25 Tasty Low Carb Side Dishes You'll Want Every Night

25 Delicious and Filling Low Carb Side Dishes

1. Breakfast Muffins

Low-carb berry breakfast muffins are packed with healthy fats and protein, and full of flavor. They're delicious, gluten and sugar-free, and only contain 4.3 grams of net carbs. Plus, they only take five minutes to prep.

2. Keto Chocolate Mousse

Keto chocolate mousse is the perfect quick and easy treat you can enjoy when craving something sweet. The mousse is made with just six ingredients, including cream cheese, heavy cream, vanilla, powdered sweetener, salt, and cocoa powder. Even better, it's all made in one bowl within 10 minutes. For a bit of fruity chocolate flavor, add some fresh strawberries or raspberries on top.

3. Mashed Parmesan Cauliflower

Mashed potatoes are a favorite side dish for many, but cauliflower mash can satisfy that craving just as well. It contains the same delicious taste as mashed potatoes but with fewer carbs. This recipe in particular uses rich Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley to add even more flavor to a comforting side dish.

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4. Cauliflower Fried Rice

This cauliflower fried rice takes a spin on the comfort classic by substituting riced cauliflower for its high-carb counterpart. The mixed vegetables and eggs are coated with the same appetizing sweet and savory sauce but contain a lighter texture due to the cauliflower rice. Whether you're lowering your carb intake or trying to eat more vegetables, this cauliflower rice is a dish worth trying.

5. Cauliflower 'Potato' Salad

This cauliflower potato salad is bursting with flavor but contains only a fraction of the carbs of a normal potato salad. With crispy bacon, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and a Dijon, mayo, and pickle sauce, this keto potato salad might become a part of your new weekly rotation.

6. Keto Risotto with Bacon

This keto risotto is so tasty and melt-in-your-mouth creamy, that you might forget that it's low-carb and dairy-free. Instead of using regular rice, the recipe opts for a heart of palm rice, which is light and fluffy, making the perfect substitution. The recipe contains crispy bacon and romanesco, giving it a delicious savory flavor to balance out its richness.

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7. Spinach Parmesan Casserole

Even if you're not the biggest spinach fan, this garlic Parmesan recipe might change your mind. This recipe combines spinach with butter, garlic, Parmesan, salt, and Italian seasoning, giving it a deliciously cheesy, garlicky flavor. Plus it only takes 25 minutes to make and contains seven grams of carbs per serving.

8. Summer Squash Mushroom Casserole

If you're hosting a summer potluck or picnic, you'll want to bring this summer squash and mushroom casserole. This recipe combines squash, zucchini, and mushrooms with cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and cheddar cheese. This creamy, cheesy casserole is then topped with a crunchy, buttery cracker topping.

9. Lemon Pepper Mushrooms

This easy, 20-minute mushroom recipe makes a great side to chicken or pork. To make it, all you need is mushrooms, butter, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Once sauteed, transfer to a serving dish and top with fresh chives.

10. Buffalo Cauliflower

Looking for the perfect pairing for your next wing night? Try this Buffalo cauliflower recipe. It's just as satisfying as wings but contains half the fat and calories. This recipe is also gluten-free, containing only cauliflower, butter, lemon juice, oil, salt, and hot sauce. After roasting the cauliflower, serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

11. Grilled Chopped Vegetable Salad

Instead of opting for a classic veggie salad this summer, put your grill to good use and create this grilled vegetable salad. This salad contains a variety of charred vegetables, including carrots, green beans, zucchini, squash, mushrooms, and radicchio. After grilling, toss in cut-up bibb lettuce, and a refreshing shallot, lemon juice, and olive oil dressing. Serve this warm with burgers or seafood.

12. Grilled Broccoli

Take a step away from boring boiled broccoli and try this show-stopping grilled method that only takes 20 minutes to make. The broccoli is marinated in lemon juice and olive oil and then charred on the grill, giving it a tangy and smoky flavor. Top it off with grated Parmesan and red pepper flakes for a satisfying side to low-carb pasta or a protein of your choice.

13. Tarragon Asparagus Salad

Once you try this recipe, you might not be able to go back to eating normal asparagus again. In this recipe, asparagus is drizzled with light lemon vinaigrette dressing and a touch of fresh tarragon, giving it a tangy, yet bittersweet flavor.

14. Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Cauliflower

Brussels sprouts taste a whole lot better when you add chopped-up bacon and cauliflower. The veggies in this recipe are also coated in a butter and garlic sauce and topped with Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.

15. Oi-Muchim

Oi-muchim adds a Korean flare to pickled cucumbers, with fish sauce, sesame oil, and gochugaru. It's a spicy, yet light and refreshing dish, making a great side to pair with rice dishes or cauliflower rice for a fully low-carb meal.

16. Avocado Soup

Gazpacho meets guacamole to create this creamy and refreshing avocado soup. This recipe uses a vegetarian stock. You can also swap out the cream for coconut milk to make the recipe vegan. Serve the soup chilled with tortilla chips and fresh cilantro.

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17. Marinated Olives

Marinated olives are a simple side dish that adds some zest to any entree. The recipe calls for three different types of olives: stuffed pimiento, kalamata, and ripe, although you can substitute any you want. The olives are marinated in a mixture of oil, lemon juice, rosemary, and garlic, giving them a tangy, refreshing flavor.

18. Mini Cheese Balls

These mini cheese balls are the perfect kid-friendly side dish that's full of cheesy, salty flavors. You'll combine cream cheese with cheddar cheese, pickles, green onions, mayo, and Worcestershire sauce. After rolling the mixture into balls, enjoy it with gluten-free or keto-friendly crackers or an assortment of vegetables.

19. Keto Biscuits

If you're a fan of Red Lobster biscuits, you might fall in love with this gluten-free, low-carb version. These biscuits use almond flour instead of regular flour, cottage cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese, and come with a delicious butter glaze.

20. Guacamole

Fajita night isn't complete without a side of guacamole. This authentic guacamole is full of flavor, using fresh herbs and spices. All you need is avocados, onion, tomatoes, cilantro, jalapeno, limes, garlic, and salt. It's easy and tasty, pairing great with grilled meats and fresh vegetables.

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21. Stuffed Mini Peppers

These mini-stuffed peppers contain a delicious filling that will make your mouth water. These bright, bite-sized peppers are stuffed with cream cheese, broccoli, and chives, creating a creamy and savory bite. You can also add a protein to these peppers like bacon or shredded chicken, or add hot sauce for extra heat.

22. Tex-Mex Summer Squash Casserole

This Tex-Mex dish combines mild yellow squash with bold, flavor-packed chilis, jalapenos, and red onion. It creates delicious heat that you can pair with grilled meats such as chicken or carnitas.

23. Grilled Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

Looking to spice up your next surf-and-turf night? These grilled shrimp lettuce wraps might be just what you need. These lettuce wraps are packed with protein, low carb, and are packed with flavor that pairs beautifully with steak. These light, mild lettuce wraps come together with a refreshingly spicy serrano-mint homemade sauce.

24. Steamed Bok Choy

This bok choy recipe comes together through simple ingredients, yet is packed with bold, unique favors. To create this dish, all you need is bok choy, chives, soy sauce, lime juice, sugar, and sesame oil. Or, if you follow a gluten-free diet, you can substitute coconut amino acids for the soy sauce. Pair this dish with fried rice or a simple protein like chicken or seafood.

25. Cherry Tomato Mozzarella Saute

Tomatoes and fresh mozzarella are a quick side dish that pairs well with almost any entree – from fish to omelets or pasta, you name it. To make it, you'll need shallots, garlic, thyme, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, salt, and pepper. It only takes 25 minutes to prepare and cook and is made using only one pan for easy cleanup.

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