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    Home » July 4th » Keto 4th of July Recipes

    Published: Jun 4, 2019 · Modified: Jun 2, 2023 by Carolyn

    Keto 4th of July Recipes

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    25 of the BEST KETO RECIPES for a healthy Fourth of July. Everything from appetizers to desserts to cocktails. It’s easy to stick to your keto diet with this helpful holiday menu plan.

    Collage of four images with keto friendly recipes for 4th of July.
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    • How to enjoy a healthy Fourth of July
    • Keto Appetizers
    • Keto Main Dishes
    • Keto Side Dishes
    • Keto Fourth of July Desserts
    • Keto Fourth of July Beverages
    • What about Canada Day?
    • Keto 4th of July Recipes

    Holidays can be the hardest for people on a keto diet, but it really doesn’t have to be that way. I’m of the mind that almost any favorite holiday food can be made keto friendly. It just takes a little ingenuity.

    And with summer holidays like 4th of July, I think it’s even easier. The focus is often on grilled foods and fresh sides, with maybe a little red, white, and blue thrown in for good measure. And as long as you stick to keto red white and blue options, like berries and cream, you’re fine.

    How to enjoy a healthy Fourth of July

    The thing about a keto diet is that it takes a bit of practice. You learn to change your mindset and no longer view family get togethers and holiday celebrations as minefields of carbs and sugar. Instead, you begin to see opportunity. Opportunity to enjoy fresh healthy foods in new ways, and maybe change people’s minds about what keto really is. And isn’t.

    So what can you eat? Load up on the burgers and the dogs (the healthy ones!), of course. Maybe some ribs, maybe grilled chicken, maybe even some shrimp skewers. Or salmon, for the Omega 3s. All healthy and satisfying.

    But don’t forget the appetizers and sides. People love to stand around and pick at finger foods before the main course. Think guacamole, slices of cucumber topped with herbed cream cheese, fresh dips and veggies for dipping.

    For the sides, salads that focus on fresh summer produce are your best bet. Caprese, cauliflower salad, broccoli salad, cucumber salad, and coleslaw are all great low carb options. You really can’t go wrong and it’s a great way to get in your veggies for the day.

    And then have some fun with dessert, showing the world how great sugar-free can taste. Think light and creamy with lots of fresh berries. And keto sheet cakes that feed a hungry crowd. Of course, you may need some popsicles on hand to cool everyone off.

    Need some beverages to wash it all down? Virgin or alcoholic, there are plenty of choices. Steer clear of the carb-heavy beers and stick with dry wines and sugar-free drinks. But don’t imbibe too much. Be safe and be smart!

    Keto Appetizers

    Sausage Cheese Dip

    A hand dipping red pepper into cheesy sausage dip.

    Creamy, cheesy, and a little bit spicy! If only my words were adequate enough to tell you just how good this is. And how, every time I bring it to a get together, people cluster around it, dipping and devouring. It’s the life of any party, keto or not!

    Easy Sausage Cheese Dip
    This easy Sausage Cheese Dip takes only 5 ingredients and 25 minutes to make! It's one of my favorite keto appetizer recipes for any get together. With only 2.5g carbs per serving, it's a must make for Game Day.
    Check out this recipe
    A hand dipping red pepper into cheesy sausage dip.

    Keto Cheese Crackers

    A stack of Keto Cheese Crackers on a white background with a jalapeno.

    What I can tell you is that these crispy, salty crackers are seriously hard to resist. They have everything you want in a savory keto snack, satisfying that primal urge for crunch. But with only 2g net carbs per serving. 

    Keto Cheese Crackers Recipe
    Make easy Keto Cheese Crackers with only 5 ingredients! Crispy, salty, and deliciously cheesy, they taste like your favorite snack crackers but with a fraction of the carbs.
    Check out this recipe
    A stack of Keto Cheese Crackers on a white background with a jalapeno.

    Cucumber Bites

    Sprinkling everything bagel seasoning onto cucumber cream cheese appetizers

    You can prep these easy cucumber appetizers ahead but don’t put them all together until you are almost ready to serve. Cucumbers are watery and the minute you put on that salty everything bagel seasoning, they are going to start releasing water.

    Everything Bagel Cucumber Bites
    It doesn't get any easier than these delicious keto cucumber appetizers! Fresh cucumber slices with cream cheese and everything bagel seasoning. The perfect low carb snack for hot summer days.
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    A platter full of everything bagel cucumber bites

    Kielbasa Bites

    Close up shot of kielbasa bites in a white oval dish over a white and black cloth.

    Do yourself a favor and make a big batch of these Keto Kielbasa Bites. Then make a big batch of my Sugar Free Honey Mustard Sauce. Because it is a spectacular combo together! 

    Keto Kielbasa Bites
    These sweet and spicy Kielbasa Bites are the perfect keto appetizer recipe. So easy to make, they're sure to be the hit of your next party. But you might want to keep them all for yourself!
    Check out this recipe
    Close up shot of kielbasa bites in a white oval dish over a white and black cloth.

    Keto Corn Dog Muffins

    A metal plate with keto corn dog muffins on it with a bowl of ketchup

    I’ve had these mini keto corn dogs on my blog since 2015. They’re a great low carb snack that appeal to kids and adults alike. And now they’re lower in carbs and even easier to make!

    Keto Corn Dog Bites
    Mini keto corn dogs! These delicious little corn dog muffins are a fun appetizer or snack. Made with coconut flour, they are completely grain free. And completely delicious too. 
    Check out this recipe
    A hand dipping a mini keto corn dog muffin into a bowl of sugar-free ketchup.

    Keto Main Dishes

    The Best Keto Ribs

    A stack of keto ribs being brushed with sauce.

    Once you make these fall-off-the-bone dry rub ribs, you won’t ever cook them any other way. They are amazing!

    Keto Dry Rub Ribs
    These low carb ribs are so tender, they practically fall off the bone. And a little sugar-free dry rub makes them out of this world!
    Check out this recipe

    Chipotle Lime Chicken

    Close up shot of chipotle lime chicken on a gray plate with lime and jalapeño in the background.

    Grilling season is here and you simply can’t beat this Chipotle Chicken recipe. It has all the Southwestern flavor you crave, with a tangy, smoky, slightly sweet sauce. And none of the added sugars or carbs!

    Chipotle Lime Chicken Recipe
    Succulent and flavorful, this Chipotle Lime Chicken makes your tastebuds sing. Whip up the sweet and spicy marinade and fire up the grill for an easy low carb dinner!
    Check out this recipe
    Close up shot of chipotle lime chicken on a gray plate with lime and jalapeño in the background.

    Mexican Shredded Beef

    Mexican shredded beef in a white bowl on a marble table top.

    Need more easy keto dinners in your life? Wait, is that even a question? I think it’s safe to say that we can all use more recipes like this Mexican Shredded Beef. 

    Mexican Shredded Beef Recipe
    This delectable Mexican Shredded Beef brings the whole family to the table with joy. With tender pulled beef in a rich, flavorful sauce, this meal is so easy to make, it practically cooks itself!
    Check out this recipe
    Mexican shredded beef in a white bowl on a marble table top.

    Chicken Fajita Kebobs

    A platter full of freshly grilled keto chicken skewers, with lime and cilantro in the background.

    These grilled chicken kebobs are the perfect summer crossover recipe. They combine the ease and deliciousness of my keto fajitas with the joy of summer grilling. And who doesn’t love eating dinner off a stick? 

    Chicken Fajita Kebobs Recipe
    Chicken Fajita Kebabs are like summer on a stick! It's a sensationally easy keto chicken recipe bursting with bold, fresh flavor. Fire up that grill and let's go.
    Check out this recipe
    A platter full of freshly grilled keto chicken skewers, with lime and cilantro in the background.

    Instant Pot Pulled Pork

    Tongs lifting some keto instant pot pulled pork above an oval dish.

    My family is absolutely bonkers for this keto pulled pork. It’s so mouthwateringly tender, with a sweet and spicy kick. And since it’s cooked in an Instant Pot, it takes only about half the time to make.

    Keto Pulled Pork
    This Keto Pulled Pork is lusciously tender and so easy to make! Pair it with sugar free BBQ sauce for extra flavor. It's dairy-free, and only 2g total carbs per serving. Oven instructions included too!
    Check out this recipe
    A keto pulled pork sandwich on low carb waffles, on a white plate over a colourful striped napkin.

    Keto Side Dishes

    Cauliflower Potato Salad

    Cauliflower Potato Salad in a green oval serving dish with sliced hard boiled egg on top.

    I brought this to a get together recently and it was a massive hit. People couldn’t believe how much it tasted like the real thing! I think I gave out the recipe to at least a dozen people. 

    Cauliflower Potato Salad Recipe
    This cauliflower potato salad recipe goes with all your grilling favorites. It's creamy, flavorful, and packed with classic potato salad ingredients. You won't miss the spuds with this perfect keto side dish. 
    Check out this recipe
    Cauliflower Potato Salad in a green oval serving dish with sliced hard boiled egg on top.

    7 Layer Salad

    A plate filled with keto seven layer salad, with the bowl in the background and some of the ingredients in behind.

    I am completely new to the concept of Seven Layer Salad, but I have to admit, I love it! It’s a fun and easy way to serve salad for a party. And one of the best parts is that you can make it ahead by up to a full day. So there’s no last minute scramble to prep food before your guests arrive.

    Keto Seven Layer Salad
    This keto friendly 7 Layer Salad recipe is packed with so many delicious flavors. It's a fabulous addition to potlucks and parties and makes a great low carb side dish.
    Check out this recipe
    Close up shot of the 7 layers in a glass bowl.

    Grilled Zucchini

    Grilled zucchini in a large black bowl with a whole zucchini, olive oil, and feta in the background.

    We make this grilled zucchini at lease once a week in the summer. Whenever we have the grill going for meat or fish, we toss some sliced zucchini on first. It becomes so perfectly tender, without being mushy. And that slightly charred flavor is utterly delectable.

    Grilled Zucchini Recipe
    Grilled zucchini is an easy and appetizing side dish that goes with all your favorite easy keto meals. It takes only a handful of fresh ingredients to bring out the best flavor for this low carb summer squash.
    Check out this recipe
    Top down image of perfectly grilled zucchini in a black bowl, topped with feta.

    Keto Sesame Noodles

    Chopsticks lifting keto shirataki noodles with sesame and green onion out of a black bowl.

    It’s such a fast and simple dish, but the flavor is outstanding. And because they can be served hot or cold, they are wonderful any time of year. They will take your keto meals from good to fabulous.

    Keto Sesame Noodles Recipe
    Keto Sesame Noodles is an easy side dish that can be served hot or cold. Tossed with a rich and flavorful sauce, these pan-fried noodles are on the table in less than 15 minutes!
    Check out this recipe
    Close up shot of a bowl full of sesame shirataki noodles with chopsticks sticking out of it.

    Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

    A wooden spoon lifting Keto Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice out of the skillet.

    This easy Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice might just be the perfect keto side dish. It’s light and fresh, has only 5 ingredients, and takes 10 minutes to make. I developed this recipe years ago after a trip to Chipotle and it was an instant family favorite.

    Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
    Looking for a truly delicious cauliflower rice recipe? Then this cilantro lime cauliflower rice is for you. This low carb side dish is a healthy copycat version of Chipotle’s Cilantro Lime Rice, but so much lighter and healthier. 
    Check out this recipe
    A wooden spoon lifting Keto Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice out of the skillet.

    Keto Fourth of July Desserts

    Keto Jello

    Sugar-Free Red White and Blue Jello Cups

    When you see just how easy it is to make sugar-free jello from scratch, you realize there’s absolutely no need to purchase the junky kind. A few simple ingredients and about 10 minutes is all it takes.

    Keto Sugar-Free Jello Cups
    Homemade sugar-free jello is far easier than you think! With no artificial sweeteners or colors, this keto jello is a fun and healthy dessert recipe.
    Check out this recipe
    Titled image for keto sugar free jello in glass jars, one blue and one red, topped with whipped cream and berries.

    Low Carb Cookie Pizza

    Keto Dessert Pizza on a cutting board with a basket of berries behind

    This cookie pizza recipe has been on my blog for almost 6 years. It’s a perennial favorite, especially around the Fourth of July, since it’s got a little Red White and Blue going on. And it really appeals to kids. Who wouldn’t love a giant low carb cookie that looks like a pizza?

    Keto Cookie Pizza
    Easy keto dessert pizza with a chocolate cookie crust, a sugar-free cream cheese frosting and fresh berries. It’s the perfect low carb dessert for any occasion.
    Check out this recipe
    Chocolate Cookie Pizza with a slice cut out and a pizza wheel

    Keto Strawberry Shortcake

    Keto Strawberry Shortcake on a gray plate over a striped napkin, with fresh strawberries strewn around.

    Stop whatever you are doing right now and head to the kitchen. Just do as I say and you won’t regret it. Because this Keto Strawberry Shortcake recipe is the real deal, my friends. One bite and you will be transported back to those happy summers as a kid.

    Keto Strawberry Shortcake Recipe
    This Keto Strawberry Shortcake has everything you love about the classic dessert. Tender low carb biscuits, sweet strawberry filling, and fluffy whipped cream come together in perfect harmony. It's the best way to enjoy fresh strawberries! 
    Check out this recipe
    Close up shot of Keto Strawberry Shortcake on a plate over a striped napkin.

    Keto Texas Sheet Cake

    A cake server with a slice of keto texas sheet cake being lifted away from the rest of the cake.

    Texas sheet cake seems to speak to something deep within the collective American psyche. It’s a well loved American classic and I simply can’t argue with that. So you know I had to create a keto version that lives up to the original!

    Texas Sheet Cake
    The classic chocolate Texas Sheet Cake gets a low carb, grain-free makeover. It’s a wonderful keto dessert for any time of year.
    Check out this recipe
    Low Carb Grain-Free Texas Sheet Cake Recipe

    Sugar Free Fudge Pops

    A hand holding up a sugar free fudgesicle with a bite taken out of it.

    Along with other frozen treats like Keto Frappuccinos and keto ice cream, these chocolate fudge pops are a constant in our house from June to October. If you look back on fond memories of eating Fudgsicles as a kid, you have to try this healthier low carb version. I swear they’re better than the real thing.

    Sugar Free Fudge Pops Recipe
    These homemade sugar free fudge pops are as healthy as they are delicious! So creamy and rich, they taste like frozen chocolate pudding. And at only 1.6g net carbs, these keto fudgesicles are perfect for summer. 
    Check out this recipe
    A stack of Sugar Free Fudge Pops on a pink cake stand, with a bite taken out of the top one.

    Keto Fourth of July Beverages

    Keto Margaritas

    A keto sugar free margarita on a tray with a green napkin, and a lime cut in half.

    I have very strong opinions about many things, but perhaps none are as strong as to what makes a really good, classic margarita. And I do believe I have perfected the keto margarita!

    Keto Margarita Recipe
    Look no further for the BEST keto margarita recipe! With 4 simple ingredients, these easy sugar-free cocktails have that classic margarita flavor without the extra carbs.
    Check out this recipe
    Close up shot of a keto margarita with a slice of lime floating in it.

    Blueberry Skinny Mojitos

    A glass of skinny mojitos in front of the pitcher.

    There simply isn’t anything more refreshing on a hot summer evening than a Blueberry Keto Mojito. Like many cocktails, classic mojitos are made with simple syrup so they aren’t exactly keto friendly. But it’s easy to replace the sugar with your favorite sweetener.

    Blueberry Keto Mojito Recipe
    These skinny mojitos are the ideal keto cocktail for your healthy summer celebrations. Perfectly sweet and refreshing with no added sugar, and a crisp mint and lime flavor.
    Check out this recipe
    A blueberry keto mojitos on a wooden cutting board with limes, mint, and blueberries around it.

    Sugar-Free Brazilian Lemonade

    Two glasses filled with keto limeade on a grey concrete table with limes in the background.

    This frosty beverage is quickly becoming one of my favorite keto treats. It’s incredibly refreshing, with a flavor that’s both rich and light at the same time.

    Sugar Free Brazilian Lemonade
    This Brazilian Lemonade Recipe is a delightfully refreshing sugar-free beverage. Only 4 simple ingredients required to make this easy keto friendly drink! It will be the hit of your summer.
    Check out this recipe
    Two glasses filled with keto limeade on a grey concrete table with limes in the background.

    Keto Sweet Peach Tea

    Titled image of two glasses of keto peach sweet tea

    For this keto sweet tea recipe, you create a syrup by boiling and steeping a small amount of peaches to release their flavor. You also discard the majority of the peach pulp, which lowers the carb count further.

    Keto Sweet Tea
    This keto sweet tea is flavored with fresh peaches for an insanely refreshing cold beverage. It's so easy to make, so delicious, and has no added sugar.
    Check out this recipe
    Two glasses of sweet peach tea on a white table with sliced peaches.

    Raspberry Limeade

    Two glasses of raspberry limeade on a pewter platter with fresh lime and berries.

    This raspberry limeade recipe is an older one that I decided to revisit and update. We have a huge raspberry patch in our backyard and it can produce quite a lot of berries. What better way to use them up than making a thirst-quenching drink?

    Sugar-Free Raspberry Limeade Recipe
    Nothing is more refreshing on a hot summer day than a cool glass of raspberry limeade. This easy sugar-free beverage takes 4 ingredients and only 15 minutes to make.
    Check out this recipe
    Two glasses of raspberry limeade on a pewter platter with fresh lime and berries.

    What about Canada Day?

    Don’t worry, my fellow Canadians! I would never leave you out of the fun. Of course you can use all of these recipes on July 1st as well. But here are a few more that celebrate our unique heritage.

    Keto Nanaimo Bars

    Best low carb Nanaimo Bar recipe

    Naniamo bars were my favorite (favourite!) dessert growing up so you know I had to come up with a delicious keto recipe!

    Nanaimo Bars
    Canada's favorite dessert goes sugar-free and keto-friendly! These luscious no bake bars are rich and chocolate-y and full of a sweet, creamy frosting.
    Check out this recipe

    Keto Butter Tarts

    Three keto butter tarts on a plate over a red napkin with a cup of coffee in the background.

    I actually first posted this recipe for keto butter tarts back in 2014, so it was time for an update. There have been so many developments in keto products and sweeteners in the intervening 7 years, I knew I could make them even  more gooey and luscious than ever.

    Keto Butter Tarts
    These keto butter tarts are the real deal! Tender grain-free pastry with a rich, gooey caramel custard center. The famous Canadian dessert is now low carb and sugar free. 
    Check out this recipe
    A white tray filled with keto butter tarts over a red plaid napkin
    A collage of 3 images with recipes for a healthy 4th of July celebration.

    Keto 4th of July Recipes

    25 of the best keto recipes for a healthy Fourth of July. Everything from appetizers to desserts to cocktails. It’s easy to stick to your keto diet with this helpful holiday menu plan.
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: keto jello, sugar free jello
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Chill Time: 3 hours hours
    Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 81kcal

    Ingredients

    Blueberry Jello

    • 2 cups water
    • natural blue food coloring
    • ½ cup powdered Swerve Sweetener
    • Blueberry flavoring to taste
    • 1 tablespoon grassfed gelatin

    Strawberry Jello

    • 1 ½ cups water
    • ½ cup 100% cranberry juice
    • ½ cup powdered Swerve Sweetener
    • 1 tablespoon grassfed gelatin
    • Strawberry flavoring to taste

    Topping and garnish

    • ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
    • 3 tablespoon powdered Swerve Sweetener
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ cup fresh blueberries
    • ½ cup chopped fresh strawberries.
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    Instructions

    Blueberry Jello

    • In a large glass measuring cup, whisk together the water and enough food coloring to achieve a bright blue. Pour the mixture into a medium saucepan.
    • Whisk in the powdered sweetener and blueberry extract to taste. Sprinkle the surface with the gelatin and let sit 3 minutes to bloom.
    • Turn the heat on to medium low and whisk until the gelatin dissolves completely. Do not let it come to a boil.
    • Divide the gelatin between 4 glass dessert cups (½ cup capacity each). Add a few fresh blueberries if desired. Refrigerated 3 hours until set.

    Strawberry Jello

    • In a medium saucepan, combine the water and cranberry juice. Whisk in the powdered sweetener and strawberry extract to taste. Sprinkle the surface with the gelatin and let sit 3 minutes to bloom.
    • Turn the heat on to medium low and whisk until the gelatin dissolves completely. Do not let it come to a boil.
    • Divide the gelatin between 4 glass dessert cups (½ cup capacity each). Add a few chopped strawberries if desired. Refrigerated 3 hours until set.

    Topping and Garnish

    • In a large bowl, whip the cream with the sweetener and vanilla extract until it holds stiff peaks. Pipe or dollop on the top of the set jello cups.
    • Add the blueberries and strawberries to the tops of each cup before serving.
    Nutrition Facts
    Keto 4th of July Recipes
    Amount Per Serving (1 cup)
    Calories 81 Calories from Fat 48
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 5.3g8%
    Carbohydrates 4.5g2%
    Fiber 0.5g2%
    Protein 2g4%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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