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    Home » Appetizers

    Low Carb Parmesan Baskets

    Published: Sep 13, 2011 · Updated: Nov 9, 2022 by Angela Coleby · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads ·

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    These low carb Parmesan baskets are so simple to make.  It's basically a bowl made out of cheese!  Fill with a salad or even a chili.  Eat the contents, then eat the bowl!  A great low carb and gluten free dish.  

    You can make mini bowls or medium sized ones. Mini bowls could make a pretty and delicious appetizer.  

    filled parmesan baskets

    This is for cheese fans and is a great low carb/gluten free way to serve a salad! Using Parmesan that is cooked in a pan.  You could add herbs and spices to the cheese mixture too.  Make it your own and have a play around with the flavours. I had this for lunch today and in the bowl put cherry tomatoes, baby mozzarellas, olives, salad leaves and a handful of basil leaves.  As well as looking bright and colourful it was tasty and delicious.

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    • CARBS IN PARMESAN CHEESE
    • INGREDIENTS
    • HOW TO MAKE A PARMESAN BASKET
    • STORAGE
    • VARIATIONS
    • FILLING SUGGESTIONS
    • Low Carb Parmesan Baskets

    CARBS IN PARMESAN CHEESE

    Although there are very few carbs in cheese, some do contain a higher carb content than others. Parmesan cheese is very low in carbohydrates with 0.9 grams in a 1oz (28g) serving.

    If you are vegetarian, Parmesan cheese is not suitable for you as it's made with animal rennet. There are a few vegetarian Parmesan cheese brands available though, so read the labels carefully. If it does not have vegetarian on it, it's not a vegetarian Parmesan.

    INGREDIENTS

    You just need one ingredient for this recipe. Parmesan. That's it!

    parmesan cheese

    Fresh parmesan is preferable but you could use the grated parmesan sold in supermarkets. The grated powdery dry Parmesan cheese is not suitable.

    HOW TO MAKE A PARMESAN BASKET

    You don't have to make a bowl with this, you could cook the Parmesan and then leave it to cool in another shape.  Break off pieces to put over salad or soup.  Or just nibble on it as a snack. Cheesy goodness!

    shredded cheese in pan

    Scatter about ½ cup of Parmesan in a frying pan on a medium heat. Cook for 2-3 mins on one side, then flip over to cook the other side.

    molded parmesan baskets

    Remove from pan and place on a bowl or muffin tin. Press around the bowl and leave to cool. You could use a smaller bowl.

    parmesan baskets

    Once cool, remove the Parmesan baskets

    parmesan cheese baskets

    Fill with dips, salad or anything you want!

    Parmesan Cheese Baskets

    STORAGE

    These parmesan baskets can be made ahead of filling and stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container. They will last up to 5-7 days unfilled. Once the are filled the storage time reduces depending upon the filling as anything wet, like a dip, will start to moisten the cheese basket if left overnight.

    VARIATIONS

    You could add flavors to the Parmesan cheese before cooking the baskets. For a spicier basket add chili or cayenne pepper. Add dried herbs like thyme or oregano.

    parmesan cheese baskets

    FILLING SUGGESTIONS

    The parmesan baskets make a delicious snack by themselves but they are better filled. A few filling suggestions are:

    • Spinach and artichoke cream cheese dip
    • Cranberry Jalapeno Dip
    • Caprese salad with mini mozzarella balls
    • Crab dip
    • Guacamole
    • Shrimp cocktail

    The possibilities are endless! Let use know what filling you prefer.

    OTHER LOW CARB CHEESE APPETIZERS TO ENJOY

    Walnut Baked Camembert

    Spicy Halloumi Fries

    Rosemary Garlic Flatbread

    Boursin Garlic & Herb Cheese Spread

    This post was originally posted in September 2011. We have updated the photographs and content but the recipe is untouched.

    parmesan baskets

    Low Carb Parmesan Baskets

    Angela Coleby
    These parmesan baskets are easy to make and can be made in any size you wish. Fill them parmesan cheese baskets with salad or dips
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Cooking time 15 mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American, Low Carb
    Servings 4 small baskets
    Calories 216 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 cups Parmesan cheese grated

    Instructions
     

    • Heat a frying pan on a low to medium heat.
    • Scatter about ½ cup of Parmesan in the frying pan and covering it in a thin layer.
    • Cook for 2-3 mins on one side, then flip over to cook the other side.
    • Remove from pan and place on a bowl or muffin tin. Press around the bowl and leave to cool. (I used a small soup bowl). You could use a smaller bowl. Or fashion it into another shape. Rather like a glass blower!
    • Remove the Parmesan cheese basket and fill with filling of your choice.
    • Eat and enjoy!

    Notes

    The net carbs will be the total carb count minus the fibre count. Carb count excludes sugar alcohols.
    Any nutritional analysis on the website is based on an estimate, calculated by http://nutritiondata.self.com from the individual ingredients in each recipe. Variations may occur for various reasons, including product availability and food preparation. We make no representation or warranty of the accuracy of this information.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1basketCalories: 216kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 19gFat: 14g
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    1. Eileen

      September 18, 2014 at 10:59 am

      Wow how awesome are your recipes... I just started a low carb diet and you have inspired me to be able to eat right and be satisfied... not salad all the time! ??

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      • Divalicious

        September 18, 2014 at 11:25 am

        Thanks for the kind words Eileen! Glad you found me and hope you enjoy the recipes!

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    2. seecatpurr

      October 11, 2012 at 3:33 am

      You're brilliant! Love love love... will stuff with taco meat and veggies.

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      • Divalicious

        October 13, 2012 at 9:36 am

        Shucks! So glad you like it and thanks for popping by!

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    3. dubaigirlrants@wordpress.com

      September 14, 2011 at 8:29 am

      Genius use of a bowl and the result looks stunning!

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