As you prepare for your keto meal plan, it is vital that you create a shopping list to ensure you have what you need to prepare keto friendly meals. Here is a sample list with some suggestions where you can purchase your products from. I've included links to Amazon because if you're like me, you'd rather shop online and have it delivered. Click on the items that are unlined to take you to the Amazon and LAPD links. If not, print this handy list and head to your local grocers!
FATS (The most important part of the program)
Fats play a huge part in the ketogenic diet (they make up the majority of your calorie intake), so make sure you’re getting PLENTY of healthy fats.
Butter |
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Lard |
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Palm Shortening |
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Sesame Oil –very little |
Walnut Oil- very little |
DAIRY
Make sure there is no sugar in any of these items.
Butter (not margarine) |
Full Fat Sour Cream |
Kefir |
Full Fat Cottage Cheese |
Full Fat Yogurt |
Heavy Whipping Cream |
Full Fat Cream Cheese |
Raw Full Fat Cheeses |
FRUIT
Although Avocado is considered a fruit, it is also a good fat. It is about 2g carbs per 100g. This is recommended in moderation.
Avocado |
Cranberry |
Lime |
Blackberry |
Olive |
Raspberry |
Blueberry |
Lemon |
Strawberry |
Green leafy vegetables are best on this program. Try to avoid root vegetables which tend to be higher in carbohydrates. The lower the carbs, the better your ketosis state will be.
VEGETABLES
Arugula |
Fennel |
Romaine Lettuce |
Artichokes |
Garlic |
Scallon |
Asparagus |
Jicama |
Shallots |
Bell Peppers |
Kale |
Seaweed |
Bok Choy |
Kohlrabi |
Shallots |
Brussel Sprouts |
Leeks |
Spaghetti Squash |
Butterhead Lettuce |
Lettuces (various) |
Spinach |
Cabbage |
Mushrooms (all kinds) |
Swiss Chard |
Carrots |
Mustard Greens |
Tomatoes |
Cauliflower |
Okra |
Turnip Greens |
Chicory Greens |
Onions |
Watercress |
Chives |
Parsley |
Zucchini |
Cucumber |
Peppers (All kinds) |
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Dandelion Greens |
Pumpkin |
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Eggplant |
Radicchio |
Fermented Veggies |
Endives |
Rhubarb and Radishes |
Sauerkraut |
MEATS
All cuts of the animal are good to eat, but too much protein can hamper ketosis. Be careful about over consumption of protein.
Alligator |
Deer |
Horse |
Pork |
Snake |
Bear |
Duck |
Kangaroo |
Quail |
Turkey |
Beef |
Elk |
Lamb |
Rabbit |
Veal |
Bison |
Goat |
Moose |
Reindeer |
Wild Boar |
Chicken |
Goose |
Pheasant |
Sheep |
Wild Turkey |
CURED MEATS AND PREMADE (Check for sugar which aren’t allowed)
Sausages |
Deli Meat |
Hot Dogs |
Pepperoni |
Prosciutto |
Salami |
Bacon |
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ORGAN MEATS
Although they aren’t as popular as they were in the past, organ meats are the most nutritious of all meat. You may eat any of the following from any approved animal.
Heart |
Liver |
Kidney |
Bone Marrow |
Tongue |
Tripe |
FISH
Buy wild caught fish instead of farm raised for optimal nutrition.
Anchovies |
Herring |
Rockfish |
Turbot |
Bass |
Mackerel |
Salmon (also smoked) |
Trout |
Cod |
Mahi Mahi |
Sardines |
Shark |
Eel |
Mackerel |
Tilapia |
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Flounder |
Orange Roughy |
Tuna (and Albacore) |
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Haddock |
Perch |
Sole |
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Halibut |
Red Snapper |
Grouper |
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SHELLFISH AND OTHER SEAFOOD
Albalone |
Crab |
Oysters |
Squid |
Caviar |
Lobster |
Shrimp |
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Clams |
Mussels |
Scallops |
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DRINKS
Be careful of hidden sugars. All drinks should be sugar free and unsweetened
Almond Milk |
Coconut Milk |
Seltzer Water |
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Broth (or boullion) |
Club Soda |
Lemon/Lime Juice (very little) |
Tea |
Cashew Milk |
Bullet Proof Coffee |
Sparkling Mineral Water |
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HERBS AND SPICES
Avoid sugar or MSG in your seasonings.
Black Pepper |
Basil |
Cayenne Pepper |
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Cumin |
Cilantro |
Cloves |
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Dill |
White Pepper |
Italian Seasoning |
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Garam Masala |
Oregano |
Thyme |
Sage |
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Turmeric |
Parsley |
Nutmeg |
Ginger |
Cardamom |
NUTS AND SEEDS
Various Nut Butters |
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Cashews |
Pecans |
Walnuts |
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Pistachios |
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OTHER (INCLUDING SWEETENERS)
Fish Sauce (check ingredients) |
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Pickles |
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Vinegar |
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Eggs |
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Hot Sauce |
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Salad Dressings made with good oils |
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LEGUMES
Almost all legumes are off limits, but small amounts of green beans and green peas are ok.