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All these low-carb BBQ recipes for the summer season is all you need to enjoy a yummy backyard feast! From top-notch entrees to appetizers and I even toss in a couple of drinks for you to serve your family and guests.

Have fun in the sun and serve up some incredible eats, that are low carb, satisfying and will curb those summer cravings.

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How to make a low-carb keto BBQ

A summer barbecue usually involves hamburger buns, chips, garlic bread, and nachos. But you can easily make delicious and easy keto barbecue recipes instead of your family favorites.

If you are on the low carb or keto diet, hosting or attending dinner can be tricky. Check out my list of recipes that will win over anyone who stops in for a bite! From easy appetizers, slow-cooked entrees and much more.

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These easy healthy recipes are family-friendly and all made with simple ingredients that you can find (and afford) in your local grocery store).

Keto barbecue sauces

Barbecue sauces and salad dressing can be packed with added sugar and unhealthy oils. Once you learn some easy low-carb and keto recipes for the BBQ, you’ll never buy store-bought again.

Best BBQ Sauce recipe

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Tangy Keto BBQ Sauce Recipe (sugar-free)

This easy tangy keto BBQ sauce is so delicious it will become your go-to for all your grilling and barbecue needs.

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Before starting with the best healthy holiday recipes for your next grilling party, you need to have your own homemade sugar-free keto barbecue sauce.

Regular high sugar barbecue sauce can have up to 10 grams of sugar per tablespoon. That will guarantee to knock you out of ketosis. And when you want to stay within your daily carb limits over the holiday summer season, making your own tangy keto BBQ sauce recipe is so easy.

Magic 1-minute mayonnaise recipe

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CRAZY EASY 1 Minute Homemade Mayonnaise Recipe

Follow the video exactly as it is shown to make the 1-minute mayonnaise recipe. Place the blender over the yolk in a tall slim jar. As you turn on the stick blender, bring the blades up slowly and emulsify the egg and the oil together until thick and creamy.

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The easiest way to make homemade mayonnaise is with 1 egg, your favorite oil, and your choice of flavors such as vinegar, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, herbs, and spices.

Easy healthy salad dressing recipe

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The best recipe for homemade salad dressing is made with only a few ingredients and has zero carbs.

Barbecue appetizers recipe

It’s always nice to have a few healthy snacks and appetizers before your BBQ is ready to eat. There’s even keto garlic bread, keto taco shells, and guacamole too.

Cheesy keto garlic bread recipe

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Cheesy keto garlic bread has to be the most popular keto bread recipe ever. It’s buttery and packed with favor. It’s soft on the inside and crunchy on the outside. Your family will come back for seconds.

Keto nacho recipe

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Keto nachos are one of the favorite appetizers the whole family loves during BBQ season.Homemade Fat Head tortillas piled high with all your favorite nacho fixings. A low carb, sugar-free, and gluten-free appetizer.

Keto cheese taco shells recipe

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Avocado salsa (guacamole) recipe

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Keto Guacamole Recipe (Low-Carb Avocado Salsa)

The best chunky keto guacamole recipe you'll ever make. You only need 5 ingredients and it takes less than 5 minutes. Serve with low-carb tortilla chips, keto nachos, and even pork rinds.

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Change things up this summer and whip up a batch or two of this homemade avocado salsa (keto guacamole). Pair with crisp veggies, top your burgers with it, or your nachos. This avocado salsa goes with almost everything — an easy way to use up fresh produce from your garden.

Mini stuffed peppers recipe

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Stuffed Baby Peppers Recipe

Stuffed baby peppers can be varied by adding flavours to the cream cheese such as – pepperoni pieces, chilli flakes, sliced celery, jalapeños, sun dried tomatoes …

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Cream cheese stuffed peppers are a bite-size snack that anyone will love. Sweet peppers that are stuffed with cream cheese and herbs. I guarantee you can’t eat just one.

Devilled eggs recipe

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You can’t have a party without high-protein keto deviled eggs. Learn how to make the easiest hard-boiled eggs, and you have a simple appetizer to greet your guests.

Healthy easy BBQ salads

These are the most popular healthy salads that are quick and easy to make and only require a few ingredients. Tasty and delicious, filling too.

Cauliflower couscous recipe

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Cauliflower Couscous Recipe (With Dukkah)

A wonderful healthy low-carb vegetarian dish, straightfrom the Mediterranean. Easy Cauliflower Couscous.

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The cauliflower couscous recipe is always a winner for any healthy barbecue. You can quickly make some homemade mint yogurt sauce that you drizzle over the top, to make a complete meal. Light, refreshing, and a great way to kick start your menu for the night.

Keto Mexican coleslaw recipe

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This healthy coleslaw recipe is a tasty variation of a traditional bbq coleslaw. It’s refreshing with a delicious lime dressing.

Healthy BBQ meat recipes

The best delicious healthy BBQ meat recipes can be served as a main dish or a side dish or even a starter.

Keto Mexican chicken burger recipe

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You can easily cook these Mexican chicken burgers on the BBQ grill to give an authentic smokey BBQ flavor. It offers a South of the Border flavor that you can top with crisp lettuce, a slice of fresh tomato, keto avocado salsa, and Mexican coleslaw for a complete healthy Mexican barbecue meal plan.

Keto slow-cooker pulled pork recipe

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Keto Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Recipe

This keto slow cooker pulled pork recipe is an easy prep and forget meal. The best part is no bbq sauce is needed to enjoy the flavours of pulled pork.

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You can make this slow-cooker pulled pork recipe ahead of time and wow your barbecue guests with the amazing delicious flavors. Serve in hamburger buns or on top of a healthy salad.

This keto pulled pork is tender, juicy, and flavorful.

Keto sheet pan fajitas recipe

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You can cook sheet pan fajitas on the BBQ grill for delicious tender steak, and flavorful veggies all in one dish that only takes a few minutes to prep.

ABC burger recipe

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Keto ABC bun-less burger recipe

ABC bun-less keto burgers are easy to remember and even easier to make for dinner tonight. Naturally gluten-free and so healthy and nutritious.

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Healthy barbecue chicken burgers are so easy to make ahead then cook n the grill once your guests arrive.

Keto tandoori chicken recipe

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Low-carb tandoori chicken recipe

Low-carb tandoori chicken pieces can be cooked in the frying pan, in the oven or on the bbq. Keep extras for school lunch tomorrow.

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Three simple ingredients are all you need tandoori chicken cooked on the BBQ. Your family and friends will love the flavor of this barbecued chicken. Pair with some cauliflower rice and yogurt sauce.

Healthy drinks for a BBQ

It is so important to stay hydrated in the summer months as the temperature rises. But what are the best sugar-free drinks you can make at home? These easy delicious recipes are sugar-free and refreshing too.

Sugar-free berry chia drink recipes

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Easy Keto Berry Smoothie Recipe (Dairy Free)

Easy keto mixed berry smoothie is the perfect simple dairy-free smoothie to add to your meal plan for breakfast, a snack, or a keto meal replacement.

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Keto Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie Recipe

All the flavors of a peanut butter cup milkshake but sugar-free, low-carb, and keto friendly.

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On the hunt for a colorful and sugar-free drink? This sugar-free chia fresca drink recipe is light, refreshing, and a high-protein drink to fuel your body. Easy to make and hydrating on a hot summer day.

Sugar-free flavored water recipes

See all the quick and easy ways to flavor water that will encourage your children to drink more water. They’re a colorful way to dress up water when you serve your family and guests. Fresh fruit and vegetables will add flavor and color to your drink. What’s your favorite combination?

How to eat keto at barbecues?

If you find it difficult to navigate family holiday meals and stay on your keto diet, these easy family meals will help. These 100 tips and tricks will ensure you know how to eat out and stay low-carb.

What are your go-to low-carb bbq recipes to whip up in the summer months? Please leave a comment below.

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FAQs

How do you feed 30 guests on a BBQ? ›

For a backyard barbecue of 20-30 people, keep it between 5-8 side dishes. For 30-50, keep it at or under 10 side dishes. This will help you streamline your preparation while still giving your guests sufficient variety. Then double or triple your recipes to make sure you make enough for everyone.

What is a good appetizer to take to a BBQ? ›

BBQ Appetizer Recipes
  • Smoked Cream Cheese Dip.
  • Cranberry Jalapeño Poppers.
  • Carne Guisada and Cheddar Empanadas.
  • Pulled Pork Empanadas.
  • Bacon Jam Pizza from Christie Vanover.
  • Bloody Mary Smoked Deviled Eggs from Jacqueline Duffin.
  • Bacon-Wrapped Sausage Poppers from Brad Prose.

What is the best meat for a BBQ party? ›

Some of the best BBQ meats include steak, pork chops, ribs, succulent chicken thighs and breasts, burgers, fish, and sausages. Enhance your proteins by marinating them overnight in spices, herbs, and oils for added flavour.

How many pounds of BBQ do I need to feed 20 people? ›

How much BBQ for 20 people: 8 pounds (128 oz) of meat total (2 meats recommended) 1 XL size (feeds 10-12 people) for each side ordered. Drinks: 2 gallons.

How do you host a BBQ for a crowd on a budget? ›

1 tip for hosting a budget-friendly BBQ is simple: Make it a potluck-style party, and delegate. If you're hosting, focus on the main part of the meal (check out the best budget-friendly proteins for a BBQ to help you decide). Prepare something in advance to save you day-of stress, like our Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork.

How much meat do I need for 25 people BBQ? ›

Important Factors to Consider to Determine How Much Meat to Buy Per Person for BBQs. As a general rule, we recommend allocating 8 to 12 ounces of raw meat per adult at BBQ, and about 4 to 6 ounces per child.

What do you serve at a BBQ for a crowd? ›

BBQ recipes to feed a crowd
  • Dill and buttermilk chicken legs. 0 comments.
  • Cherry s'more campfire cones. ...
  • Smoky skewers with parsley dipping sauce. ...
  • Blackened spiced spatchco*ck chicken. ...
  • Piri piri prawns with basil and lemon sauce. ...
  • Garlic pesto bread. ...
  • Barley, courgette and mint salad with barbecued halloumi. ...
  • BBQ sticky ribs.

How do you make a BBQ party fun? ›

Provide outdoor activities for kids and adults

Anytime you have guests over for a summer barbeque, make certain you have plenty of activities like a cornhole game, lawn Yahtzee, or horseshoes set up away from any cooking area. Yard games can keep your company busy and away from you while you're grilling.

What to serve at a home BBQ? ›

What to serve at a BBQ
  • Burgers.
  • Sausages.
  • Chicken drumsticks or wings.
  • Pork chops.
  • Ribs.
  • Steaks.
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How many people will 1lb of BBQ feed? ›

If you're ordering barbecue from a restaurant for your party at home, always remember three to four people per pound of meat. If you're getting ribs, it's two to three people per full rack of ribs.

What makes a good cookout? ›

keep it simple with easy food to grill and prep ahead

Burgers, hot dogs, BBQ Chicken, veggie kabobs, and ribs are all easy to prep and have ready to throw on the grill once your guests arrive. Pasta salad, fruit salad and/or potato salad are all easy to make ahead of time and put on large platters for self serve.

How do I host a BBQ for friends? ›

How to Plan & Host the Perfect Summer BBQ Party
  1. Step 1: Plan Your Party. The first thing that any good BBQ party is going to need is a guest list. ...
  2. Step 2: Create a Menu. ...
  3. Step 3: Estimate Cost & Buy Ingredients. ...
  4. Step 4: Prep & Cook. ...
  5. Step 4: BYOB or Make Drinks. ...
  6. Step 5: Finishing Touches.
Aug 2, 2018

What are most popular sides at a BBQ? ›

Keep reading for the best BBQ sides that just might steal the show.
  • Classic Potato Salad. ...
  • The Best Barbecue Beans. ...
  • Classic Coleslaw. ...
  • Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese Casserole With Cheddar and Gruyère. ...
  • 3-Ingredient Stovetop Mac and Cheese. ...
  • Moist and Tender Brown Butter Cornbread. ...
  • Southern-Style Unsweetened Cornbread Recipe.
Apr 19, 2023

What is the most popular BBQ food? ›

Most popular American BBQ dishes are:
  • Mac And Cheese.
  • BBQ Chicken Wings.
  • Classic BBQ Sauce.
  • Pulled Pork Sandwich.
  • Collard Greens.
  • Fried Pickles.
  • Smoked BBQ Ribs.
  • Grilled Corn.
Feb 22, 2023

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