19 Low Carb Easter Menu Ideas to Celebrate Without All of the Extra Carbs on Your Plate

Let’s face it: Easter is typically a very high carb meal — and that’s not even counting the candy, chocolate bunnies or other sweets. However, it doesn’t have to be. I’ve rounded up 19 recipes — including appetizers, sides, main dishes and even dessert — that all have fewer carbs than you might expect. This way you can plan your Easter menu and enjoy the meal without all of the extra carbs on your plate.

Plate of stuffed beef roulade with roasted carrots, onions, and parsnips, garnished with fresh herbs. — Stuffed Beef Tenderloin with Parmesan Cheese and Root Vegetables. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Smoked Salmon Cucumber Roll

Close-up of cucumber roll-ups filled with cream cheese and smoked salmon. — Smoked Salmon Cucumber Roll. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

In my opinion, this recipe for smoked salmon cucumber roll is the perfect appetizer for holidays, family gatherings or anytime you want a refreshing, low-carb dish to serve for a party. There’s just something about the combination of fresh dill, capers, cream cheese and smoked salmon.
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Greek Salad Skewers Appetizer

Cucumber slices topped with skewers of black olives, cherry tomatoes, and cheese cubes, garnished with herbs. — Greek Salad Skewers Appetizer. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

This Greek salad skewers appetizer is basically a deconstructed Greek salad. I mean if you were to deconstruct one, what would you have? Well, beyond the lettuce and peppers, there would be cucumbers, black olives, tomatoes and feta cheese. Put it all on a stick and you’ve got a fresh, delicious appetizer.
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Low Carb Spinach Artichoke Dip in the Crock Pot

A hand holding a cracker dips it into a creamy spinach and artichoke mixture. — Low Carb Spinach Artichoke Dip in the Crock Pot. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

This low carb spinach artichoke dip that I’ve made in the Crock Pot is a take on dips that you can order as an appetizer at your favorite restaurant. You’ll love making it at home because it is so easy to do and it is lower in carbohydrates than you ever imagined. Get ready to impress your family and friends at Easter.
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Baked Goat Cheese Dip

Baked cheesy dip in a rectangular dish placed on a stone board with a leather loop handle, showing a creamy texture with browned edges. — Baked Goat Cheese Dip. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

This baked goat cheese dip has all of the ingredients that low-carb eaters love, including cream cheese. This cheese dip is so easy to bake. You’re just blending all of the ingredients, adding it to a baking dish and popping it into the oven for 15 minutes. Best of all, each serving has only two total carbs, perfect as a low-carb Easter appetizer.
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Classic Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs topped with paprika are served on a yellow platter and a green plate. A wooden spoon is nearby on a textured cloth. — Classic Deviled Eggs. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

This recipe for classic deviled eggs is my go-to whenever I’m entertaining. It is a low-carb appetizer — only one gram of carbohydrates — that is rich and delicious. You’ll feel like you are cheating with each egg you pop in your mouth. I’ll bet you can’t stop at just one.
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Low Carb Instant Pot Creamy Asparagus Soup

Two bowls of creamy instant pot asparagus soup garnished with cream and asparagus tips rest on a wooden board. A blue patterned cloth adds a touch of charm in the background. — Low Carb Instant Pot Creamy Asparagus Soup. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Low Carb Instant Pot Creamy Asparagus Soup is a delicious comforting soup that you can enjoy any time of the year. As an Easter appetizer or soup course, it is the chef’s choice whether you serve it hot or cold. This recipe is that versatile.
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Butternut Squash Soup with Coconut Milk in a Dutch Oven

A bowl of creamy orange soup topped with cream swirls and herbs, placed on a white surface next to a blue and white checkered cloth. — Butternut Squash Soup with Coconut Milk in a Dutch Oven. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

If you’re looking for an easy butternut squash soup recipe, you’ve come to the right place. This soup goes from stove to table in under 45 minutes. It’s a low-stress and low-carb addition to your Easter menu.
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Roasted Cabbage Steaks

Roasted cabbage wedges topped with chopped bacon, crumbled blue cheese, and fresh herbs on a baking tray. — Roasted Cabbage Steaks. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Who knew roasted cabbage steaks could be so delish? It’s a new-to-me way of making cabbage and I love it. Discover how it can become one of your favorites, too — whether as a side dish or the main course for a holiday meal.
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Shrimp Scampi with Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti squash with shrimp, garnished with parsley on a plate, with a fork holding a portion. — Shrimp Scampi with Spaghetti Squash. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Shrimp scampi with spaghetti squash is a delicious dish that combines the nutty and slightly sweet flavor of squash with the savory shrimp. In this recipe, I’ll show you how to roast the spaghetti squash, prepare the garlic shrimp and put it all together for a delicious vegetarian part of your Easter menu.
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Asparagus in the Air Fryer

Close-up of fresh green asparagus held by a white clip. The background is blurred with a hint of more asparagus. — Asparagus in the Air Fryer. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Asparagus is the quintessential spring vegetable and deserves a spot on your Easter table. To make things easy on yourself, cook it in the air fryer. Air frying ensures it cooks perfectly every time, giving you that ideal balance of tenderness and crispness.
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Whole Oven Roasted Chicken with Fresh Herbs

Golden-brown roasted chicken on a white plate garnished with fresh herbs. — Whole Oven Roasted Chicken with Fresh Herbs. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

This is probably the easiest oven roasted whole chicken recipe you’ll ever need for a holiday get together. Prep time is 15 minutes and this dish goes from oven to table in around one hour and a half. All that roasting time gives you time to relax and visit with family!
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Chayote Squash Gratin

A baked gratin dish with a golden, bubbly top sits in a round pan. The pan is placed on a countertop, partially covered by a checkered cloth. — Chayote Squash Gratin. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Chayote Squash Gratin is the perfect low carb gratin to satisfy your rich potato side dish cravings when you want to save carbs and avoid the potatoes. With just 5 net carbs per serving, your Easter guests will never guess that it is a low-carb recipe.
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Low Carb Marry Me Chicken

A plate with a serving of meat covered in creamy sauce, garnished with herbs. A fork rests on the plate. — Low Carb Marry Me Chicken. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

The story behind marry me chicken is that the dish is so delish that you’ll make it for someone and they’ll want you to marry them. This is a low-carb version of the popular dish Marry Me Chicken, made with sun-dried tomatoes. It could definitely work for an Easter dinner.
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Low Carb Baked Fish

Grilled fish fillet with herbs served alongside cooked asparagus on a white plate. — Low Carb Baked Fish. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

This low carb baked cod recipe made with Atlantic cod and garlic herb butter is sure to become a favorite dinner. One of the reasons it is a favorite recipe I go back to again and again is because of how quickly it comes together and how tasty it is.
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Lemon-Rosemary Bone-In Chicken Thighs in the Air Fryer

Grilled chicken thighs with various roasted potatoes and rosemary sprigs. — Lemon-Rosemary Bone-In Chicken Thighs in the Air Fryer. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Lemon-Rosemary Bone-In Chicken Thighs cooked in an air fryer is the perfect recipe for those looking for a delicious and sophisticated meal to serve for a holiday dinner. You’re working with simple ingredients and a cooking appliance that can get the meal on the table in no time.
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Pork Tenderloin in the Air Fryer

Grilled pork tenderloin garnished with sesame seeds and herbs, surrounded by fresh parsley and small red berries on a plate. Perfectly cooked in an air fryer for a succulent taste. — Pork Tenderloin in the Air Fryer. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

This pork tenderloin that you cook in the air fryer is artfully presented as a braided masterpiece, perfect for a holiday meal. It beautifully combines tender, juicy pork with savory seasonings and the creative braiding technique.
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Stuffed Beef Tenderloin with Parmesan Cheese and Root Vegetables

A roasted beef pot roast with twine, surrounded by cooked carrots, onions, and potatoes on a white platter. — Stuffed Beef Tenderloin with Parmesan Cheese and Root Vegetables. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

If you are looking for a different main course to serve for a holiday, this stuffed beef tenderloin can easily step in. Stuffed with spinach and parmesan cheese and cooked with root vegetables, it is a sophisticated step up from an Easter ham.
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Low Carb Chocolate Microwave Mug Cake

A fork holds a bite of chocolate cake topped with powdered sugar, with a mug cake in the background. — Low Carb Chocolate Microwave Mug Cake. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Whenever I’m craving something sweet, my go-to fix is this low carb chocolate mug cake that you make in the microwave. Don’t know about mug cakes yet? Be prepared for me to blow your mind. They are the easiest desserts to make — ever. For Easter you can make everyone at the table their own mug of low carb chocolate cake.
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Sugar Free Whipped Cream

Hand holding a bowl of whipped cream next to a whisk attachment on a marble surface with a textured cloth. — Sugar Free Whipped Cream. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

If you’ve never made homemade whipped cream before, you are going to be shocked at how easy it is to make a sugar free version. And with just three ingredients — all you probably already have in your pantry or refrigerator — you can make a low carb, keto whip cream in seconds to top your Easter dessert.
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