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    Home » Blog » 15+ Quick & Easy Microwave Recipes that are Low Carb & Keto

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

    Published: Dec 31, 2020 · Modified: Oct 29, 2025 by Cathy Chenard · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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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.

    4 images of low-carb and keto friendly microwave dishes including asparagus, soup, cookies and a muffin.

    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!

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

    15+ Easy Low-Carb Microwave Recipes

    High Protein Cottage Cheese Enchilada Bowl
    This quick and easy high-protein, low-carb cottage cheese enchilada bowl is deliciously cheesy, creamy, spicy and full of enchilada goodness!
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    High Protein Blueberry Mug Muffin (Low Carb Too!)
    This high-protein, low-carb blueberry mug muffin is made with cottage cheese, almond flour and sugar-free sweetener for yummy treat that’s ready in 2 minutes.
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    Microwave Cottage Cheese Egg Muffin (High Protein)
    This easy microwave cottage cheese egg muffin is high in protein, low in carbs, and perfect for busy mornings, all in just 5 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 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!
    Check out this recipe
    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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    Low Carb & Protein Pancake Bowl (Microwave Recipe)
    This 2-minute, microwave low-carb pancake bowl is fluffy, protein-packed, and delicious for a quick, on-the-go breakfast.
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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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    Cacio e Pepe Microwave Green Beans
    Steaming green beans in the microwave is one of the easiest ways to prepare them and cacio e pepe is one of the tastiest ways to dress them!
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    Microwave Cottage Cheese Chicken & Broccoli Bowl (High Protein)
    This microwave cottage cheese chicken and broccoli bowl tastes just like the casserole dish, but is high in protein, low in carbs and much healthier!
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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!
    Check out this recipe

    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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