Best Low Carb Italian Recipes – Keto

Looking for the best keto Italian recipes? This collection includes over 100 low carb Italian dishes including casseroles, pasta alternatives, sauces, comforting dinners, and mouthwatering desserts.

There is something for every Italian food craving on this list of low carb Italian recipes!

Italian food is one of the easiest cuisines to adapt to a keto lifestyle because it already relies on bold flavors, rich sauces, cheese, and simple ingredients. From hearty casseroles to creamy sauces and classic comfort foods, there are so many ways to enjoy Italian-inspired meals without the carbs.

This collection of keto Italian recipes includes some of the most popular low carb Italian dishes from I Breathe I’m Hungry, as well as some of our other favorite websites, including casseroles, sauces, meatballs, and comforting dinners the whole family will love.

Recently updated with new recipes!

Some of these Keto Italian recipes are crazy authentic, while others are more Italian “inspired,” but all of them are super delicious!

We’ve grouped these best keto recipes by categories – Breakfasts, Appetizers & Salads, Side Dishes & Soups, Main Dishes, Sauces & Crusts, and finally – Desserts!

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Best Italian Keto Breakfast Recipes

Breakfast doesn’t have to be boring on keto. These Italian-inspired breakfast recipes include frittatas, savory egg dishes, and other low carb morning favorites.

Keto Cannoli Stuffed Crepes – I Breathe I’m Hungry 

 

Sausage-crusted Caprese Quiche – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Pizza Eggs – Peace, Love and Low Carb 

Sausage & Sun-dried Tomato Frittata – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Italian Egg Bake – Cotter Crunch 

 

Keto Pizza Frittata – Peace, Love and Low Carb

Baked Mini Frittatas with Mushrooms, Cottage Cheese and Feta – Kalyn’s Kitchen

 

Italian Spaghetti Squash Breakfast Casserole – Peace, Love and Low Carb 

 

Easy Italian Breakfast Casserole – Food Faith Fitness 

 

 

Best Keto Italian Appetizers and Soups

These keto Italian appetizers are perfect for parties or casual snacking. From cheesy bites to savory meatballs, they deliver classic Italian flavor without the carbs.

Marinated Mozzarella Balls, Artichokes and Olives – Wonky Wonderful 

 

Italian Eggplant Cheese Melts – Step Away From the Carbs

Stuffed Artichokes in the Instant Pot – I Breathe I’m Hungry

 

Keto Italian Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms – Keto Diet App

Keto Olive & Herb Focaccia – Keto Diet App 

 

Low Carb Italian Cheese Crips – 730 Sage Street 

Italian Sub Keto Roll-Ups – Keto Diet App

 

Keto Italian Bread Sticks – Keto Cooking Christian

Tuscan Stuffed Mushrooms – Joy Filled Eats

 

Eggplant Bruscetta – Peace, Love and Low Carb

Cauliflower Breadsticks – IFoodReal

 

Keto Stromboli – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Low Carb Lasagna Soup – Step Away From the Carbs 

Low Carb Italian Sausage Kale Soup – Two Sleevers 

 

Slow Cooker Zucchini e Fagioli Soup – Kalyn’s Kitchen

Italian Gnocchi Soup – Keto Diet App 

 

Italian Meatball Zoodle Soup – Peace, Love and Low Carb 

Keto Zuppa Toscana – Broke Foodies

 

 

Best Keto Italian Salads and Side Dishes

Italian meals are often built around simple, flavorful side dishes, and these keto Italian salads and sides are no exception. From crisp salads with bold vinaigrettes to roasted vegetables and cheesy vegetable dishes, these recipes make the perfect low carb addition to any Italian-inspired meal.

Cheesy Polenta – I Breathe I’m Hungry

 

Low Carb Pasta Salad – No Bun Please

Low Carb Marinated Cauliflower Antipasto Salad – Kalyn’s Kitchen

 

No Pasta Low-Carb Salad with Zucchini, Italian Sausage, Red Pepper and Olives – Kalyn’s Kitchen

Cauliflower Risotto in Creamy Pesto Sauce – I Breathe I’m Hungry

 

Low Carb Italian Cauliflower Salad – That Low Carb Life

Roasted Caprese Tomatoes with Basil Dressing – Simply Delicious

 

Anti-Pasta Cauliflower Salad – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Butternut Squash Risotto – I Breathe I’m Hungry

 

Low Carb Cauliflower Risotto –  Amuse Your Bouche

 

2 Ingredient Low Carb Pasta Noodles – Eatwell101

Marinated Baby Artichokes Antipasto Salad – I Breathe I’m Hungry

 

 

Best Keto Italian Main Dishes

Italian dinners are some of the easiest dishes to adapt to a low carb lifestyle. These keto Italian dinner recipes include comforting casseroles, hearty meat dishes, and classic flavors like marinara, mozzarella, and garlic.

Fathead Keto Gnocchi – I Breathe I’m Hungry 

 

High Protein Low Carb Stuffed Eggplant – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Easy Keto Lasagna – Hey Keto Mama

 

Low Carb Cauliflower Gnocchi – Sugar Free Mom 

Short Rib Ragu – I Breathe I’m Hungry

 

Ricotta Gnocchi – Gnom-Gnom

Pesto Zoodles – Pure Wow 

 

Lasagna Stuffed Portobellos – I Breathe I’m Hungry

 

Lasagna Stuffed Chicken – That Low Carb Life

15-Minute Creamy Mascarpone Zoodles – Gnom-Gnom

 

Olive Garden Chicken Piccata – Alyona’s Cooking

Keto Zucchini Rollatini – I Breathe I’m Hungry

 

Eggplant Lasagna with Meat Sauce – Peace, Love and Low Carb 

Deep Dish Skillet Sausage Pizza – All Day I Dream About Food

 

Italian Baked Chicken Thighs –  Step Away from the Carbs

Chicken Piccata Meatballs – I Breathe I’m Hungry

 

Low Carb Lasagna Meatballs – I Breathe I’m Hungry

“Just Like the Real Thing” Low Carb Lasagna –  Peace Love and Low Carb 

 

Hasselback Chicken Caprese – My PCOS Kitchen

Caprese Stuffed Chicken with Balsamic Glaze – I Breathe I’m Hungry 

 

Chicken Cacciatore Meatballs – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Keto Chicken Parmesan – That’s Low Carb?!

 

 

Italian Sausage Baked Chicken – Joy Filled Eats

Fettucine Alfredo – I Breathe I’m Hungry

 

Caprese Meatballs – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Low Carb Pasta Alfredo with Sausage – Keto Connect

 

 

Lazy Chicken Parm – Joy Filled Eats

Chicken Parmesan Casserole – I Breathe I’m Hungry  

 

Low Carb Italian Chicken Cacciatore – Low Carb Maven

Penne alla Vodka Casserole – I Breathe I’m Hungry 

 

Spaghetti Squash Alfredo with Pancetta and Peas – Peace, Love and Low Carb 

Zoodles Alfredo – Keto Diet App  

 

Mozzarella Parmesan Chicken Casserole – Eatwell 101

Turkey Saltimboca Meatballs – I Breathe I’m Hungry 

 

Mozzarella Stuffed Turkey Pesto Meatballs – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Zucchini Lasagna – Skinnytaste

 

Italian Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry – Low Carb Maven

Low Carb Meatballs alla Parmigiana – I Breathe I’m Hungry 

 

Sausage and Pepper Meatballs – I Breathe I’m Hungry 

Eggplant Involtini – Alexandra’s Kitchen

 

Cauliflower Crust Pizza from The Iron You

Easy Instant Pot Meatballs and Sauce – I Breathe I’m Hungry 

 

Pepperoni Pizza Meatballs – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Keto Calzone – Gnom-Gnom

 

Zucchini Lasagna with Ground Beef – Savory Tooth

Zoodles with White Clam Sauce – I Breathe I’m Hungry 

 

Keto Carbonara Pasta – Fat for Weight Loss

Keto Chicken Parm Pizza – Delish

 

Cauliflower Pizza – Ditch The Carbs

Low Carb Italian Pork and Parmesan Meatballs – I Breathe I’m Hungry 

 

Keto Spinach Calzone – I Breathe I’m Hungry

 

Pepperoni Pizza Cauliflower Casserole – I Breathe I’m Hungry 

 

Keto Italian Meatza – Keto Diet App

Keto Deep Dish Pizza – Gnom-Gnom 

 

 

Easy Keto Shrimp Scampi – I Breathe I’m Hungry 

 

Low Carb Manicotti – Lowcarb-ology

Italian Sausage, Peppers and Onions – Low Carb Maven

 

Broccoli Noodle Carbonara – Keto Adapted 

Hasselback Chicken with Pepperoncini Cream Sauce – I Breathe I’m Hungry

 

Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli – Gnom-Gnom 

 

Roasted Cabbage Carbonara – The Nourished Caveman

Stuffed Cabbage in the Instant Pot – I Breathe I’m Hungry

 

Eggplant Parmesan – Keto Diet App 

Keto Cauliflower Ziti – Simply Stacie 

 

Stuffed Peppers with Italian Sausage – Kalyn’s Kitchen 

Lasagna Meatloaf – I Breathe I’m Hungry

 

Spaghetti Squash Primavera – I Breathe I’m Hungry

Stuffed Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf – Peace, Love and Low Carb 

 

Spaghetti Squash Carbonara – Peace, Love and Low Carb

 

Best Keto Italian Condiments, Sauces, and Pizza Crusts

These keto Italian sauces, condiments, and pizza crust recipes are the building blocks for countless low carb Italian meals. From marinara to pizza crusts, they make it easy to recreate classic Italian flavors without the carbs.

Easy Keto Marinara Sauce – I Breathe I’m Hungry 

 

Fathead Pizza Crust (with Video) – Ditch the Carbs

15-Minute Stove Top Pizza Crust – Gnom Gnom 

Low Carb Pizza Sauce – That’s Low Carb ?!

 

 

Nut Free Pizza Crust – I Breathe I’m Hungry 

 

Best Keto Italian Dessert Recipes

Yes, you can still enjoy Italian desserts on keto. These low carb desserts capture classic Italian flavors like chocolate, mascarpone, and espresso while keeping the carbs in check.

Low Carb Italian Cream Cake – All Day I Dream About Food

 

Whipped Cannoli Mousse – Joy Filled Eats 

Tiramisu Poke Cake – Keto Diet App

 

Almond Roca Mocha Cake – Keto Adapted 

Almond Crescent Cookies – I Breathe I’m Hungry  

 

Mini Cannoli Cupcakes – All Day I Dream About Food  

 

Lemon Ricotta Cake – Low Carb Maven

Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake – I Breathe I’m Hungry

 

Panna Cotta with Black Currant Sauce – Low Carb So Simple 

Keto Strawberry Panna Cotta – All Day I Dream About Food 

 

Hazelnut Gelato – All Day I Dream About Food

Keto Tiramisu – The Nourished Caveman 

 

Cannoli Ice Cream – Joy Filled Eats 

Keto Pignoli Cookies – I Breathe I’m Hungry