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Full Course Keto Christmas Dinner Wagyu Ribeye Recipe

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Celebrate Christmas with a keto-friendly surf and turf feast that includes pan-seared Wagyu ribeye and lemon-butter salmon, creamy crab dip, cauliflower au gratin, bacon-wrapped green beans, and keto chocolate mousse for dessert. This low-carb, flavorful spread is perfect for a festive gathering without breaking your keto diet.

 

Ingredients

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Appetizer: Creamy Keto Crab Dip

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup lump crab meat, drained
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 green onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Chopped parsley, for garnish

Main Course: Surf & Turf

  • Pan-Seared Wagyu Ribeye
    • 2 Wagyu ribeye steaks (1 inch thick)
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
    • 2 tbsp butter
    • 1 clove garlic, smashed
    • Fresh rosemary sprigs
  • Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter
    • 2 salmon fillets
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
    • 2 tbsp butter, melted
    • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
    • 1 tsp fresh dill (optional)
    • Lemon slices, for garnish

Side Dishes

  • Cauliflower Au Gratin
    • 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • 1 cup shredded Gruyère or cheddar cheese
    • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
    • Fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Bacon-Wrapped Green Beans
    • 1 lb green beans, trimmed
    • 8–10 strips bacon
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 clove garlic, minced

Salad: Cherry Tomato Caprese

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls, halved
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Dessert: Keto Chocolate Mousse

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Whipped cream and berries, for topping

Instructions

Appetizer: Creamy Keto Crab Dip

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Mix cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, crab meat, green onion, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread in a baking dish, bake for 20 minutes or until bubbling and golden.
  4. Garnish with parsley; serve with keto crackers or veggie sticks.

Main Course: Surf & Turf

  1. Pan-Seared Wagyu Ribeye
    • Season steaks with salt and pepper; let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
    • Heat cast-iron skillet, add butter, and sear steaks for 3-4 minutes per side.
    • Add garlic and rosemary, spoon butter over steaks. Rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter
    • Preheat oven to 375°F.
    • Place salmon on baking sheet, season with salt and pepper.
    • Drizzle lemon-butter mixture, bake for 12-15 minutes. Garnish with lemon slices.

Side Dishes

  1. Cauliflower Au Gratin
    • Boil cauliflower for 5 minutes; drain. Arrange in baking dish with heavy cream and cheeses.
    • Bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly.
  2. Bacon-Wrapped Green Beans
    • Wrap small bundles of green beans with bacon, secure with a toothpick.
    • Bake at 400°F for 15-20 minutes until bacon is crispy.

Salad: Cherry Tomato Caprese

  1. Arrange cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil on platter.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Dessert: Keto Chocolate Mousse

  1. Warm ½ cup heavy cream, melt chocolate chips and vanilla.
  2. Whip remaining cream to stiff peaks. Fold in chocolate.
  3. Chill for 1 hour; top with whipped cream and berries.

Notes

  • Prepare the mousse ahead of time for easy serving.
  • Bake crab dip just before serving so it’s warm for guests.
  • Cooking Wagyu rare to medium-rare is ideal for the best texture.
  • For a touch of sweetness, brush green beans with sugar-free maple syrup before baking.

Please note: The recipe or ingredients shown in the video might vary slightly from what’s listed here. Use the video as an illustration, but for the best results, you might want to stick to the recipe provided in this article.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-christmas-wagyu-steak-and-salmon-feast/