Sticking to a strict diet like the ketogenic diet isn’t always easy—that’s where we come in. Save time and make sure you are only buying foods that support your keto lifestyle with this keto-friendly shopping list.
Proper Keto Foods
Fats/Oils
With a low-carb intake on the keto diet, these are essential to have in your cabinets. Plus, they also support your overall keto goals.
- MCT oil
- Coconut oil
- Avocado oil
- Clarified butter
- Lard
Meat
Any meat and all meat is on the menu when eating keto. Meat is a great way to get protein and a variety of vitamins and minerals, including iron, zinc and magnesium.
- Beef
- Chicken
- Turkey
- Lamb
- Bacon
- Pork
Seafood
A lot of seafood is stocked full of Omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins, which are necessary for cardiovascular, eye, joint, skin and brain health.
- Salmon
- Cod
- Sea bass
- Shrimp
- Mussels
- Crab
Eggs
Make sure you eat the yolks for a source of protein and fat!
Vegetables
Eat these vegetables to check off your vitamin and mineral intake. Some of these vegetables will be a good opportunity to eat healthy fats, like avocado. Be sure to eat these within the ketogenic diet’s carbohydrate guidelines.
- Avocado
- Spinach
- Zucchini
- Asparagus
- Broccoli
- Peppers
Fruits
Having fruit in the house are a great way to satisfy a sweet tooth without the processed sugars (which are not allowed on the keto diet). Buy these fruits at the store so you can snack at home, while commuting or as a snack at work. Be sure to eat these within the ketogenic diet’s carbohydrate guidelines.
- Raspberries
- Blackberries
- Strawberries
- Lemons
- Limes
Dairy
As you know, the ketogenic diet is all about lower-carb and higher-fat intake—that’s where dairy comes in. Keep your fridge full of these items and be sure to incorporate them into your meals and snacks.
- Full-fat cheese
- Yogurt
- Cottage cheese
- Sour cream
- Cream cheese
- Heavy cream
Nuts And Seeds
Healthy fats from nuts and seeds are great for supporting a keto diet, plus they can serve as an easy on the go snack. Don’t forget to pick these up next time you are at the store!
- Almonds
- Pecans
- Cashews
- Pistachios
- Pumpkin seeds
- Sunflower seeds
Beverages
Water is always encouraged to support a healthy lifestyle, but while you are on the keto diet you can mix things up and hydrate with more than just water.
- Almond milk
- Coconut milk
- Cashew milk
- Club soda
- Coffee or tea (with heavy cream)
- Chicken/beef stock
Cooking/Baking Extras
Keto diet cooking and baking doesn’t mean your meals and treats need to be boring and tasteless. Keep these on hand to cook your keto favorites!
- Almond flour
- Dark chocolate
- Hot sauce
- Mayonnaise
- Mustard
- Stevia
Download the Keto Friendly shopping list here.
