Are you throwing a party and need some low-carb party ideas? When you think of party food, you think of chips, dips, chicken wings and so on. It can be very tempting to give guests the food you use for dinner. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of delicious low-carb holiday dishes, all in one convenient place!
The first stop is the bourbon balls. Get the party started with these easy-to-make bourbon balls that all guests will love!
For summer parties and gatherings at home, I added lavender lemon cookies, which are always a hit. I also like to fill the summer table with my bacon patties and low-carb popcorn. Of course you can then serve my dish with killer raw food!
Of course, the party wouldn’t be as fun without the alcohol! My favorite Mai Tai cocktail: Yummy!
I also have some great salads, a fake popcorn bowl and many other additions to your party table that I know you will love!
Other low-carbohydrate foods Party
Here are some other low-carb holiday dishes to fill your party table. As you can see, you can throw a party any time of year and make everything low-carb without alienating all the carb lovers.
- Pork rinds!
- Cucumbers
- Olives
- asparagus wrapped in bacon
- Crispy cooked bacon for dipping
- My favorite low-carb crackers
- Low-carb chicken wings, baked.
- Pepperoni sticks
- Cheese
- Hot Pepper
- Nuts
- Beef jerky
- Fat bombs
- homemade guacamole
- Vegetable cubes
Tips for a low carbon party
- Make sure you have plenty of low-carb drinks and sparkling water!
- Make sure you enjoy the party atmosphere, decorations, good music and good friends are always low carb!
- Keep it simple and try not to make too many dishes that require too much effort from you!
- Make sure you offer different options for all diets and lifestyles, including dairy-free, vegetarians, and keto fans! This way, no one is forgotten!
- Make the food tasty for kids too – kids love dip, pepperoni sticks, cheese sticks, crackers – all low carb!
- Don’t get too tired. Make sure you have fun too! People don’t just come to parties for the food, they come for the company (okay, and the drinks!).
What are your favorite low-carb holiday dishes? Please share!
1) Recipe for bourbon balls: Low-carb and gluten-free
Let’s get the party started with these super easy bourbon balls that are always a hit! Make one or two servings ahead of time, leave them in the fridge and take them out when the party starts!
You’ll never guess that this delicious bourbon balls recipe is low-carb! These classic holiday treats contain less than a pure carbohydrate and are so easy to make. It tastes much better on the second day, so hide them and try not to eat them once you’ve made them. You can top these keto-friendly treats with a simple chocolate frosting or roll them in a sugar-free powdered sugar substitute. This post has been updated from the November 2016 version. Last updated November 2018.
For this recipe you will need: Butter, pecans, almonds…
2) Lavender and lemon biscuit: Low-carb and gluten-free
This is my favorite cookie recipe, and if you want to make something for a big party, I highly recommend making a batch. With summer flavors of lavender and lemon, these crunchy cookies are a delight!
Lavender Lemon Cookies are a sweet and buttery delight in any low-carb snack. Delicate enough for a fancy tea party, these gorgeous cookies are easy to make and you can store the slices and dough in the freezer for always-fresh cookies. Lavender gives the lemon paste a unique citrus aroma.
For these cookies, you will need : Butter, sweetener (I used erythritol), cream cheese, egg, almond extract, almond flour, coconut flour, Meyer lemons, lavender, wax paper, heavy cookie mold.
If you’re in a hurry, click here to go straight to the recipe….
3) Chipotle eggs with bacon and chives
What would a low-carb holiday be without stuffed eggs? These are not your Aunt Nancy’s deviled eggs, these are spicy, bacon and chipotle eggs that pack a punch and are perfect for summer barbecues or family gatherings!
If you’re on a low-carb diet, it’s easy to eat eggs, unless you’re eating those Chipotle eggs with bacon. They’re different. It’s not boring. They contain almost no carbohydrates.
These stuffed eggs are glazed, spicy, salty and just plain delicious. They also work in the kitchen. A fantastic buffet. If you’re from the South, you know that deviled eggs are a staple dish at any party!
If you have trouble cooking eggs so that the yolk is in the center and the shell sticks out slightly …
4) Do you miss the popcorn too? Try this low carbon imitator.
If you miss popcorn, then you need to try this recipe. Who knows? You can even get kids to eat vegetables with this low-carb popcorn (cauliflower) recipe. It’s easy to make and a delicious snack for the party table!
I love popcorn, always have, probably always will. My body doesn’t like popcorn, or rather, it likes it too much. The carbohydrates in these products not only prevent weight loss, but also trigger an irresistible craving for food. I don’t care if it’s plain, spiced, cheesy or caramel popcorn ….. I want that thing in my stomach!
Low-carb snacks are pork rinds. They’re fine, but they don’t really bother me, especially when I don’t have to…..
5) Cheese straws: Light low-carb snack
These cheese straws are not only pretty, they are delicious and I promise the kids will love them too! These dipping straws are a great addition to the party table and are easy to prepare ahead of time and take with you when you’re ready to go!
Cheese straws are one of those southern recipes that are traditional at almost every gathering. There are hundreds of ways to make them, but this low-carb recipe has been adapted to be super quick and easy. Because this gluten-free version of the classic cheese syrup recipe contains only one carbohydrate, you can enjoy these crumbly, satiating cheese snacks anytime.
For this recipe you will need: sharp cheddar, butter, light cream, almond flour, hemp seeds, Tony Chacera Creole seasoning.
I found this recipe in a cookbook from the 1940s and decided it was perfect….
6) Recipe for ham hock: Not just an aperitif!
It’s time for your kids to help you make pork shanks that are as beautiful to look at as they are delicious to eat! Take the kids to the kitchen, roll out some colored pencils and serve them as part of your dinner party!
This easy, low-carb recipe with ham and spinach is popular as an appetizer or snack, but it also makes a great breakfast! Sliced ham is rolled with fresh cheese, garlic and pecans, then sliced into ham and cheese rings. Put them on a plate for game day, hand them out at your next party, add them to a salad, or store them in the fridge for a delicious low-carb snack.
For this recipe you will need: thinly sliced ham, cream cheese, garlic, pecans, ingredients as needed for variety.
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This recipe is so simple that I ….
7) Pecan Olive Oil Bomb
This olive and pecan is delicious on just about anything. It is also delicious on vegetables and can be used just as well on a low-carb cracker.
This very low carb Olive Pecan is rich and creamy, salty and just perfect for any occasion when you need a snack. Delicious on low-carb crackers or as a dip for your favorite vegetables! The perfect fat bomb for those cravings that just won’t go away.
For this recipe you will need: Pecans, stuffed pimento olives, onions, fresh cheese, heavy cream, Louisiana hot sauce, parsley, smoked paprika.
If you’re in a hurry, click here to go straight to the Low Carb Pecan Olive Spread.
On my other blog, Restless Chipotle, I use many of the recipes from my …
8) Cauliflower tabbouleh: Summer side of shell
What would a summer party be without salads? I love this cauliflower tabbouleh that brings out the bright Middle Eastern flavors that make summer so enjoyable. It’s easy to make and can be doubled or tripled if you’re expecting a big crowd!
If you’re looking for an easy, low-carb summer side dish that goes well with steak and other grilled meats, you’ve come to the right place! This gluten-free cauliflower tabbouleh recipe is super easy, takes almost no time, and is full of fresh flavor….. Just like the original, with one exception. There are only 6 grams of net carbs per very generous serving. How about grabbing a steak and making this simple side dish while the grill heats up?
For this recipe you will need: Cauliflower, cannabis hearts, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, peppers….
9) Low-carbohydrate spicy Thai salad with cashew nuts
If you want to impress your guests with an adventurous taste, I love making this Thai Cashew Salad with bright spices and crunchy cashews, it’s a refreshing dish for those warm summer evenings.
I’ve found that the tastier the carbs, the easier it is for me to avoid them. I really need strong flavors in my diet! This spicy, low-carb Thai salad is just what you need.
I think it’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Imagine the lecherous glances your colleagues will throw at you if you take that spicy, low-carb Thai salad for lunch.
What a great way to laugh one last time at everyone who ate pizza for you when you were still in the initiation phase.
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