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Embarking on a keto diet can be exciting and delicious. Here’s a 7-day meal plan to keep you on track, featuring a variety of tasty, low-carb meals that will help you stay in ketosis.

Day 1

Breakfast: Avocado and Bacon and Eggs
Lunch: Chicken Caesar Salad (no croutons, with avocado)
Dinner: Grilled Salmon with Asparagus and Hollandaise Sauce
Snack: A handful of almonds

Day 2

Breakfast: Keto Smoothie (unsweetened almond milk, spinach, avocado, protein powder)
Lunch: Turkey and Cheese Lettuce Wraps
Dinner: Zucchini Noodles with Pesto and Grilled Chicken
Snack: Celery sticks with cream cheese

Day 3

Breakfast: Scrambled Eggs with Spinach and Feta
Lunch: Tuna Salad Stuffed Avocado
Dinner: Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Bell Peppers (using coconut aminos)
Snack: Cheese cubes

Day 4

Breakfast: Chia Seed Pudding (made with unsweetened almond milk and topped with a few raspberries)
Lunch: Cobb Salad (with grilled chicken, bacon, hard-boiled egg, avocado, and blue cheese)
Dinner: Baked Pork Chops with Creamy Garlic Spinach
Snack: A handful of macadamia nuts

Day 5

Breakfast: Greek Yogurt with Chia Seeds and a few blueberries (full-fat, unsweetened)
Lunch: BLT Salad (bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado, and ranch dressing)
Dinner: Shrimp Scampi with Zoodles (zucchini noodles)
Snack: Bell pepper slices with guacamole

Day 6

Breakfast: Keto Pancakes (made with almond flour) topped with butter and a few strawberries
Lunch: Grilled Chicken and Avocado Salad
Dinner: Bunless Cheeseburger with a side of Brussels sprouts
Snack: A handful of pecans

Day 7

Breakfast: Omelette with Cheese, Mushrooms, and Spinach
Lunch: Egg Salad Lettuce Wraps
Dinner: Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Cauliflower Mash
Snack: Olives and cheese platter

Tips for Success

1. Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help your body adjust to the keto diet.
2. Mind Your Electrolytes: Incorporate foods high in potassium, magnesium, and sodium, or consider supplements, to avoid the “keto flu.”
3. Meal Prep: Prepare meals ahead of time to ensure you have keto-friendly options available and avoid the temptation of high-carb foods.
4. Listen to Your Body: Everyone’s nutritional needs are different, so adjust portion sizes and snack choices according to your hunger levels and activity.

Grocery List

• Proteins: Eggs, bacon, chicken breast, salmon, ground beef, shrimp, pork chops, steak, turkey slices, canned tuna
• Dairy: Full-fat Greek yogurt, feta cheese, blue cheese, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, butter
• Vegetables: Spinach, avocado, asparagus, zucchini, broccoli, bell peppers, lettuce, Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, celery
• Fruits: Raspberries, strawberries, blueberries
• Nuts and Seeds: Almonds, macadamia nuts, pecans, chia seeds
• Condiments: Coconut aminos, pesto, ranch dressing, Hollandaise sauce, mayonnaise
• Others: Unsweetened almond milk, chia seeds, protein powder, coconut oil, olive oil

This meal plan should provide a balanced, satisfying approach to the keto diet, ensuring you get a variety of nutrients while staying in ketosis. Enjoy your journey to better health!