There are plenty of keto friendly meals that are simple and fun to make! Keep reading to learn more about the keto diet and some fun recipes you can try.
What is the keto diet?
By now, you’ve probably heard of the keto diet and its popularity among a ton of fitness-minded people. This diet, known formally as the ketogenic diet, revolves around a daily intake of high fats, a moderate amount of proteins, and low carbs. The goal of the keto diet is to jumpstart a process known as ketosis, which tricks your body into burning fats instead of carbohydrates.
The diet is one of the most difficult to maintain but typically yields some of the fastest results. For this reason, the keto diet is extremely popular.
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How can college students maintain a keto diet?
Maintaining any kind of diet on a college student’s budget can be difficult, but not impossible. Finding keto friendly meals is no exception. The keto grocery list is only as complex as you make it and if you’re a meat lover, you won’t have a problem finding delicious culinary creations to enjoy. A great tip is to meal prep and eat in to save money. Bills from eating out constantly pile up and dining hall plans can be expensive. But, don’t be discouraged. There are plenty of ways to go keto without going broke. Here are some easy and fun recipes to create on a budget:
Keto Chicken Enchilada Bowl
You will need:
- 1 Roma tomato
- Sour cream
- Pickled Jalapenos
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 Avocado
- A four-ounce can of Green Chiles
- 1 Onion
- Water
- Red Enchilada Sauce
- Coconut Oil
- Chicken Thighs
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Keto Western Omelet
You will need:
- 6 eggs
- Sour Cream
- Salt and Pepper
- Butter
- Shredded Cheese
- Onion
- Green Bell Pepper
- Diced Ham
Italian Prosciutto Dish
You will need:
- Fresh mozzarella cheese
- Sliced prosciutto
- Two tomatoes
- Olive Oil
- Ten green olives
- Salt and Pepper
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Stuffed Avocados
You will need:
- A pound of ground beef
- 1 tbsp Chili Powder
- Tomato Sauce
- Three Avocados
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Shredded Lettuce
- 1/2 tbsp Salt
- 3/4 tsp Cumin
- 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano
- 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/4 tsp Onion Powder
Step One: Cook the ground beef in a saucepan over medium heat until it’s browned.
Step Two: Drain the grease from the saucepan and add all the seasonings and four ounces of tomato sauce. Stir and allow this to cook for three to four minutes.
Step Three: Slice the avocados into halves and remove the pits. Fill the crater with taco meat.
Step Four: Stuff the avocado with cheese, tomatoes, and shredded lettuce.
Enjoy these simple, fun keto-friendly recipes.