Quick answer: Good keto snacks are low in carbs and rich in healthy fats and protein. Easy options include nuts and seeds, hard cheeses, avocado, hard-boiled or deviled eggs, vegetables with dip, olives, meat snacks without added sugar, pork rinds, kale or coconut chips, cucumber roll-ups and tuna lettuce wraps.
Grab-and-go snacks
- Nuts and seeds: almonds, walnuts, macadamias, pumpkin seeds
- Hard cheeses: cheddar, gouda, parmesan
- Avocado with salt and olive oil
- Hard-boiled eggs
- Olives
- Unsweetened coconut chips
- Pork rinds with guacamole or salsa
- Jerky or meat sticks without added sugar
Quick homemade snacks
- Vegetables (cucumber, celery, broccoli) with ranch or guacamole
- Cucumber and cream cheese roll-ups
- Deviled eggs
- Tuna salad lettuce wraps
- Kale chips baked with olive oil and salt
- Bacon-wrapped asparagus
- Zucchini fritters with almond flour
- Chocolate avocado pudding with cocoa and a keto sweetener
- A smoothie with coconut milk, spinach, avocado and protein powder
Smart snacking tips
- Watch portions of nuts and cheese; calories add up
- Read labels for hidden sugar
- Plan ahead (see common keto mistakes)
- More ideas: keto food list
Healthy aging lens
Snacks built around protein, fat and fiber keep blood sugar steady between meals.
When to see a naturopathic doctor
- You have diabetes or take insulin, sulfonylureas or SGLT2 inhibitors (risk of low blood sugar or ketoacidosis)
- You take blood pressure medication or diuretics
- You have kidney, liver, gallbladder or pancreas disease, or high cholesterol
- You are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a history of disordered eating
- You want a keto plan tailored to your labs and goals
See a medical provider promptly for nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain, confusion, fruity-smelling breath with rapid breathing, or very high blood sugar or ketone readings, which can signal ketoacidosis.
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Frequently asked questions
What are good keto snacks?
Nuts, cheese, eggs, avocado, olives and vegetables with dip.
Are nuts keto?
Most are, in sensible portions.
Can I buy keto snacks at the store?
Yes, but check labels for hidden sugar.
Should I snack on keto?
Only if you’re hungry; many people need fewer snacks.
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This article is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. It does not replace an individual evaluation. Talk with your healthcare provider before starting supplements or changing medications, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or managing a health condition.
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