Simple Keto Meals for Two: Easy Recipes and a Child Safety Note

Here are three simple keto-style meals, each serving two. Important: ketogenic diets are restrictive. A 7-year-old should not follow one unless a qualified healthcare professional recommends and supervises it. If you are cooking together, ask an adult to handle knives and hot pans.

1. Cheesy Egg and Spinach Scramble

Ingredients: 4 eggs, 1 cup spinach, ¼ cup shredded cheese, 1 teaspoon butter or oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

1. An adult melts the butter in a pan over medium-low heat.
2. Add the spinach and stir until it wilts.
3. Beat the eggs, pour them into the pan, and stir gently until cooked.
4. Sprinkle with cheese and serve.

2. Chicken, Avocado, and Lettuce Bowls

Ingredients: 1½ cups cooked chicken, 1 avocado, 4 cups chopped lettuce, 2 tablespoons olive-oil dressing, and a little salt and pepper.

1. Divide the lettuce between two bowls.
2. Add the chicken and sliced avocado.
3. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.

Use fully cooked chicken; an adult should prepare or check it.

3. Salmon with Broccoli

Ingredients: 2 salmon fillets, 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon wedges, and a little salt and pepper.

1. An adult heats the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Place the salmon and broccoli on a baking tray. Drizzle with oil and season lightly.
3. Bake for about 12–15 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily. Cooking time depends on thickness.
4. Serve with lemon.

Easy swaps: Replace salmon with chicken or tofu, or use another non-starchy vegetable. For children, serve a balanced variety of foods rather than imposing a keto diet.