6 Amazing Keto Recipes That Truly Achieve Health, Happiness, and Body Confidence

At Healthful Pursuit, we help people create the life they deserve by providing daily actions that lead to measurable results. Founded by Leanne Vogel, Healthful Pursuit is the go-to resource for those seeking well-being, happiness, and body confidence through a high-fat, low-carb keto diet.

Leanne believes that anyone can replace their struggles and limitations with joy and success. Through her keto recipes, low-carb videos, keto digital podcasts, and keto programs, people gain practical insights and support from a caring community. Let’s explore some of Healthful Pursuit’s delicious keto recipes and discover the benefits of a keto-based diet.

Keto Recipes from Healthful Pursuit

1. Creamy Mushroom Noodles with Chicken

A tasty low-carb noodle dish in a dairy-free mushroom sauce. It’s free from dairy, eggs, gluten, grains, nuts, refined sugar, soy, and is keto and paleo-friendly.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons avocado or coconut oil
• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon rosemary
• 1 teaspoon finely ground sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 10 ounces sliced mushrooms
• 1 cup full-fat coconut milk or heavy cream
• 1/3 cup nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 spiral-sliced zucchinis1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions to cook Creamy Mushroom Noodles with Chicken:

Heat oil in a large frying pan on medium for 1 minute. Season chicken thighs with thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.

Add chicken, lemon juice, and garlic to the hot oil. Sauté for 8 minutes per side until cooked through. Transfer chicken to a plate.

Add additional oil to the pan and sauté mushrooms and garlic until fragrant. Add remaining ingredients, stirring until combined. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.

Add spiral-sliced zucchini, toss to coat, and return the chicken to the pan. Cook until heated. Sprinkle with parsley and serve. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.

Creamy Artichoke Dip (Dairy-Free)

A rich, dairy-free artichoke dip perfect with low-carb crackers or veggies.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon avocado oil
• 1 finely diced medium yellow onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup frozen spinach, squeezed dry (or 2 cups fresh spinach)
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/3 cup non-dairy or regular milk
• 1/3 cup nutritional yeast
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 3/4 teaspoon finely ground sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Pinch of cayenne pepper
• Pinch of black pepper
• 12 canned artichoke hearts, squeezed dry and chopped
• 1/3 cup bacon bits

Instructions to Creamy Artichoke Dip (Dairy-Free):

Preheat oven to 400°F. Heat avocado oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté for 10 minutes.

In an 8×8 inch casserole dish, combine mayonnaise, milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, onion powder, cayenne, and black pepper.

Add spinach to the frying pan and sauté until heated (if using fresh, sauté until wilted). Transfer to the casserole dish and mix in artichokes and bacon bits.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden. Let sit for 15-20 minutes before serving.

6-Ingredient Keto Biscuits

Savory, low-carb biscuits with prosciutto, perfect with butter or coconut oil.

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup mayonnaise
• 6 large eggs
• 1 cup coconut flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 12 finely chopped slices of prosciutto
• 3 finely chopped green onions (green parts only)

Instructions to Cook 6-Ingredient Keto Biscuits:

Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and eggs. In a medium bowl, combine coconut flour and baking powder. Mix wet ingredients into dry, fold in prosciutto and green onions.

Divide dough into 12 pieces, shape into balls, place on baking sheet, and press to 1-inch thickness.

Bake for 15-20 minutes until edges are golden and tops crack slightly.

Smoked Fish and Fats Plate

A simple, omega-rich low-carb lunch.

Ingredients:

• 4 hard-boiled, halved eggs
• 12 oz canned or smoked crab, tuna, or salmon
• 2 halved Hass avocados
• 2 cups spinach
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
• Pinch of finely ground sea salt
• Pinch of black pepper

Instructions to Cook Smoked Fish and Fats Plate:

Divide egg, fish, avocado, and spinach between plates.
Add a dollop of mayonnaise, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with chili flakes, salt, and pepper.

Breaded Chicken Pieces and Keto Fries

This is a crispy chicken piece coated in low-carb “breading” and served with keto-friendly french fries.  It is also dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, keto, nut-free, paleo, refined sugar-free, soy-free, and sugar-free. The preparation time of this type of recipe is 5 minutes.  It can serve up to four people.

For this type of recipe, the ingredients are:

1. 1 medium jicama (about 1 lb/455 g), peeled and cut into fry-like pieces;
2. 2 tablespoons avocado oil;
3. 1/2 teaspoon paprika;
4. Pinch of finely ground sea salt;
5. 1 1/2 cup (115 g) crushed pork rinds;
6. 2 teaspoons onion powder;
7. 3/4 teaspoon finely ground sea salt;
8. 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder;
9. 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes;
10. 2 large eggs, whisked;
11. 1 lb (455 g) chicken tenders;
12. 1/2 cup (105 g) mayonnaise or sugar-free ketchup, for serving (optional).

The instructions for this type of recipe are super easy. 

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Toss jicama with oil and paprika, bake for 40 minutes, flipping halfway.
3. Combine pork rinds, onion powder, sea salt, garlic powder, and parsley in a bowl.
4. Dip chicken in eggs, coat in pork rind mixture, and place on the second baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes.
5. Serve immediately with seasoned fries and dipping sauce if desired.

Salami Crackers and Dairy-free Chicken Dip

This recipe is a crispy no carb meat crackers alongside a dairy-free chicken dip. It is also dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, keto, nut-free, paleo, refined sugar-free, soy-free, and sugar-free. The preparation time of this type of recipe is 15 minutes.  It can serve up to six people.  The ingredients are:

1. 8 ounces (225 g) salami, cut crosswise into 24 slices, or just purchase salami already sliced;
2. 1 cup (240 ml) full-fat coconut milk;
3. 3/4 cup (140 g) shredded cooked chicken;

 1/3 cup (22 g) nutritional yeast;

1. 1 tablespoon coconut amino;
2. 1 tablespoon hot sauce;
3. 2 teaspoons onion powder;
4. 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder;
5. 1 teaspoon turmeric powder;
6. 1/2 teaspoon finely ground sea salt;
7. 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper;
8. 1/4 cup (17 g) roughly chopped fresh parsley.

Healthful Pursuit, led by Leanne Vogel, is dedicated to helping individuals achieve well-being, happiness, and body confidence through a keto diet. These recipes are free from common allergens and preservatives, focusing on healthy proteins, fats, and essential nutrients. With the right approach, you can transform your limitations into opportunities and celebrate your body.