, unsalted, ground
- 1/3 cup coconut cream
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds - raw, ground
- 1/4 cup tiger nut flour - or almond flour
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar - or lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried onion - powder or flakes
- 1.5 tsp psyllium husk
- 1/3 tsp sea salt
- 1 tbsp date sugar, maple sugar - (optional) or any keto approved sweetener
Get the instructions here: Keto Seeds Crackers
30. Keto Trail Mix
This Keto Trail Mix is the perfect snack! It takes only minutes to throw together and is super easy to make.
Vegan, keto
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup pecans
- ¼ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- ¼ cup walnuts
- ¼ cup chocolate chips, see note
- ¼ cup macadamia nuts
Get the instructions here: Keto Trail Mix
31. 3-Ingredient Keto Peanut Butter Balls
Make your very own 3-ingredient peanut butter balls! They can be part of you're keto vegan diet, they are easy to make and nutritious.
Vegan, keto, gluten-free
Ingredients:
- 1 cup natural, unsalted, unsweetened creamy peanut butter
- 1/3 cup sugar-free maple syrup
- ½ cup coconut flour
Get the instructions here: 3-Ingredient Keto Peanut Butter Balls
32. Vegan Almond Flour Shortbread
This easy almond flour cookie recipe only needs three ingredients! It is a vegan shortbread that fits in a vegan ketogenic diet, plus it is healthy, oil-free, deliciously crispy, and buttery.
Keto, gluten-free
Ingredients:
- 2 cups (200g) blanched almond meal/almond flour
- ¼ cup (85g) maple syrup
- 3 tbsp (50g) coconut butter, melted and slightly cooled OR coconut oil
Get the instructions here: Vegan Almond Flour Shortbread
33. Air Fryer Mushroom Jerky
Air fryer mushroom jerky is a treat that nearly everyone on a vegan diet can enjoy. Whip up a batch to take along the next time you travel!
Vegan, keto
Ingredients:
- 6 ounces small, fresh oyster mushrooms (170 grams; store-bought or try growing your own if you are patient)
- ½ tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1½ tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon liquid smoke
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder⅛ teaspoon black pepper⅛-¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional; skip if you don't want heat)cooking oil spray
Get the instructions here: Air Fryer Mushroom Jerky
Will you try a vegan keto recipe?
A small change to a diet can make all the difference! As they say, take baby steps!
A vegan keto diet is easy to follow and there has to be a vegan keto recipe from our list that caught your interest!
Sometimes all it takes is looking at something from a different angle, think cauliflower steaks doused in a rich gravy, hemp hearts as a healthy topping for ice cream, or tahini for a sesame flavor in a salad dressing.
Just give it a try and you might find a new favorite!
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