8 Keto Friendly Snacks We Can't Get Enough Of
Ketogenic diets are growing in popularity, especially in the world of biohacking. The goal of this style of eating is to move away from burning carbohydrates as fuel and get into ketosis. Simply put, when the body doesn’t have enough glucose available for our cells to burn for energy, it switches to burn fat – or ketones – instead. As you can imagine, keto diets severely restrict carbohydrates, and instead, focus on a moderately low protein and high fat way of eating. Keto diets are famously low in fibre, certain vitamins, and core minerals, so for us, they’re a no go as a long-term diet. But, there are some principles of the diet that are universally healthy (like the focus on whole foods instead of UPF), and because keto diets are inherently low in added sugar and refined grains, there are some keto-friendly snacks we can’t get enough of.
Whether you’re looking for office snack inspiration, on the go, or just looking for some lower carb snacks, here are 8 keto friendly snacks we love.
Flax crackers with hummus.
Flax crackers couldn’t be easier and are usually made from just 4 ingredients; flaxmeal, water, olive oil, and sea salt. With less than 0.5 net carbs per serving, alongside a healthy dose of fibre, they’re the perfect carrier for your dip of choice.
Raw pickles.
Pickles are the dream snack; they provide a source of fibre and friendly bacteria from the fermentation process, so a great choice for your gut. When looking for pickles, you want to go for varieties that are unpasteurized and just fermented with salt and water, so avoid ones with sugar, chemicals, and colourings.
Olives.
Rich in Vitamin E, antioxidants, fibre and healthy fats, olives are a great and quite satiating snack. If you’re watching your salt, be mindful of how often you’re having them; olives can pack in up to 0.6g per 6 pieces.
Crudité with homemade guacamole.
Easy, fast, and full of fibre, this snack is a go to when you’re feeling hummus-ed out. If you’re never made guacamole before, it couldn’t be easier; simply smash an avocao with some fresh lime juice, salt, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. We love it combined with carrots, red pepper, endive, and radishes.
Fat fudge.
Fat bombs are well known snacks in keto and paleo worlds, and are pretty much exactly what they sound like. Here’s our Founder’s go to recipe for a dark chocolate fat bomb, full of polyphenols from the raw cacao, and loaded with energy - Rhian's Tahini- Cacao Fat Bombs . Heads up - fat bombs need to be kept in the freezer and don't travel well, so reserve this for a WFH day or after dinner sweet craving.
Celery sticks with almond butter.
Otherwise known as ants on a log.... minus the ants. This classic snack still tops the chart for ease, speed, and health. We like almond butter instead of peanut butter, but it goes with just about anything. PSA – celery is on the Environmental Working Groups Dirty Dozen list, so is one of the vegetables that we always buy organic.
Coconut flakes with mixed nuts and seeds.
Natural coconut flakes are available widely, but if you can’t find them, unsweetened, desiccated coconut does the trick. Naturally sweet, adding coconut is a great way to make your nut mix a little more fulfilling without resorting to raisins.
Chia seed pudding.
This one takes a little more forward planning but is a great one to prep on the weekend in individual containers for a grab and go snack throughout the week. If you have IBS, be mindful of your serving size; whilst the fibre content of chia is great, increasing fibre too quickly content can sometimes exacerbate IBS, so good to go slowly if you’re not used to eating chia. This recipe makes about 3 servings: add 6 tbsp of chia to 1.5 cups of unsweetened plant milk (almond, soy, or cashew) and whisk well until combined. Add 1.5 tsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp vanilla extract, and a squeeze of lemon OR ½ tsp cinnamon. Top with raspberries to serve or alternatively, mix through for flavour. Make the night before; lasts up to 5 days in the fridge.
And, if you're looking for something to tide you over on the days you prefer not to snack, we love Cellular Hydration, our a keto-friendly electrolyte blend. Low carb diets are naturally low in Magnesium and Potassium, making this a great addition to any low carb, keto, or paleo regime.
Disclaimer: The information presented in this article is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, prevent, or treat any medical or psychological conditions. The information is not intended as medical advice, nor should it replace the advice from a doctor or qualified healthcare professional. Please do not stop, adjust, or modify your dose of any prescribed medications without the direct supervision of your healthcare practitioner.
