Fresh Vegetables
For these foods, opt for organic ones or better yet, grow your own to avoid all pesticide toxins. Avoid starchy vegetables (corn, sweet potatoes, potatoes, peas, and winter squash) that are high in carbs. Instead, opt for moderate intake of sweet vegetables (squashes, peppers, tomatoes, and carrots). Vegetables that make it to the list are:
· Celery
· Collard Greens
· Onions (high in sugar; moderate intake)
· Alfalfa Sprouts
· Beet Greens
· Broccoli
· Spinach
· Dandelion Greens
· Bamboo Shoots
· Cabbage
· Brussels sprouts
· Garlic
· Mushrooms
· Shallots
· Kale
· Bok Choy
· Sauerkraut
· Chives
· Celery Root
· Swiss chard
· Cauliflower
· Snow Peas
· Bean Sprouts
· Olives
· Cucumbers
· Salad greens and lettuces: Romaine, Arugula, Fennel, Bok Choy, Boston lettuce, Endive, Mache, Escarole, Sorrel, Radicchio, Chicory Water Chestnuts
· Turnips
· Scallions
· Dill Pickles
· Leeks
· Radishes
· Chard
· Asparagus
Spices
Here are spices allowed on the keto diet:
· Sea salt
· Peppermint
· Ginger
· Basil
· Chili pepper
· Cloves
· Thyme
· Cilantro or coriander seeds
· Rosemary
· Black pepper
· Cumin seeds
· Oregano
· Turmeric
· Cayenne pepper
· Cinnamon
· Mustard seeds
· Parsley
· Dill
· Sage