If you’re a vegetarian/vegan on the Keto diet, it can be a little difficult to find foods to eat. This shopping guide will assist you with all the basic foods that you need to create healthy, hearty, and delicious recipes.

Nuts & Seeds

Eating nuts is an important and vital part of your diet. Did you know that eating nuts is healthy for you heart? Nuts contains antioxidants, help with the process of losing weight, reduce inflammation and cholesterol, and help you get your daily fiber intake.

• Hemp seeds
• Pumpkin seeds
• Sunflower seeds
• Chia seeds
• Walnuts
• Almonds
• Brazil Nuts
• Pecans
• Hazelnuts
• Peanuts
• Pine nuts
• Cashews
• Walnuts

Butters

• Walnut butter
• Coconut butter
• Pecan butter
• Sunflower seed butter
• Hazelnut butter
• Peanut butter

In moderation, butter contains healthy saturated fats, it can actually lower obesity, and it tastes great on everything. You can’t beat that logic.

Oils

Oils contain many anti-inflammatory properties, help lower the risk of obtaining heart disease, and add a lot of flavor to any dish.

• Hazelnut oil
• Walnut oil
• Coconut oil
• Macadamia nut oil
• Olive oil
• Almond oil
• Flaxseed oil

Low Carb Veggies

All of these vegetables are low in calories and no vegetables contain cholesterol. They also contain many nutrients such as potassium which help you control your blood pressure. Veggies help you look and feel good, so get to chomping.

• Beets
• Bell peppers
• Onion
• Bok choy
• Rhubarb
• Lettuce
• Kale
• Garlic
• Lettuce
• Asparagus
• Celery
• Cauliflower
• Artichoke
• Collard greens
• Okra
• Radishes
• Zuchinni
• Eggplant
• Swiss chard
• Carrots

Low Carb Fruit

These fruits are actually lower in carbs and good for you in moderation. Lemons, tomatoes, and  limes contain vitamin C, blueberries are a good source of vitamin K, and coconuts prevent tooth decay.

• Lemon
• Tomato
• Lime
• Coconut
• Blueberries
• Olives

Sauces

Sauces can make a great staple for any meal. Soy and red pepper sauce are a perfect addition to Asian cuisine while tomato and salsa make a great side for Mexican cuisine.

• Vinegar
• Salsa (any kind)
• Hot Sauce
• Mustard
• Red pepper sauce
• Soy sauce
• Tomato sauce

Low Carb Refrigerator Isle Foods

Tofu, tempeh, and seitan make a great substitute for any meat. Dairy free yogurt and cheese are also great replacements for diary products.

• Tofu
• Tempeh
• Seitan
• Dairy free cheese
• Dairy free yogurt

Pantry Foods

These pantry foods are delicious and a necessity for any household. Shirataki mushrooms can replace any pasta dish, jackfruit can be used for a BBQ dish, and nutritional yeast can be used in literally any recipe.

• Shirataki mushrooms
• Baking Soda
• Vanilla extract
• Nutritional yeast
• Edamame
• Cocoa powder
• Baking powder
• Almond flour
• Jackfruit
• Kelp noodles

You’ll love all of these products. Maybe you learned something new that will inspire you to go out and cook a new recipe with these amazing products?

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