Keto Avocado Chicken Salad (Printable version)

Layered avocado, chicken, and veggies in jars for a fast, fresh low-carb meal option.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 ripe avocados, diced
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
05 - 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
06 - 1/2 cup baby spinach leaves

→ Dressing

07 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
09 - 1 garlic clove, minced
10 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

# Directions:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, sea salt, and ground black pepper until well combined.
02 - Divide the dressing evenly among the bottom of 4 large mason jars.
03 - Layer the salad ingredients in each jar in the following order: red onion, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, chicken, avocado, and baby spinach.
04 - Top each jar with chopped cilantro if desired.
05 - Seal jars tightly and refrigerate until ready to consume.
06 - Shake the jar vigorously to distribute the dressing, or pour contents into a bowl and toss to combine.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Keto & Gluten-Free: Perfectly aligned with low-carb lifestyles while remaining naturally gluten-free.
  • Mayo-Free: A zesty lime and olive oil dressing provides a light and healthy alternative to traditional salads.
  • Meal Prep Friendly: Specifically designed to be layered in mason jars for ultimate freshness and portability.
02 -
  • Shelf Life: This salad is best enjoyed within 2 days to ensure the diced avocado stays fresh and doesn't brown.
  • Ingredient Prep: Use a sharp knife for the avocado and cucumber to maintain clean edges, which helps the layers stay distinct in the jar.
  • Nutritional Balance: Each jar provides a healthy balance of 20g of fat and only 7g of carbohydrates, making it an ideal fuel for your day.
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