I’ve had many people ask for a Keto Grocery List. At first, I was hesitant because I am a picky eater and tend to stick to the same foods over and over. I know that most people eat a larger variety of foods than I do. At the same time, when I was researching Keto Grocery Lists so many were very overwhelming and included so many foods that even after almost a year of following a Keto Diet I have never seen listed in any recipes. I created a basic Keto Grocery List as a helpful resource since my goal is to make following a Keto Diet simple. Even so, you won’t need everything on this list. It will just be a helpful guide when you are at the grocery store. In fact, I would suggest creating a meal plan and shopping weekly for those foods that you know you will be eating so that you aren’t wasting a ton of food and money. If you aren’t familiar with meal planning, check out my 5 Easy Steps to Meal Planning for simple steps to get started. In fact, I would go through this list and immediately eliminate any foods that I already have on hand as well as items that I don’t love. You also don’t need to stock every single kind of nut butter, sweeteners, etc. Instead, pick the ones that you like the most and stock those. Then, you can build your keto pantry over time.
In case you were wondering, there are several different sweeteners on the list. I personally use Swerve Granulated, Swerve Confectioners, and Monk Fruit. Xanthan Gum is a thickening agent used in many soups and sauces. I have only used coconut flour in all of my recipes due to my daughter’s almond allergy.
You can access all of my Keto/Low Carb Recipes in my Keto/Low Carb Recipe Index or follow me on Pinterest for fabulous Keto/Low Carb Recipe Ideas. If you are just getting started following a keto diet and would like more information, there are tons of fantastic resources. Amazon has several great books you may want to check out here.
You can print this Basic Keto Grocery List here.
If you are looking for ways to save money on your groceries. Check out these 10 easy tips for eating Keto on a budget.
Lisha Wyatt says
This really helos me!! Thank you sooo much!!☺
Kasey says
I’m so glad it was helpful. 🙂
Donna Banta says
I only have one problem. Used to be a diet pepsi user! I really need to find a drink that you can use. It used to be Crystal light but I don’t think it uses correct sugar . Of course drink water and decaf tea. Would like something like punch. Suggestions? Thank you.
Kasey says
You know, I used to drink 10-12 diet cokes a day but quit several years ago. I don’t really have a good suggestion besides water and unsweet tea as most drinks use sweeteners that most avoid when following a keto diet. That being said, I enjoy an occasional Sprite zero as a treat and have still had great results. 🙂
jo says
Try” Sparkling Ice ” brand beverage…many flavors at all grocery stores.
Melanie says
Try zevia, it’s great!
Shawnna says
Aldi (if any are near you) has sparkling waters that don’t have sugars. They’re similar to la croix. The lemon lime one is delicious.
Kasey says
Thanks for the tip.
Michelle M. says
Soo right! Aldi sparkling water especially the White Grape!!!
Heather says
Virgil’s or zevia soda is a good alternative
Alan says
This list is great. My wife would like a what cannot to eat list. I assume this list is a what you can eat list.
Kasey says
I’d stay away from foods not on this list or do a quick Google or Pinterest search and you’ll prob find many lists of foods not to eat. I’m glad this list was helpful.
Julie says
I am new to this diet and I thought hot dogs were NOT allowed
Kasey says
You’ll find many different lists of keto-friendly foods. My philosophy is for each person to do what works for them. I don’t personally eat hotdogs, but my hubby loves them and they are very low in carbs so they work for him.
Sandra says
I am also allergic to Almonds and Hazelnuts (filberts) it hard to get recipes with other flours but Almonds. I want to start Keto.
I am a diabetic, just take pills no shots. I like to kinda eat the same thing for breakfast and meals. Thank you for your information.
Kasey says
Here is a link to my Keto recipe index. My daughter is allergic to almonds so I use coconut flour.
https://kaseytrenum.com/category/recipe-box/keto/
Alli says
So is salami Keto approved? I’ve read mixed opinions.
Kasey says
That is totally up to you. For many it is.
Bethlyn Wells says
Always read labels on processes meats . . . . a large variation.
Richard says
Thank you for sharing this information.
Kasey says
Sure!
Diane says
Why aren’t ripe olives on the list?
Kasey says
It’s just a basic list and doesn’t cover every single keto item. I personally hate olives so I’ve don’t think about them being keto.
Lisa says
As I understand we should stay away from grains. Lately I have seen recipes using low carb tortilla shells, wraps etc. yes they are low carb, but they have wheat flour among other grains. Makes it hard to know what we can and can’t have
Basic list says
Your basic keto list has covered pretty everything needed for a beginner keto diet. Thanks for sharing.
Kasey says
Sure! So glad it was helpful.
Pete says
This information is very useful. I never knew that keto would be complicated but your post save me a lot.
Kasey says
Thanks, Pete!