Keto Avocado Chicken Salad (Printable)

Protein-rich avocado and chicken layered with fresh veggies in jars for a convenient low-carb meal.

# 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, about 1 lime
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, optional

# How to Cook:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, sea salt, and ground black pepper until emulsified.
02 - Divide the prepared 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, diced chicken, avocado, and baby spinach leaves.
04 - Top each jar with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.
05 - Seal jars tightly with lids and refrigerate until ready to consume.
06 - Shake the jar vigorously to distribute dressing evenly, or pour contents into a bowl and toss thoroughly before eating.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Keto-Friendly: A low-carb, high-protein meal perfect for maintaining ketosis.
  • Mayo-Free: Uses a light and zesty lime dressing instead of traditional heavy mayonnaise.
  • Portable Prep: The mason jar layering technique keeps ingredients fresh for a convenient grab-and-go lunch.
02 -
  • Enhance the Flavor: Add a chopped jalapeño or a pinch of smoked paprika to the dressing for an extra kick.
  • Storage: This salad is best enjoyed within 2 days to ensure the avocado stays fresh and creamy.
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