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Starting a keto diet can feel overwhelming, but with the right ingredients, you’ll set yourself up for success. Below is a beginner-friendly keto grocery list to help you stay on track with low-carb, high-fat foods.
🥩 Proteins (Grass-Fed, Organic, or Wild-Caught Preferred)
- Beef (steak, ground beef, roasts)
- Chicken (thighs, breasts, wings)
- Pork (chops, tenderloin, bacon)
- Fatty Fish (salmon, sardines, mackerel)
- Eggs (pasture-raised preferred)
- Deli Meats (sugar-free, low-carb)
- Shellfish (shrimp, crab, lobster)
🥑 Healthy Fats & Oils
- Avocados
- Olive Oil (extra virgin)
- Coconut Oil
- Butter (grass-fed)
- Ghee
- MCT Oil
- Mayonnaise (sugar-free)
- Nuts & Seeds (almonds, walnuts, chia seeds, flaxseeds)
🥦 Low-Carb Vegetables
- Leafy Greens (spinach, kale, arugula)
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Zucchini
- Bell Peppers
- Asparagus
- Brussels Sprouts
- Mushrooms
🧀 Dairy & Dairy Alternatives
- Cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, cream cheese)
- Heavy Cream
- Sour Cream
- Unsweetened Almond Milk
- Coconut Milk (full-fat)
- Greek Yogurt (unsweetened, full-fat)
🍓 Low-Sugar Fruits (In Moderation)
- Berries (strawberries, raspberries, blackberries)
- Lemons & Limes
🌿 Herbs, Spices & Condiments
- Salt (Himalayan or sea salt)
- Pepper
- Garlic & Onion Powder
- Cumin, Paprika, Turmeric
- Mustard (sugar-free)
- Hot Sauce (check for hidden sugars)
- Soy Sauce or Coconut Aminos
🍫 Keto-Friendly Snacks & Sweets
- Dark Chocolate (85% cocoa or higher)
- Keto Fat Bombs
- Pork Rinds
- Nut Butters (no added sugar)
- Olives
- Pickles (no sugar added)
