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Keto Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad

Keto Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad Easy

A fresh, low-carb salad made with juicy grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and crisp greens. Perfect for a quick keto-friendly lunch or dinner that’s filling, healthy, and easy to make.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American, Keto, Low Carb
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 cups mixed greens spinach, romaine, or lettuce
  • 1 large avocado sliced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cucumber sliced
  • 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta or parmesan cheese optional
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken: Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Grill the chicken: Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium heat. Cook chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
  3. Rest and slice: Remove chicken from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice into strips.
  4. Prepare the salad base: In a large bowl, add mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  5. Add avocado and chicken: Top the salad with sliced avocado and grilled chicken.
  6. Make the dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, mustard (if using), salt, and pepper.
  7. Assemble and serve: Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss lightly before serving.

Notes

  • Use ripe avocado for the best creamy texture
  • Keep dressing separate if meal prepping
  • You can swap chicken with shrimp or salmon
  • Add bacon for extra keto-friendly fat
  • Avoid store-bought dressings with added sugar