Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List

• Why You Need My Keto Stuffed Mushroom Recipe
• Ingredients & Substitutions
• How To Make Keto Stuffed Mushrooms
• More Keto Appetizer Recipes
• My Tools For This Recipe
• Keto Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe card
• Recipe Reviews

These keto stuffed mushrooms taste so satisfying that everyone will ask for the recipe. (Hint: there’s a lot of sausage, bacon, and cheese involved!) If you like my other cheesy keto appetizers , like spinach artichoke dip , keto crab rangoon , or spinach stuffed mushrooms , you’ll love the stuffing in these mushrooms just as much. Make them with me for a hearty app that will please a crowd — and no one will know they’re keto.

Why You Need My Keto Stuffed Mushroom Recipe

• Delicious bacon, garlic, and cheese flavors
• Creamy sausage filling with crispy bacon
• Common ingredients
• Quick prep time with simple steps
• 6.2g net carbs per serving (or less than 2.1g per mushroom)
• Naturally gluten-free and low carb appetizers!

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Ingredients & Substitutions

Here I explain the best ingredients for my keto stuffed mushrooms recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .

• Mushrooms – Cremini are my favorite variety, but white mushrooms work as well. Wipe with a damp paper towel to remove excess dirt and detach stems.

TIP: Remove mushroom stems fast!

To remove stems for keto stuffed mushrooms, hold the mushroom head with a good grip, place your thumb against the stem and gently push toward your index finger. The stem should pop out in a single piece.

• Bacon – If you aren’t a fan of cooking bacon on a skillet, you can try air fryer bacon or bacon in the oven . However, you will need extra cooking fat to brown the sausage.
• Garlic – Mince it fresh for the best flavor, or use jarred minced garlic .
• Ground Italian Sausage – Use any spice level you prefer. You can also substitute ground beef or ground turkey if you prefer.
• Cream Cheese – My keto stuffed mushrooms recipe uses a full-fat variety, but lower fat versions (or neufchâtel cheese) will also work.
• Fresh Parsley – Although fresh is best, you could use 2 teaspoons dried parsley instead of the 2 tablespoons fresh. You could also substitute fresh basil, or use 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning instead.
• Mozzarella Cheese – You can shred fresh or get pre-shredded. Cheddar cheese would also taste great!
• Grated Parmesan Cheese – I used parmesan cheese in a shaker for convenience, but freshly grated parmesan would give you a fresher, creamier taste.

What about salt and pepper?

This recipe doesn’t have any, because ground sausage is typically already seasoned well, and several of the other ingredients are salty. However, you can lightly season the mushrooms if you like.

How To Make Keto Stuffed Mushrooms

I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .

1. Prep mushrooms. Preheat the oven. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or foil. Place the mushroom caps, open side up, on the sheet pan with space between them. Set aside.
2. Cook bacon. Arrange bacon in a single layer on a cold large skillet . Heat over medium heat, turning occasionally, until browned and crispy. Remove bacon to a paper towel lined plate, leaving remaining grease in the skillet, and set aside.

1. Saute garlic. Add minced garlic to the skillet. Saute until fragrant.
2. Cook sausage. Add ground sausage. Cook, stirring and breaking apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease.

1. Add cheeses. Stir in the cream cheese, fresh parsley, mozzarella, and parmesan, until smooth.
2. Add bacon. Chop or crumble the bacon. Stir into the sausage mixture.

1. Stuff. Spoon the sausage cream cheese mixture into the keto stuffed mushroom caps, filling them very full.
2. Top. Add more mozzarella on the top. Press the cheese into the tops of low carb stuffed mushrooms to help it stick.
3. Bake. Cook keto stuffed mushrooms in the oven until the tops are golden brown. Cover the top with foil (make sure the foil is not touching the cheese), and continue baking until mushrooms are soft.

More Keto Appetizer Recipes

If you liked my keto stuffed mushrooms, and you’re looking for more low carb appetizer recipes, here are some of my other favorites that please any crowd:

My Tools For This Recipe

• Sheet Pan – My favorite one is available at Amazon or Target , and it’s warp-resistant, so the mushrooms won’t roll around as you bake them.
• Large Skillet – I love this one for even heating.

Recipe Video

Ingredients

Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.

• 1 lb Cremini mushrooms (stems removed; ~18 pieces) ▢
• 5 slices Bacon ▢
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced) ▢
• 3/4 lb Ground Italian sausage ▢
• 4 oz Cream cheese (cut into small chunks) ▢
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley ▢
• 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded, divided) ▢
• 1/4 cup Grated parmesan cheese ▢

Instructions

Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or foil .
2. Place the mushroom caps (without stems), open side up, on the sheet pan, with space between them. Set aside.
3. Arrange the bacon in a single layer on a cold large skillet . Heat over medium heat for about 10 minutes , turning occasionally, until browned and crispy. Remove the bacon to a paper towel lined plate, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet, and set aside.
4. Add the minced garlic to the skillet. Saute for about 1 minute over medium heat, until fragrant.
5. Add the ground sausage. Increase heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring and breaking apart with a spatula, for 8-10 minutes , until browned and cooked through. Drain any grease from the skillet.
6. Stir in the cream cheese, fresh parsley, 1/4 cup of mozzarella, and 1/4 cup of parmesan, until smooth.
7. Chop or crumble the bacon. Stir into the sausage mixture.
8. Spoon the sausage filling into the mushroom caps, filling them very full.
9. Top the mushrooms with remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella, about 3/4 teaspoon per mushroom. Press the cheese into the tops to help it stick.
10. Bake keto stuffed mushrooms for 10 minutes , until the cheese is golden brown.
11. Tent the top with foil (make sure the foil is not touching the cheese), and bake about 10 more minutes , until the mushrooms are soft.

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Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size : 3 stuffed mushrooms

• Store: Let stuffed mushrooms cool, then keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Reheat: Bake at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes or microwave until warm.
• Freeze: Freeze on a baking sheet first, then transfer to a container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge or reheat from frozen at 350 degrees F.

I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .

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Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List

• Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?
• The Basic Keto Meal Formula
• Understanding Macros
• Keto Food Swaps
• Keto Food List
• Electrolyte Basics
• Keto Diet Types
• Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?
• Recipe Reviews

Even though I have a great guide to starting a keto diet , people often ask me for a quick keto cheat sheet they can use. That’s why I created this simple keto diet cheat sheet , so that you can have all the info you need handy. We’ll cover the basic keto formula for building meals, foods to eat and to avoid, delicious keto swaps for high-carb foods, electrolyte basics, and 4 ways to follow the keto lifestyle.

You can keep reading to view this info, or download my keto cheat sheet printable pdf to print out or save ad-free on any device (plus the pdf has more details!).

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1. Keto food list (230+ foods) – Super detailed & color-coded, with net carb counts, so you’ll know exactly what to eat.
2. Foods to avoid on keto – Detailed and specific list so that you know exactly what to watch out for.
3. Macros cheat sheet – Explains everything you need to know about macros to succeed on keto.
4. Keto food swaps (60+ foods) – Covers virtually every food you love, so you don’t have to miss out!
5. Keto meal formula – With specific food ideas, so it’s easy to mix-and-match.
6. Keto flu guide – Understand what it is and exactly how to avoid it.
7. Electrolyte cheat sheet – With whole food ideas + bonus keto tips.
8. Keto Diet Types – Summary of 4 ways to do keto, so you can choose what fits you best.
9. FOUR (4!) Keto Swaps Recipe EBooks – Dozens of recipes to replace bread, rice, potatoes, pasta, desserts, and other carbs you’d otherwise miss.

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The Basic Keto Meal Formula

Eating keto doesn’t have to be complicated! While there are plenty of delicious easy keto recipes to choose from, you don’t even have to cook from a recipe to get started.

Simply follow the keto cheat sheet formula of protein + veggie + fat for your meals.

Be sure to choose a moderate amount of protein, only low carb vegetables (mostly ones that grow above ground), and generous fat to attain an optimal macro ratio. That’s approximately 60-75% of calories from fat, 20-25% protein, and 5-10% from carbohydrates. The table below will give you ideas for what to choose.

Understanding Macros

Macros are macronutrients for short. They include fat, protein, and carbohydrates.

You can calculate your own macros using the macro calculator , but the macro keto cheat sheet below will explain how to look at macros when following a keto lifestyle.

Carbs Are A Limit.

Keeping carbs low is what gets you into ketosis and keeps you there. Ketosis means that you’re using fat as your primary energy source instead of sugar, and requires keeping carbs very low.

A good starting point is 20-25 grams net carbs per day, but you can experiment after a few weeks to see if your body stays in ketosis at higher levels. People who are very active may be able to do more and stay in ketosis, up to around 50 grams per day.

“Carbs are a limit” means that you set a limit for how many carbs to eat per day and don’t exceed it. You don’t have to hit that limit, so if you’re under that’s okay, just don’t go over. Ideally most of your carbs would come from low carb vegetables, and if you’re eating enough veggies, you’ll usually get close to the limit naturally.

A common misconception is that reaching ketosis requires a certain macro ratio, but it’s really only restricting your carb intake that gets you there [ * ]. In the absence of sufficient carbs to use as energy, the body will switch to using fat as fuel. This is called the metabolic state of ketosis.

Protein Is A Goal.

Protein is made up of amino acids, the building blocks of all our cells. It’s a crucial for keeping our muscles strong and for many cellular functions [ * ].

“Protein is a goal” means that you always want to eat enough protein to reach the goal each day, but not exceed it too much. You want enough for your needs, but excess protein can trigger gluconeogenesis, which is protein being converted to sugar [ * ] and can kick you out of ketosis.

Fat Is A Lever.

Fat is the primary macronutrient in a keto lifestyle, because being in ketosis means that fat is your primary fuel source. Fat as a fuel source will come from your food, and if you are losing weight, from your body.

A big advantage of a keto lifestyle is the high fat intake. It keeps you full and satisfied, making it easier to stick to, and using it as the primary fuel source makes it easier on your body to burn body fat, with a lower chance of breaking down your muscle (provided you get enough protein).

Aside from reaching your protein goal and limiting your carbs, the remainder of your calories on a keto diet comes from fat.

Don’t fear fat – it’s your main energy source on keto, and getting enough of it trains your body to use fat for fuel instead of sugar. That means that as long as you are not overdoing your overall calorie intake, you’ll efficiently burn your body fat for fuel as well.

“Fat is a lever” means that you can increase or decrease your fat intake depending on your goals and hunger levels. Increase it (along with exercise) to gain muscle, or decrease it to lose weight.

Keto Food Swaps

One of my favorite challenges is creating recipes, or just discovering, keto food swaps. These are delicious keto replacements for traditionally high-carb or high-sugar foods.

So, I created this keto diet cheat sheet with all the swaps in one place! I also have more keto food swaps in my Easy Keto Cookbook .

Keto Swaps For Breakfast

Keto Swaps For Bread

Keto Swaps For Meals & Side Dishes

Keto Swaps For Snacks & Sauces

Keto Swaps For Cooking & Baking

Keto Swaps For Drinks

If you’re looking specifically for keto alcohol options, browse the full keto alcohol guide .

Keto Food List

When looking for a keto cheat sheet printable, the most-requested information is a keto food list.

The great thing is that keto doesn’t have to feel restrictive. It’s incredibly satisfying and there’s such a wide variety of foods you can eat!

Foods To Eat On Keto

• Leafy greens – Such as spinach, chard, and lettuce.
• Above-ground veggies – Such as peppers, zucchini, and cauliflower.
• Full-fat cream & cheese – Such as heavy cream, sour cream, and full-fat hard cheeses.
• Natural meats – Such as beef, lamb, and pork.
• Berries – Such as raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries.
• Avocados
• Unsweetened nut milks – Such as almond milk and coconut milk.
• Almond flour and coconut flour
• Eggs
• Healthy fats – Such as coconut oil, avocado oil, olive oil and butter.

Foods To Avoid On Keto

• White flour & sugar
• Rice & grains – Such as barley, wheat, and corn.
• Milk & yogurt – Such as fruit on the bottom yogurt, sweetened Greek yogurt, and all milk.
• Cereal
• Processed food – Such as granola bars, candy
• Most fruit – Such as apples, bananas, and grapes
• Hydrogenated fats – Such as vegetable oil, soybean oil, and margarine
• Sweetened beverages & condiments – Such as soda, ketchup, and sweet dressings
• Starchy veggies – Such as peas, carrots, and beets.
• Potatoes – Such as sweet potatoes and white potatoes.

That’s the short keto diet cheat sheet version of all the keto food categories, but I recommend downloading the full Keto Cheat Sheet System. It includes a super detailed printable keto food list with over 100 items, including 2 color-coded pages with net carb counts, along with 6 more pages of keto cheat sheets:

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Electrolyte Basics

Getting enough electrolytes is crucial for anyone, but especially so on a keto diet. The reason is that ketosis has a diuretic effect, which increases excretion of water and electrolytes, especially sodium [ * ]. This is often the cause of the keto flu.

For more details on electrolytes and avoiding keto flu, check out the full keto flu guide here .

The important thing to know about electrolytes is that replenishing them will keep keto flu away and keep your body functioning well. I always recommend an electrolyte drink and whole food sources of anything your body needs before resorting to supplements, so I made a list of what to eat to get each of the 3 major electrolytes – sodium, magnesium and potassium.

Here’s your keto diet cheat sheet for getting electrolytes from food:

Keto Diet Types

People follow a keto lifestyle for different reasons. Some do it just to lose weight, others are after better overall health, increased energy, and reduced inflammation.

Strictly speaking, the defining factor of a keto diet is the metabolic state of ketosis, which is achieved by restricting carbs. However, many people (myself included) also reduce or eliminate processed, inflammatory, or low-nutrient foods.

Below is your keto cheat sheet summary of the different ways that people follow keto. You choose what works best for your goals and lifestyle!

• Strict Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, count all calories and macros, and eat clean, unprocessed foods.
• Lazy Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, and track only net carbs OR eat keto foods without tracking.
• Dirty Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, with “if it fits your macros” approach including processed foods.
• Low Carb – Up to 50-100g net carbs daily, less strict.

For a more detailed listing of these different types of keto with pros and cons, grab the Easy Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF below!

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Get all this information and MORE in convenient printer-friendly format – 13 cheat sheet pages you can take with you anywhere or keep in your kitchen, plus 4 recipe cookbooks! Includes:

1. Keto food list (230+ foods) – Super detailed & color-coded, with net carb counts, so you’ll know exactly what to eat.
2. Foods to avoid on keto – Detailed and specific list so that you know exactly what to watch out for.
3. Macros cheat sheet – Explains everything you need to know about macros to succeed on keto.
4. Keto food swaps (60+ swaps) – Covers virtually every food you love, so you don’t have to miss out!
5. Keto meal formula – With specific food ideas, so it’s easy to mix-and-match.
6. Keto flu guide – Understand what it is and exactly how to avoid it.
7. Electrolyte cheat sheet – With whole food ideas + bonus keto tips.
8. Keto Diet Types – Summary of 4 ways to do keto, so you can choose what fits you best.
9. FOUR (4!) Keto Swaps Recipe EBooks – Dozens of recipes to replace bread, rice, potatoes, pasta, desserts, and other carbs you’d otherwise miss.

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Keto Stuffed Mushrooms

These keto stuffed mushrooms are loaded with flavor from bacon, sausage, garlic, cream cheese, mozzarella, and parmesan. So easy to make!

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Ingredients

• 1 lb Cremini mushrooms (stems removed; ~18 pieces)
• 5 slices Bacon
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 3/4 lb Ground Italian sausage
• 4 oz Cream cheese (cut into small chunks)
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded, divided)
• 1/4 cup Grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or foil .
2. Place the mushroom caps (without stems), open side up, on the sheet pan, with space between them. Set aside.
3. Arrange the bacon in a single layer on a cold large skillet . Heat over medium heat for about 10 minutes , turning occasionally, until browned and crispy. Remove the bacon to a paper towel lined plate, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet, and set aside.
4. Add the minced garlic to the skillet. Saute for about 1 minute over medium heat, until fragrant.
5. Add the ground sausage. Increase heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring and breaking apart with a spatula, for 8-10 minutes , until browned and cooked through. Drain any grease from the skillet.
6. Stir in the cream cheese, fresh parsley, 1/4 cup of mozzarella, and 1/4 cup of parmesan, until smooth.
7. Chop or crumble the bacon. Stir into the sausage mixture.
8. Spoon the sausage filling into the mushroom caps, filling them very full.
9. Top the mushrooms with remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella, about 3/4 teaspoon per mushroom. Press the cheese into the tops to help it stick.
10. Bake keto stuffed mushrooms for 10 minutes , until the cheese is golden brown.
11. Tent the top with foil (make sure the foil is not touching the cheese), and bake about 10 more minutes , until the mushrooms are soft.

Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size : 3 stuffed mushrooms

• Store: Let stuffed mushrooms cool, then keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Reheat: Bake at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes or microwave until warm.
• Freeze: Freeze on a baking sheet first, then transfer to a container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge or reheat from frozen at 350 degrees F.

I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .

© Copyright Maya Krampf for Wholesome Yum. Please DO NOT SCREENSHOT OR COPY/PASTE recipes to social media or websites. We’d LOVE for you to share a link with photo instead. :)