Starting keto can feel overwhelming at first, especially when every supermarket aisle seems packed with high-carb convenience foods. The good news is that lazy keto keeps things simple. Instead of counting every macro or spending hours meal prepping, a lazy keto approach focuses on easy, repeatable meals built around low-carb whole foods, healthy fats, and straightforward ingredients you can always keep on hand. In this guide, we’re sharing the ultimate lazy keto shopping list to help you stock your kitchen with practical, minimally processed staples that make low-carb eating feel realistic, affordable, and sustainable — even on busy days. Whether you’re brand new to keto or just want a simpler way to stay consistent, this list will make your weekly food shop much easier. Inspired by the growing popularity of “minimal prep keto” and whole-food low-carb eating, this approach prioritises simplicity, flexibility, and real food over perfection.
This shopping list has been edited to remove any highly processed foods.
Protein
- Eggs
- Chicken thighs
- Whole chicken
- Beef mince
- Steak
- Lamb chops
- Pork belly
- Salmon
- Mackerel
- Sardines in olive oil
- Fresh prawns
- Tinned tuna in olive oil
Dairy
- Cheddar
- Parmesan
- Mozzarella
- Halloumi
- Feta
- Full-fat Greek yoghurt
- Butter
- Double cream
Vegetables
- Spinach
- Kale
- Rocket
- Lettuce
- Cucumbers
- Courgettes
- Aubergines
- Mushrooms
- Cauliflower
- Broccoli
- Green beans
- Cabbage
- Avocados
- Asparagus
Healthy fats
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Avocado oil
- Coconut oil
- Ghee
- Olives
- Avocados
Nuts and seeds
- Macadamias
- Pecans
- Walnuts
- Almonds
- Chia seeds
- Flaxseed
- Pumpkin seeds
Herbs, spices and flavourings
- Sea salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Fresh herbs
- Paprika
- Cumin
- Chilli flakes
- Cinnamon
- Apple cider vinegar
- Lemon juice
Keto-friendliest fruits
- Strawberries
- Raspberries
- Blackberries
- Blueberries (smaller amounts)
- Avocados
- Olives
- Lemons and limes for flavouring
Freezer basics
- Frozen broccoli
- Frozen cauliflower
- Frozen spinach
- Frozen salmon fillets
- Frozen berries (small amounts)
Drinks
- Water
- Sparkling water
- Tea
- Coffee
- Unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk
Extremely simple meal combinations
Breakfast:
- Eggs cooked in butter
- Greek yoghurt with chia seeds and walnuts
- Omelette with spinach and cheese
Lunch:
- Chicken thighs with salad and olive oil
- Sardines with avocado and cucumber
- Beef mince bowl with greens
Dinner:
- Salmon with broccoli and butter
- Steak with mushrooms
- Lamb chops with cauliflower mash
- Roast chicken with green veg
Snack:
- Olives
- Cheese
- Nuts
- Boiled eggs
- Cucumber with salt and olive oil
- egg / mayo
Minimal-effort cooking methods
- Roast a tray of chicken thighs and veg together
- Pan-fry steak or salmon in butter
- Steam frozen broccoli and add olive oil
- Cook beef mince with spices and greens
- Make large salads with olive oil and protein
These food ideas keeps ingredients close to whole foods while still being practical and low-effort.