Atkins® Low Carb On the Go Recipes

Atkins Grilling Favorites

Gilling and low carb or keto diets easily go hand in hand! Adapting grilled foods for a low carb diet is as easy as a homemade rub or marinade, with some fiber rich vegetable sides and maybe a low carb dessert or drink. Check out the list we have below with shrimp, pork, beef and poultry mains, grilled veggies and iconic sides, fresh fruit and frozen desserts, and a couple of our favorite summer drinks.

Grilled Beef

Grilled Rib Eye and Scallions

Net Carbs: 3.7 g
The fresh, herbaceous flavors of Italian salsa verde are the perfect compliment to savory grilled steak and gently sweet grilled scallions. A perfect keto friendly grilling season recipe either for a quick weeknight dinner, or special event!

Grilled Steak with Peppers and Onions

Net Carbs: 5.5 g
Grilled beef tenderloin is a delicious treat and combined with grilled veggies, this meal is sure to fill you up!

Keto Grilled Flank Steak with Savory Tea Rub

Net Carbs: 1.1 g
Flank steak is one of the more cost-effective cuts of beef, known as a lean cut that benefits from grilling. Black tea adds a depth of flavor to the savory rub that makes this a crowd pleaser!

Keto Grilled Burger with Avocado and Tomato

Net Carbs: 2.7 g
Add juicy tomato and creamy avocado to this simple grilled beef burger for a quintessential summer meal everyone will enjoy!

Grilled Chicken

Keto Grilled Chicken with Peach Salsa

Net Carbs: 4.4 g
Chicken breasts seasoned with chili powder create the perfect backdrop for juicy, sweet peach salsa. With just enough heat to enliven your taste buds, this quick recipe is a perfect break from simple grilled chicken.

Low Carb Chicken Fajita Foil Packets

Net Carbs: 9.8 g
Cookouts are the most fun when the food is delicious! These chicken fajita packets are an appealing choice, perfectly accompanied by tangy sour cream, savory cheese and a squeeze of lime.

Keto Lemon-Herb Grilled Chicken Thighs

Net Carbs: 0.2 g
Chicken thighs are perfect for the grill. This cut is more forgiving of high heat with the higher fat content. And that also helps this simple recipe turn out moist and flavorful.

Keto Gingery Grilled Chicken and Peaches

Net Carbs: 5.3 g
Peaches and ginger are a perfect pairing in this crisp salad topped with lightly marinated chicken breast. Creamy, briny feta really brings out the sweetness in the peaches and adds a wonderful pop to the chicken.

Grilled Chicken over Baby Spinach, Tomato, and Avocado Salad

Net Carbs: 6.0 g
Summer tomatoes shine in this salad topped with easy grilled chicken and the creamy joy of avocado. Keep dinner light in the heat of the summer with this simple, delicious salad.

Keto Grilled Chicken Chimichurri

Net Carbs: 1.8 g
Herby and fresh chimichurri sauce serves as both a marinade and a serving sauce with easy grilled chicken breast.

Grilled Fish and Seafood

Keto Garlic Shrimp with Avocado Dip

Net Carbs: 1.4 g
Savory grilled shrimp are beautifully complemented with a gently spicy avocado dip in this 20 minute recipe, perfect for days when you just can’t be bothered with an oven.

Grilled Shrimp and Vegetable Salad

Net Carbs: 12.3 g
This veggie rich grilled salad features a pop of sweetness from grilled plums, and a delicious and easy balsamic dressing that pulls the whole dish together.

Keto Grilled Lemongrass Shrimp and Summer Squash

Net Carbs: 5.5 g
We love how fast shrimp grill up for a quick and delicious summer meal! Ribboned zucchini and yellow squash add beautiful texture and flavor to these marinated shrimp skewers. These are delightful on their own or serve with a side of cauliflower rice and a touch of sriracha for a special meal.

Keto Fish Tacos

Net Carbs: 2.2 g
Perfectly seasoned grilled white fish is the tasty base for these veggie rich tacos with 12 grams of protein each. Crunchy cabbage perfectly accents creamy avocado and tangy tomato in these saucy tacos everyone will love.

Grilled Pork

Keto Chili Maple Mustard Ribs

Net Carbs: 1.6 g
A simple, low carb maple chili glaze is the perfect sauce for tender grilled pork spareribs. When a rib craving hits, answer it with this delicious recipe.

Keto Chipotle Grilled Pork Tenderloin

Net Carbs: 3.5 g
Spice up your grilling with this perfectly seasoned main. Smoky chipotles in adobo combine with citrus and garlic to create a sauce that makes this dish pop.

Grilled Peach Salsa over Grilled Pork Tenderloin

Net Carbs: 5.3 g
Nothing says summer quite like grilled peaches, but to keep this salsa low carb friendly, we include grilled bell pepper, red onion and jalapeno for a kick of spice with the sweet and smoky peach.

Grilled Veggies & Sides

Mediterranean Salad with Hearts of Palm

Net Carbs: 5.6 g
This no lettuce salad is chock full of summer flavors with sweet tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy hearts of palm. Feta cheese and fresh basil bring briny freshness to this chop-and-go side that perfectly complements any grilled main.

Classic Coleslaw

Net Carbs: 4.7 g
This simple coleslaw uses an easy, no sugar added dressing over cabbage and carrots for the perfect side for any grilling experience.

Cauliflower “Potato” Salad

Net Carbs: 5.0 g
Cauliflower is the ideal base to present the slightly spicy, tangy dressing in this faux potato salad that will quickly become a cookout favorite!

Low Carb Bourbon Bacon Jam with Grilled Halloumi

Net Carbs: 3.4 g
Slow cooked bacon and caramelized onions combine with a dash of bourbon to create a sweet and savory jam you will want to use on everything you take off the grill, including easy grilled halloumi cheese. But don’t stop there. Try this jam on grilled asparagus, grilled burgers, or your favorite grilled skewers to take everything to the next level of delicious.

Mediterranean Grilled Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Net Carbs: 8.1 g
Grilled portobello mushrooms make the perfect container for grilled tomatoes, roasted peppers and feta cheese in this delightful, vegetarian friendly side.

Lemon-Herb Grilled Vegetable Kebabs

Net Carbs: 4.9 g
This rainbow of vegetables is brought to life with fresh herbs and lemon. Add an impressive vegetable side to your next grilling meal with this quick cooking kebab.

Keto Buffalo Cauliflower Kebabs

Net Carbs: 5.6 g
The spicy zing of buffalo sauce is the perfect companion to mild cauliflower in this recipe that grills up quickly. The perfect vegetable side for your next grilled meal, enjoy alongside barbecue chicken or your favorite grilled steak for a perfect summer meal.

Low Carb Grilled Stuffed Green Chilies

Net Carbs: 7.2 g
Blend green chili season with grilling season with this flavorful, cheesy recipe. The green chilies may be spicy, but the yogurt lime sauce helps temper the worst of the heat, allowing the savory goodness to shine through.

Low Carb Grilled Caesar Wedge

Net Carbs: 4.3 g
A quick moment on the grill brings out the fresh, herbaceous flavor of romaine lettuce in this simple wedge salad. Delicious, garlic forward, homemade Caesar dressing and crispy bacon are the perfect complement!

Summer Fresh Desserts

Low Carb Apple Crisp Foil Packets

Net Carbs: 6.7 g
If a warm fruit dessert is what you are carving, give these simple foil packets of spiced apple and chayote squash a try. Wrap them up and place on the grill while eating dinner and wow your dinner companions with a low carb fruit crisp!

Low Carb Watermelon Pizza

Net Carbs: 10.4 g
Top thin slices of watermelon with sweetened yogurt and the best of summer berries for an explosion of summer fruit flavors, perfect for any gathering or cookout.

Three Ingredient Yogurt Popsicles with Mango

Net Carbs: 6.4 g
These fun and easy frozen pops layer the full flavor of ripe mango with slightly sweet and tangy yogurt for the perfect way to cool down all summer long.

Keto Lime and Lemongrass Shave Ice

Net Carbs: 0.7 g
Childhood nostalgia gets a flavor upgrade with delightfully floral notes from lemongrass in this summertime favorite. With less than 1 net carb per serving, you can cool off all summer long while enjoying the citrusy, tropical sweetness of shave ice.

Fresh Fruit Kebabs with Almond Crème

Net Carbs: 11.4 g
Skewers aren’t just for grilling! They are a perfect way to portion any finger food, including these summer sweet berries and kiwi. The almond crème adds a tangy sweetness that highlights the deliciousness of the fruit for a perfectly light dessert.

Swills for Summer

Summer Watermelon Fizz Mocktail

Net Carbs: 3.2 g
Cool down with this watermelon flavored, mojito inspired sparkling mocktail. Make into a cocktail by adding ½ to 1 ounce of white rum if preferred.

Hibiscus Mojito Cooler

Net Carbs: 1.5 g
This hibiscus and mint flavored mocktail makes a perfect pitcher to share with all ages! Add an ounce of white rum to each serving if cocktails are desired.

Low Carb Bushwacker Inspired Cocktail

Net Carbs: 4.6 g
Invented in the Virgin Islands, the sweet and frosty Bushwacker cocktail is a tropical take on a White Russian. Our low carb version combines Atkins Cafe au Lait shake, chocolate and coconut flavors in a creamy rum drink perfect for warm weather.

Low Carb Hugo Spritz

Net Carbs: 3.8 g
This refreshing, gently herbaceous spritz is easy to drink without heavy quantities of alcohol. Perfect for any summer entertainment, keep a jar of homemade elderflower liqueur on hand to enjoy a spritz on the porch whenever the mood strikes!

Low Carb Lemon Drop Cocktail

Net Carbs: 3.1 g
The tang of fresh lemon juice meets low carb orange simple syrup in this delightfully refreshing low carb lemon drop cocktail.

Low Carb Ruby Red Spritz

Net Carbs: 7.0 g
This pretty in pink, low alcohol drink is a refreshing cocktail perfect for all your summer gatherings. With herby notes from gin and gently sweet red grapefruit juice, enjoy sipping this delightful low carb beverage all season long.

Low Carb Blueberry Ginger Rum Punch

Net Carbs: 1.2 g
This delightfully purple, low carb and low alcohol punch is perfect for brunch or your next summer get together. With only 1 net carb per serving, this tasty punch will quench your thirst without running through all your net carbs.