Keto BBQ Sides (For Your Next Summer Cookout!)

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Summer just isn’t the same without picnics, outdoor BBQ parties, and pool parties to attend. When it comes to summer cookouts, the BBQ is always the star of the show. Grilled meats and veggies are a MUST at any outdoor gathering, but if you’re on a keto diet, traditional sides like potato salad or corn on the cob might be off-limits. Don’t worry! With these tasty keto BBQ side dishes, you can still enjoy all the classic cookout flavors without compromising your diet. Plus, these recipes are super easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd.

Cold Keto Side Dishes

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1. Deviled Egg Salad: This creamy and tangy egg salad is a perfect low-carb side dish for any BBQ party. It’s also a great way to use up leftover hard-boiled eggs!
2. Arugula Goat Cheese Salad With Strawberries: Made with grilled romaine, creamy avocado, crunchy nuts, and a light lemon dressing, you will love this Romaine and Avocado Salad. This is the perfect keto salad for summer grilling! Your guests will be pleasantly surprised when they discover the dressing is sugar-free.

Grilled Keto Side Dishes

1. Grilled Zucchini Caprese Stacks: Layers of grilled zucchini, fresh mozzarella, and cherry tomatoes create a colorful and delicious side dish.
2. Cheesy Garlic Roasted Asparagus: Tender asparagus spears are coated in garlic butter and topped with melted cheese. Yum!
3. Keto BBQ Cauliflower Bites: These bite-sized cauliflower "steaks" are marinated in a tangy BBQ sauce and grilled to perfection.
4. Low-Carb Corn on the Cob: Who says you can’t have corn on the cob on a keto diet? Simply replace regular corn with jicama, a low-carb veggie, and grill or boil it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some questions people often ask about making side dishes for BBQs and cookouts while on the keto diet.

Q: Are creamy dishes a good idea for BBQs?
A: There are a few things you can make with cream cheese and sour cream that will taste perfect at a BBQ (like jalapeno poppers!)… You just need to be aware that they will have a shorter shelf life when you make them.

Q: Is BBQ sauce or BBQ meat okay on a keto diet?
A: The sauce and meat can be eaten on a keto diet as long as you either buy low-carb versions or make keto-friendly recipes.

Q: Are French fries keto?
A: No, they are not! When you are planning keto sides, make jicama fries instead of French fries. They have more fiber and fewer carbs.

Q: Are BBQ side dishes safe in the sun?
A: To avoid the risk of illness from eating refrigerated foods that are left out too long, the USDA suggests these food safety guidelines: perishable food should not be left out for more than 2 hours at room temperature or 1 hour if the temperature is above 90°F. To prevent cold keto side dishes from spoiling in the hot sun, serve them from bowls nestled into a bed of crushed ice.