15+ Quick & Easy Microwave Recipes that are Low Carb & Keto (2024)

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Here are quick low-carb and keto-friendly recipes that you can make in the microwave including breakfast, dessert, dinner and lunch recipes.

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Don't dismiss the microwave as a being a secondary appliance in the kitchen! Plus, microwaves are especially useful in smaller places like dorms or hotel rooms where other kitchen tools or appliances are limited.

Not only that, microwaves are great for heating foods quickly and evenly, steaming vegetables, melting chocolate and cheese, and even making chips!

And when you're on a low-carb or keto diet, it's important to have quick and easy recipes on hand, so you don't eat something you'll regret when you're hungry.

Here are more than 15 low-carb and keto microwave recipes that are all quick and easy to make, including breakfast, lunch, and dessert dishes. Plus, all of these recipes are 8 ingredients or less and absolutely delicious!

For a round-up of our favorite microwave meals, click here.

Easy Low-Carb & Keto Microwave Recipes

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Keto Blueberry Mug Muffin

This keto blueberry mug muffin is moist and sweet with the right amount of blueberry goodness! And it only takes a few minutes to make!

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Egg in a Mug Omelette with Ham & Cheese

This easy egg in a mug omelette is full of flavor due to the shredded cheddar cheese, ham and jalapeños. Plus, it's done in a few minutes!

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Microwave Cottage Cheese Chips (High Protein, Low Carb)

These high-protein, low-carb microwave cottage cheese chips are the best! They're light and crispy, deliciously savory, and quick and easy to make!

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5-Minute, 3-Ingredient Keto Tomato Soup

You wouldn't guess this is a 5-minute, 3-ingredient keto tomato soup since the flavor is all there. We love how quick and easy it is!

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The Best Keto Chai Spice Mug Cake

This may be the best keto chai spice mug cake out there! It’s moist, light and airy, and bursts with chai flavor!

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High Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl in the Microwave

With this microwave cottage cheese pizza bowl, you can satisfy pizza cravings in minutes. Plus, it's high in protein and low in calories and carbs!

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Keto Mexican-ish Hot Dogs (10 Minutes!)

If you’re not on the hot dog bandwagon yet, then maybe these keto Mexican hot dogs will get you on board. They're perfect for a quick dinner!

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5-Minute, Microwave Parmesan Asparagus

This 5-minute parmesan asparagus uses the microwave for steaming, which makes it tender-crisp, while the toppings take it to the next level.

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Keto Peanut Butter Granola Cups

These easy-to-make, keto peanut butter granola cups take less than 10 minutes to make and are a peanut butter and chocolate lover's delight!

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Microwave Fresh or Frozen Broccoli with Lemon Garlic Butter

Microwave broccoli is as easy as it gets, whether you fresh or frozen broccoli. And when you add lemon garlic butter, it tastes divine!

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Melted Cheese Sandwich Wraps in the Microwave

Skip the tortilla or bread — simply melt cheese in the microwave to create these delicious, low-carb and keto sandwich wraps!

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Steamed Bok Choy in the Microwave with Spicy Soy Sauce

You can steam bok choy in the microwave within minutes, and when you top with a spicy soy dressing, it's downright delicious!

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Sugar-Free, Keto Chocolate Covered Strawberries

These keto chocolate covered strawberries are such a refreshing treat. They’re light, fruity, chocolaty, and so quick and simple to make.

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Microwave Barbecue Chicken Quesadilla

Yes, it's possible to make a yummy chicken quesadilla with just a microwave, and this microwave barbeque chicken quesadilla is our favorite!

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Keto Chocolate Mug Cake

This keto chocolate mug cake is ideal when craving chocolate since it's luscious, moist and chocolatey, and quick and easy to make.

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Keto Meatballs in the Microwave (5 Minutes!)

Don't have time to make keto meatballs? Here is a simple meatball hack that produces yummy low-carb meatballs in less than 5 minutes!

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For a round-up of our favorite microwave meals, click here.

Also, be sure to check out these fast 10-minute recipes!
- Low Carb Tortilla Pizza
- Curry Chicken Salad
- Mexican Tuna Salad
- High Protein Pasta Salad

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