Keto Mix Salad

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Keto Mix Salad is a tasty, nutrient-dense salad. This salad is loaded with fresh and crunchy keto vegetables, like cucumber, spinach, lettuce, and avocado, which are a refreshing base in this salad. We can add the shredded cheddar cheese, which makes the salad more indulgent, and we can also add the hard-boiled eggs and bacon or grilled chicken to make this salad more protein-rich, hearty & fulfilling. Dress the salad using simple salad dressing by combining the apple cider vinegar & olive oil, as it brings out the flavors without the extra carbs. We can easily and simply customize this recipe according to taste and preference. This Keto Mix Salad is rich in protein, fiber, & healthy fats. We can easily have this mixed salad for lunch, or also serve it as a side dish. It’s a pleasant and well-balanced lunch, dinner, or light snack.

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STATS:

  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Prep time: Fifteen mins
  • Cook time: Zero
  • Total time: Fifteen mins
  • Serving size: One bowl
  • Servings: Four
  • Cuisine: American
  • Course: Salad & Lunch
  • Diet: Keto

EQUIPMENT:

  • Knife
  • Large bowl
  • Chopping board
  • Whisk
  • Small bowl
  • Spatula

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 cups romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • ½ avocado
  • ¼ cup cucumber
  • ¼ cup cherry tomatoes
  • ¼ cup red onions
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs
  • ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Two tbsp. olive oil
  • One tbsp. apple cider vinegar
  • Salt & pepper
  • Optional: ¼ cup cooked bacon bits or grilled chicken

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

LETTUCE & SPINACH:

  • We can use the romaine lettuce and spinach, which are great options for a keto base salad because they are high in fiber and low in carbohydrate content. Lettuce is also comprises of vitamin A and K.

AVOCADO:

  • Avocado is rich in fiber and good fats, and it makes the salad creamy and low in carbs. Avocado is loaded with potassium which balances the electrolyte during the keto diet.

CUCUMBER:

  • Cucumber is perfect for keto because it’s low in carbohydrates and high in water, plus it gives a pleasant crunch without adding many calories.

TOMATOES:

  • Tomatoes have a little higher carbohydrate content than other salad vegetables, but they are still comparatively low. If you are following an extremely rigorous ketogenic diet, you may want to reduce or eliminate them.

CHEESE:

  • We can use any variety of cheese, like cheddar, mozzarella, or any other we like, because it provides protein and healthy fats. We can also use the vegan base cheese for a dairy-free alternative or exclude the cheese.

EGGS:

  • Hard-boiled Eggs are a delightful addition to the salad; Eggs are a fantastic source of fat and protein.

OLIVE OIL:

  • Olive oil is a good fat that makes a great dressing base for keto. Olive oil absorbs the fat-soluble vitamins and also gives the monosaturated fats.

OPTIONAL ADDITION:

  • Bacon or Chicken is both loaded with good fat and protein. Grilled chicken offers lean protein, and bacon adds a smoky taste for a heartier meal.

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR:

  • Apple cider vinegar makes the refreshing and tangy dressing without the additional carbs. You can alternatively use lemon juice as a substitute for a softer taste.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

INSTRUCTION:

  1. We can wash the vegetables with clean water and prep them.
  2. Cut the vegetables with the knife accordingly.
  3. Take a large bowl and add the spinach, lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, and onions.
  4. We can add cheese, avocado, eggs, chicken & bacon in the same bowl and mix all the components with the spatula.
  5. After that, we can take a small vessel and add the oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, & black pepper, and mix the ingredients with the spatula.
  6. We can transfer the dressing in the salad and mix the dressing softly with the salad.
  7. Then we can chill the Keto Mix Salad for ten minutes before serving.

TIPS

  • We can add nuts such as walnuts or pecans for the additional crunch and fat.
  • You can use the feta or blue cheese to make this salad more tasty
  • We can stir in fresh herbs like basil or parsley for a novel twist.
  • We can keep the dressing separate till we serve the salad to prevent sogginess during meal preparation.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • We can transfer the leftover mixed salad into the sealed box and save the salad for 2 days.

FREEZER:

  • We should not have to save the mixed salad in the sealed box, as the vegetables will not remain fresh and get wilted when we thaw the salad.

FAQs:

How to make a dairy-free mixed salad?

  • We can use the vegan cheese or omit the cheese Prepare the non-dairy mix salad.

Will the vegetarian have this mixed salad?

  • We should exclude the bacon & chicken, and then this mixed salad is perfect for vegetarians.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Total Carbs: 7g
Sodium: 450mg
Net Carbs: 4g
Calcium: 150mg
Fiber: 3g
Iron: 2mg
Protein: 15g
Fat: 28g
Potassium: 500mg
Vitamin A: 3000 IU
Calories: 350 kcal