Introduction
Spring brings softer days, brighter plates, and meals that feel fresh yet comforting. These Spring Keto Recipes are perfect for low-carb living while still feeling indulgent and loving—ideal for a Valentine season filled with shared dinners, candlelight, and flavors that linger long after the plates are cleared.
1. Lemon Butter Chicken Thighs
Bright citrus and rich butter come together for a dish that feels cozy and fresh at the same time.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium heat and sear chicken skin-side down for 5–6 minutes until golden.
- Flip chicken, add butter, garlic, lemon juice, and zest.
- Transfer skillet to oven and bake 20–25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Spoon sauce over chicken before serving.
How to Serve It
Serve with roasted asparagus or cauliflower mash and extra lemon slices.
2. Creamy Tuscan Salmon
This silky salmon dish feels like something ordered on a special night out.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season salmon with salt and pepper.
- Sear salmon 3–4 minutes per side; remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add cream and sun-dried tomatoes; simmer 4 minutes.
- Stir in spinach until wilted.
- Return salmon to pan and cook 2 more minutes.
How to Serve It
Pair with zucchini noodles or sautéed green beans.
3. Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet
Fast, fragrant, and perfect for a romantic evening without stress.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Add shrimp, season, and cook 2–3 minutes per side.
- Finish with lemon juice and remove from heat.
How to Serve It
Serve with cauliflower rice or a crisp spring salad.
4. Asparagus & Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken
Creamy, green, and full of spring charm.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 6 asparagus spears, trimmed
- ¼ cup goat cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice a pocket into each chicken breast.
- Stuff with asparagus and goat cheese.
- Season outside with salt and pepper.
- Sear in olive oil 3 minutes per side.
- Bake 20–22 minutes until cooked through.
How to Serve It
Lovely with roasted radishes or sautéed spinach.
5. Creamy Lemon Zucchini Noodles
Light, twirly, and made for sharing.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini, spiralized
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt
Instructions
- Melt butter in a pan over medium heat.
- Add cream and lemon juice; simmer 3 minutes.
- Toss in zucchini noodles and cook 2 minutes.
- Season and serve immediately.
How to Serve It
Top with grated parmesan and cracked pepper.
6. Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin
Tender slices with herby aroma feel perfect for date night.
Ingredients
- 1 pork tenderloin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rub pork with oil, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Roast 22–25 minutes.
- Rest 5 minutes before slicing.
How to Serve It
Serve with creamy cauliflower purée.
7. Spring Keto Cobb Salad
Fresh crunch meets creamy comfort.
Ingredients
- 3 cups mixed greens
- 1 grilled chicken breast, sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- ¼ cup blue cheese
Instructions
- Arrange greens on a platter.
- Top with chicken, avocado, eggs, and cheese.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon.
How to Serve It
Perfect chilled with a glass of sparkling water.
8. Creamy Mushroom Chicken
Earthy and comforting without feeling heavy.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Season and sear chicken; remove from pan.
- Melt butter and cook mushrooms until soft.
- Add cream and simmer 5 minutes.
- Return chicken and cook 10 minutes.
How to Serve It
Serve with roasted broccoli or spinach.
9. Baked Pesto Cod
Simple and herb-forward.
Ingredients
- 2 cod fillets
- 2 tbsp basil pesto
- Salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place cod in baking dish and season.
- Spread pesto on top.
- Bake 15–18 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add a side of sautéed zucchini.
10. Spring Veggie Frittata
Perfect for brunch or a quiet dinner.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup chopped asparagus
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Whisk eggs, cream, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in asparagus.
- Pour into greased skillet and bake 18–20 minutes.
How to Serve It
Garnish with fresh herbs.
11. Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken
Simple flavors shine here, making this dish feel light yet comforting.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Mix olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Brush chicken with marinade.
- Grill 5–6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest 5 minutes before slicing.
How to Serve It
Serve with grilled asparagus or a fresh keto salad.
12. Garlic Butter Scallops
Tender scallops with rich butter feel perfect for a romantic evening.
Ingredients
- 1 lb sea scallops
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Pat scallops dry and season.
- Heat skillet over medium-high heat.
- Melt butter and add garlic.
- Sear scallops 2 minutes per side until golden.
How to Serve It
Pair with zucchini noodles or cauliflower purée.
13. Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon
Rich yet fresh, this dish melts beautifully on the plate.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- ¼ cup cream cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wilt spinach in a pan; mix with cream cheese.
- Slice pocket into salmon and stuff filling inside.
- Season, drizzle with oil, and bake 18–20 minutes.
How to Serve It
Serve with roasted broccoli or lemon wedges.
14. Keto Chicken Piccata
Bright lemon and tender chicken feel classic and cozy.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp capers
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Season chicken and pan-sear in butter.
- Remove chicken and add lemon juice and capers.
- Simmer sauce 3 minutes.
- Return chicken and cook 5 minutes.
How to Serve It
Serve over sautéed spinach.
15. Buttered Green Beans with Almonds
A crisp, nutty side that feels fresh and elegant.
Ingredients
- 2 cups green beans
- 2 tbsp butter
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
- Salt
Instructions
- Steam green beans until tender-crisp.
- Melt butter in skillet.
- Toss beans and almonds for 3 minutes.
- Season and serve.
How to Serve It
Perfect alongside chicken or fish.
16. Creamy Radish Skillet
Radishes soften into something surprisingly cozy.
Ingredients
- 2 cups sliced radishes
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Melt butter over medium heat.
- Add radishes and cook 8 minutes.
- Pour in cream and simmer 5 minutes.
- Season to taste.
How to Serve It
Lovely with pork or chicken dishes.
17. Spring Lamb Chops
Rich and tender with a special-occasion feel.
Ingredients
- 4 lamb chops
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp rosemary
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high.
- Rub lamb with oil, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Cook 3–4 minutes per side.
- Rest 5 minutes before serving.
How to Serve It
Serve with mint garnish and roasted vegetables.
18. Keto Strawberry Spinach Salad
Fresh berries bring sweetness without overpowering.
Ingredients
- 3 cups spinach
- ½ cup sliced strawberries
- ¼ cup feta cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Combine spinach and strawberries.
- Sprinkle feta on top.
- Drizzle with olive oil and toss lightly.
How to Serve It
Best served chilled.
19. Cauliflower Risotto with Herbs
Creamy texture without heaviness.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cauliflower rice
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- Fresh herbs
Instructions
- Melt butter in skillet.
- Add cauliflower and cook 5 minutes.
- Stir in cream and herbs.
- Simmer 5 minutes.
How to Serve It
Serve warm with grilled protein.
20. Keto Deviled Eggs with Chives
Classic and comforting with a spring twist.
Ingredients
- 6 hard-boiled eggs
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp mustard
- Chopped chives
Instructions
- Halve eggs and remove yolks.
- Mash yolks with mayo and mustard.
- Fill whites and garnish with chives.
How to Serve It
Great as a starter or picnic bite.
21. Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad
Cool and refreshing with gentle herb flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cucumbers, sliced
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
- Salt
Instructions
- Mix sour cream, dill, and salt.
- Toss cucumbers in dressing.
- Chill 15 minutes before serving.
How to Serve It
Perfect with grilled meats.
22. Grilled Asparagus with Hollandaise
Silky sauce meets smoky greens.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup hollandaise sauce
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium.
- Toss asparagus with oil.
- Grill 5–7 minutes.
- Spoon hollandaise over top.
How to Serve It
Serve immediately while warm.
23. Lemon Keto Cheesecake Cups
Bright and creamy with a hint of citrus.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese
- ¼ cup powdered erythritol
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Mix in sweetener and lemon juice.
- Chill 1 hour before serving.
How to Serve It
Garnish with lemon zest.
24. Almond Flour Crepes with Berries
Delicate and perfect for spring mornings.
Ingredients
- ½ cup almond flour
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup almond milk
- Butter for pan
Instructions
- Whisk all ingredients.
- Heat buttered skillet over medium.
- Pour thin batter and cook 1 minute per side.
How to Serve It
Top with whipped cream and berries.
25. Vanilla Mascarpone Mousse
Soft, airy, and gently sweet.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mascarpone
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Whip cream until soft peaks.
- Fold into mascarpone with vanilla.
- Chill 30 minutes.
How to Serve It
Serve with shaved dark chocolate.
26. Chocolate Keto Love Bites
A sweet finish meant for sharing.
Ingredients
- ½ cup dark chocolate (keto-friendly)
- ¼ cup almond butter
Instructions
- Melt chocolate gently.
- Stir in almond butter.
- Spoon into molds and chill 20 minutes.
How to Serve It
Serve chilled with fresh berries.
Conclusion
Spring is the perfect time to fall in love with food all over again, and these Spring Keto Recipes are made to bring warmth, freshness, and connection to your table. Whether you’re cooking for someone special or treating yourself to a quiet, comforting meal, each recipe offers simple ingredients, gentle flavors, and moments worth savoring. Save your favorites, share them with someone you care about, and let this season be filled with good food and even better memories. 💗
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