Keto Bowls with Avocado Dressing (Print)
Colorful low-carb bowls featuring seasoned chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy avocado lime dressing for a satisfying healthy meal.
# What You Need:
→ Protein
01 - 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1/2 tsp paprika
04 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
05 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Vegetables & Base
06 - 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
07 - 1 medium cucumber, diced
08 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
09 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
10 - 1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
11 - 1 small avocado, sliced
→ Toppings
12 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
13 - 1 tbsp roasted pumpkin seeds
14 - 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - Lime wedges for serving
→ Avocado Dressing
16 - 1 ripe avocado
17 - 2 tbsp full-fat Greek yogurt
18 - 2 tbsp olive oil
19 - Juice of 1 lime
20 - 1 garlic clove, minced
21 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
22 - 2-3 tbsp water, as needed
# How To Make It:
01 - Combine diced chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl, tossing to coat evenly.
02 - Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook for 7-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
03 - Chop, slice, and halve all vegetables as specified. Keep lettuce, cucumber, bell pepper, tomatoes, cabbage, and avocado separate for assembly.
04 - Combine avocado, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender. Blend until smooth, adding water 1 tablespoon at a time until desired creamy consistency is reached.
05 - Divide romaine lettuce evenly among 4 serving bowls. Arrange cucumber, bell pepper, tomatoes, red cabbage, avocado slices, and cooked chicken on top of the lettuce.
06 - Drizzle avocado dressing generously over each bowl. Sprinkle with shredded cheese, pumpkin seeds, and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The avocado dressing somehow makes raw vegetables feel like a treat instead of obligation
- Everything stays crisp for days unlike sad soggy salad meal prep
02 -
- The dressing thickens in the fridge so add extra water before serving leftovers
- Chicken can be swapped for any protein but cook times will vary
03 -
- Buy pre-shredded cabbage to save time without sacrificing texture
- Reserve some fresh cilantro for garnish to keep it vibrant green