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Fuel Your Workdays with Flavor: 22 Keto Lunch Recipes for the Office

5 minute read • August 1, 2023
drinking coffee at work

Ready for a lunch break?

Here are 22 of our favorite recipes for staying fueled during the middle part of your day, and finishing out the last few hours of your shift at work. Ditch the carbs (and the afternoon slump) but not the flavor with these delicious keto recipes.

1. Bacon, Lettuce, and Egg Salad Wraps

egg wrap

This wrap gives you all the goodness of a classic BLT in a keto-friendly package. Crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, and hard-boiled eggs come together for easy on-the-go munching.

2. Deli-Style Egg Salad with Avocado Cup

egg salad

Want to make your egg salad (from recipe #1) go a little further? With keto powerhouses like egg and avocado, you get a creamy bite of energy with every mouthful.

3. Ultimate Veggie Burgers

veggie burgers

Ketonians love their meat, but if you’re wanting something a bit different, look no further! These are loaded with plant-based goodness, in a delightful blend of cauliflower, zucchini, mushrooms, and savory seasonings. Enjoy these guilt-free burgers on busy workdays and savor the taste of a satisfying meal.

Bonus: Burger Bowl

4. Leek and Asparagus Quiche

Leek and Asparagus Quiche

The creamy, custard-like texture combined with the earthy flavors of leeks and asparagus will make you feel like you’re at an elegant Parisian restaurant—not the office break room. Make it in advance, and you’ll have a week’s worth of gourmet lunches ready to go.

5. Apple Cheddar Sausage Rolls

apple sausage rolls

Juicy sausages wrapped in a delicate keto pastry, these have wayyyy more flavor than the old coffee shop baked goods you used to have.

6. Keto Chow Turkey Tamales

turkey tamales

A delicious twist on the classic Mexican dish. Packed with juicy turkey and savory spices, these tamales are perfect for lunch or a midday fiesta! (Not siesta, mind you—reserve that for after lunch…)

7. Creamy Sausage Pumpkin Soup

sausage soup

This is a favorite around the Keto Chow offices. This heartwarming bowl of goodness will keep you cozy and content during your work lunch break. The combination of sausage, pumpkin, and a touch of creaminess will have you savoring every spoonful.

8. Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

chicken cordon bleu casserole

This quick and easy casserole version of the traditional French dish feels just as luxurious but is super easy to make. Just bring a slice or two with you for a lunch that is just as filling as it is delicious.

9. Creamy Tomato Basil Vegetable Egg Bake

Creamy Tomato Basil Vegetable Egg Bake

We believe in breakfast for every meal. (I mean who doesn’t love eggs, right?) 

10. Creamy Tomato Pizza Pinwheels

pizza pinwheels

Craving pizza without the carbs? These tasty pinwheels filled with a delicious tomato sauce and creamy mozzarella will conquer your pizza cravings and keep you on track with your keto goals.

11. Savory Chicken Casserole

Savory Chicken Casserole

A comfort food classic that is warm and hearty, and will keep you going strong all afternoon.

12. Salisbury Steak Meatloaf

Salisbury Steak Meatloaf

Savor the rich taste of seasoned ground beef, caramelized onions, and savory gravy, all in one scrumptious package.

13. Reuben Keto Sandwich

reuben keto sandwich

Get ready for a classic deli-style treat with this Reuben. All the flavor of the traditional version, minus the carbs.

14. Almost Pumpernickel Low-Carb Bread

pumpernickel bread

Any kind of sandwich makes for a good lunch—and with this keto bread, it will feel just like you got it from the best deli in town.

15. Creamy Garden Soup

garden soup

Choose your favorite keto-friendly veggies and enjoy them in a nourishing and comforting bowl of soup that’s perfect for your work lunch. Perfect for a refreshing lunch during the summer.

16. Spicy Taco Cauliflower Rice

spicy cauliflower rice

Taco Tuesday gets a keto-friendly twist! Loaded with Mexican spices, this dish will satisfy your taco cravings without the carb overload.

17. Chicken Bacon Ranch Chaffle

ranch chaffle

Chaffles are all the rage in the keto world, and this takes them to a whole new level—like an entire sandwich in two mini waffles.

18. Ham and Swiss Chaffle

ham and swiss chaffle

Another sandwich-inspired savory chaffle that you can eat as is, or use as the “bread” for any kind of sandwich you’re craving!

19. Spring Salad with Creamy Tomato Basil Dressing

spring salad

Perfect for the warmer months, or when you just want to add a bit of color to your lunch!

20. Tuna Mushroom Salad

tuna mushroom salad

Ditch the ordinary tuna salad for this keto-fied version. The addition of mushrooms and a zesty dressing makes this lunch option a standout choice for keto enthusiasts.

21. Keto Big Mac Salad

big mac salad

Craving fast food without the guilt? This Keto Big Mac Salad brings all the classic flavors of a beloved burger in a salad form.

22. Keto Pasta Salad

keto pasta salad

Yes, you read that right! Pasta salad! Packed with keto-friendly ingredients, this dish will remind you of traditional pasta salad without the high carb count.

Looking for more recipe inspiration?

Check out our huge collection of recipes! They’re all gluten free and keto friendly.

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