Holidays and Special Events

Peer pressure can take many forms, but some of the most common come from family during holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Hanukkah. As these holidays center around food, they require special consideration for maintaining ketosis.

Luckily, it's possible to have a delicious low carb holiday: turkey, gravy (with a low carb thickener like guar gum), garlic mashed cauliflower, low carb stuffing (almond flour), and green beans or broccoli.

You can find lots of recipes online by searching "low carb thanksgiving." Here are some good ones:

Mashed Cauliflower

Potato substitute

Mashed Cauliflower

  • Boil cauliflower florets in salted water until soft
  • Drain, then mash
  • Add cream, butter, and/or cheese to taste

Cauliflower Rice

Rice substitute

Cauliflower Rice

Riced cauliflower can substitute for rice in any dish. Grate or pulse cauliflower in a food processor, then sauté briefly.

Sautéed Broccoli & Green Beans

Simple side

Sautéed Broccoli & Green Beans

  • Broccoli florets or green beans
  • Olive oil
  • Minced garlic
  • Fresh basil
  • Salt & pepper

Brussels Sprouts

In coconut milk

Brussels Sprouts

  • Brussels sprouts, halved
  • Coconut milk
  • Salt
  • Red pepper flakes
  • Sauté until tender

Vegetables au Gratin

Cheesy & golden

Vegetables au Gratin

  • Sauté low carb veggies in butter
  • Add salt and pepper
  • Put in baking dish, top with grated cheese
  • Bake at 450°F until golden

Creamed Spinach

Rich & comforting

Creamed Spinach

  • Defrost spinach
  • Cook in pan with garlic and butter
  • Add cream, cream cheese, grated cheese
  • Season with salt and pepper
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