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6 ‘Lazy Keto’ Recipes You Should Try This Week For Quick Weight Loss (They Only Take 20 Minutes!)

July 4, 2021 by Robyn Turk
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Even if you aren’t participating in the keto diet, you should keep some keto recipes on hand for your weekly meal plan. Made to be extremely low in carbs, these types of foods are a great way to ensure a healthy meal – even if you only eat keto foods every once in a while.

When you’re planning weeknight meals, the best recipes are those that don’t take too much time to prepare. So we pulled together some delicious, easy recipes that only take 20 minutes or less to make. Read on to see what we found…

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best 20 minute keto recipes

1. Garlic Chicken With Broccoli

This recipe is flavorful yet healthy, as it combines cheese, leafy grens and protein. The best part is that it is done in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

- Chicken breast

- Italian seasoning

-  Broccoli florets

- Baby spinach

Get the full recipe from Gimme Delicious.

best 20 minute keto recipes

2. Keto French Toast

Classic French toast might not be keto friendly, but this recipe uses a homemade keto bread alternative so you can get the same type of taste as the original, with way less carbs.

Ingredients

- Almond flour

- Flaxseed meal

- Egg

- Almond milk

Get the full recipe from Gnom Gnom.

best 20 minute keto recipes

3. Portobello Pizza

If you like mushroom pizza, this recipe is for you. It uses a large, portobello mushroom in place of the pizza crust, and the same types of ingredients on top.

Ingredients

- Portobello mushroom

- Marinara sauce

- Italian cheese blend

- Pepperoni slices

Get the full recipe from Healthy Recipes Blog.

best 20 minute keto recipes

4. Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Lettuce leaves are a common alternative to wraps in keto recipes, and some people even prefer them. In this recipe, the lettuce adds just the right amount of crunch.

Ingredients

- Lettuce

- Chicken

- Walnuts

- Raspberries

Get the full recipe from Brit.co.

best 20 minute keto recipes

5. Shrimp Fajitas

With only 7.5 grams of net carbs and 43 grams of protein, this recipe is an easy way to make a keto meal. It all cooks on one sheet pan, so clean up is just as fast as the prep time.

Ingredients

- Raw shrimp

- Yellow pepper

- Cilantro

- Lime

Get the full recipe from Stay Snatched.

best 20 minute keto recipes

6. Baked Avocados

Full of flavor and high in vitamins, this baked avocado recipe is great for your metabolism and low in carbs. The whole meal only takes a few minuets to prepare.

Ingredients

- Avocados

- Green chili

- Cherry tomatoes

- Eggs

Get the full recipe from Olive Magazine.

Author:

Robyn Turk is a style and beauty writer, contributing to the SheFinds team. Her work has appeared in StyleCaster, Business Insider, Refinery29, DailyMail and others.

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Person enjoying a healthy lunch at a dining table.
Sipping spearmint tea for relaxation and digestion.
Various types of bread displayed on a wooden surface.
Fresh bakery items from Costco, including cakes and pastries.
Woman holding her head, feeling overwhelmed or stressed.
Woman experiencing joint pain, indicating health issues.
Vibrant assortment of groceries from Shutterstock image.
Popular fast food options from Dunkin', Chick-fil-A, and Starbucks.
Woman adding sugar to her aromatic cup of coffee.
Assorted bagels with blueberries and butter on a wooden board.
Comparing cooking spray and olive oil for healthy cooking.
Top view of Brazilian food dish with rice, beans, and chicken.
Checking time on a watch during breakfast.
Display of deli meats and sandwiches in a grocery store.
Cooked salmon served with rice, avocado, and greens.
Inside view of a Costco store showcasing various products.
Woman taking magnesium supplement for health benefits.
Selection of S'mores brownies and baked ricotta from Aldi.
Grilled chicken breast served with fries and mixed salad.
Frozen pizza options available in a grocery store aisle.