Holidays are the time to celebrate with your friends and family. Christmas celebration is incomplete without delicacies. Here comes the biggest challenge for healthy eaters. It becomes really difficult to stay low on carbs during the holiday season.
No more. We have good news for you. We are sharing 20 low-carb easy recipes for Christmas here. These hassle-free recipes are healthy and less messy. So you can save your cleaning time also. Check out the recipes now.
Low-Carb Christmas Drink Recipes:
Drinks are the best way to welcome your guests. It raises your spirit to celebrate the holiday season. Try these recipes to do it in a healthy way.
1. Chocolate Peppermint Cocktail
Found on Step Away from The Carbs
This sweet cocktail can double up as a dessert too. The cocktail has a light, refreshing peppermint flavor. It is made with natural honey as a sweetener. Sugar-free chocolate syrup is the main ingredient of the recipe. You can make this cocktail in just 5 minutes with 4 basic ingredients.
This drink is a great way to welcome your guests. It is low-carb which means you can relish the sweetness without any guilt.
2. Sugar-free Eggnog
Found on LOW CARB YUM
Your guests will love a creamy milky drink for Christmas. The best part is, it is low on carbs and fat-free. You will require 8 simple ingredients to make this drink in 6 easy steps. It takes 20 minutes to prepare this drink.
You can use a natural low-carb sweetener to make it healthier. The bonus point is, you can make a large batch of this eggnog and store it in the refrigerator to serve a crowd.
3. Nutella and Iced Coffee Frappe
Found on SUGAR-FREE mom
Homemade Nutella, chocolate, and coffee combo is pretty much a dream team. The recipe is sugar-free, dairy-free, and low-carb. It is healthier than any frappe available at the store. It is made from toasted hazelnuts which gives a creamy texture to the drink.
The frappe can be whipped up in just 2 minutes. It is made with 5 simple ingredients. What more can you ask for to surprise your guests on Christmas?
4. Pumpkin Pie Martini
Found on All Day I Dream About Food
The martini in this low-carb recipe list is exciting. Isn’t it? With a touch of pumpkin pie, this martini is one holiday drink you cannot miss out. It tastes so much like pumpkin pie that you will be confused to serve it as a drink or a dessert.
You can serve this recipe in just 10 minutes. It is made with 8 basic ingredients. This makes a perfect welcome drink for Christmas and Thanksgiving.
5. Cranberry Moscow Mule
Found on OMG KETO YUM
If your low-carb diet is forcing you away from alcohol on festivals, then this recipe is for you. This light alcoholic drink is low-carb and keto-friendly. You can prepare this Russian drink in just 2 minutes. It is made with 5 ingredients. The Mule is sure to give you a holiday hangover that you were craving for. This recipe is a must-try in the Christmas Eve.
Low-Carb Christmas Breakfast Recipes
Christmas morning is all about unwrapping gifts. You need special recipes that can be served quickly. Here are some healthy breakfast recipes to pull up in minutes.
6. Sausage and Herbs Breakfast Casserole
Found on Taste of Home
How about a creamy flavorful breakfast casserole with spicy Italian sausage and veggies? This casserole is low-carb, low-fat, and high in protein. You can make this within an hour. It requires 3 simple steps to prepare this holiday breakfast casserole.
The yummy breakfast casserole is perfect to serve a crowd on Christmas. This recipe can be served as brunch also.
7. Cinnamon and Coconut Pancakes
Found on nom nom paleo
Pancakes are common in breakfast. However, these are a bit special to be made on Christmas morning. These pancakes are softer and drier than the regular ones. The recipe is low-carb and gluten-free. It has the flavor of banana and coconut that you will love. You can whip up the pancakes in about 20 minutes for the whole family.
8. Rotisserie Chicken Salad
Found on Kalyn’s Kitchen
This recipe serves a colorful salad. The salad is made with avocado, cilantro, red bell pepper, and cheese. The rotisserie chicken adds a yummy flavor. The recipe perfectly combines taste with health. You can prepare this salad in 30 minutes. You can serve the salad with mayo topping or simply with a dash of lime juice.
9. Roasted Vegetable and Turkey Frittata
Found on Lauren Kelly Nutrition
This recipe is easy to make with 7 simple steps. It is also a great way to use your leftover veggies. This one-pan breakfast makes a delicious and clean meal for your family. You can serve it on Christmas or Thanksgiving. It can be made for breakfast, lunch, or even dinner. The recipe can also serve a gathering with less effort.
10. Southwestern Taco Egg Muffin
Found on A CEDAR spoon
Who doesn’t love cheesy egg muffins for breakfast? More than low-carb these are kid-friendly. The muffins are made with eggs, ground beef, cheese, bell pepper, spinach, and southwestern spices.
The recipe can be served quickly. You can also freeze these muffins in zip-lock bags. The recipe is perfect for holiday breakfast or brunch. Do try out this one.
Low-Carb Christmas Lunch/ Dinner Recipes:
Christmas lunch and dinner are meaty affair. It has to be delicious and simple so that you can spend more time with your kids. Here are some healthy recipes for your special meals.
11. Low-Carb Lobster Bisque
Found on Tasteaholics
For all those looking for a special sea-food meal, this recipe is a safe bet. You can prepare this in an hour. This lobster dish will be loved by your family. It has a rich creamy flavor with a tinge of spice. It tastes best if cooked with seafood broth.
12. Garlic and Rosemary Pork Chops
Found on delish
This recipe serves tender juicy pork with flavors of garlic and rosemary. These oven-baked pork chops have a crunchy layer on top that you will relish. Since this is made in one skillet cleaning also becomes easy. The recipe requires 7 simple ingredients. You can make this dish in just 30 minutes. This is a must-try recipe for special holiday meals.
13. Sandwich with Horseradish Cream and Smoked Salmon
Found on Diet Doctor
Sandwiches are the perfect choice for yummy meals any day. With a little effort, you can make these crispy mug sandwiches topped with smoked salmon. These tiny creamy sandwiches will create a magic meal on Christmas. You can whip up the recipe in 5 steps. These sandwiches can be served as snacks also.
14. Grilled Stuffed Turkey
Found on the spruce Eats
How about a twist in the traditional roasted turkey breast? Well, this recipe serves grilled turkey stuffed with bacon, cheese, and mushroom. You can make this recipe in 8 easy steps. This cheesy flavorful recipe can be your favorite Christmas meal.
15. Homemade Rotisserie Chicken
Found on KetoKitchen
Tender chicken dinners are not limited to restaurants only. The recipe serves moist spicy roasted chicken. You can make this recipe with 7 regular ingredients. You can freeze the leftover chicken for up to 4 days. You can also use this chicken with salad or for lunch casseroles.
Low-Carb Christmas Dessert Recipes:
Christmas brings the baking season. It does not mean you have to lose track of your low-carb diet. These healthy dessert recipes will help you indulge without regret.
16. Christmas Tree Cupcakes
Found on Low Carb No Carb
We know that you are already on your way to the kitchen because these cupcakes look so perfect for a Christmas treat. The recipe is super easy to whip up. Try it once and you will make it on every Christmas. These cupcakes are low-carb and sugar-free. It takes just 15 minutes to make them. There is no better way to surprise your kids.
17. Holiday Berry Pavlova
Found on A Sweet Life
Do you want to try the most effortless dessert for Christmas? Berry Pavlova is the perfect healthy dessert recipe for any holiday season. You can use all your leftover egg whites in this recipe. This recipe can be made with 8 simple ingredients. The recipe is sugar-free and low carb.
18. Cranberry and Walnut Christmas Pudding
Found on Have Butter will Travel
This recipe will make Christmas pudding a lot easier to create. The recipe replaced dried fruits with fresh cranberries to cut down the carbs. Cranberry and walnut is a delicious combination for dessert. You can prepare this yummy treat in an hour. It has a base of mascarpone cream which your kids will love.
19. Chocolate Heaven Cake
Found on DITCH the CARBS
Rich moist chocolate cake is our all-time favorite dessert. All that is chocolate and cake doesn’t have to be unhealthy. This recipe is low-carb, gluten-free, sugar-free, and grain-free. You can try this recipe for a holiday dessert, birthday parties, or celebrations. You can whip up this cake in two simple steps. Isn’t that amazing for a dessert recipe? Go try it.
20. Nutmeg Butter Balls
Found on Low Carb-ology
We don’t know about you but for us, Christmas is incomplete without cookies. These old fashion crumbly and sweet cookies have a mild nutmeg flavor. You can make them within 30 minutes. You can also store them at room temperature for a few days.
You can live low-carb and enjoy your holidays guilt-free. These recipes show you how to do that. They are super easy to whip up in less time. The ingredients are simple and easily available. So, try them for a perfect healthy holiday season.
