Vibrant Low-Carb Keto Bowls (Printable)
Protein-packed bowls with fresh vegetables and creamy avocado dressing
# What You'll 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 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 black pepper to taste
22 - 2-3 tbsp water, as needed
# How to Make It:
01 - Combine diced chicken breast with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Toss until evenly coated.
02 - Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
03 - Wash and chop romaine lettuce. Dice cucumber, slice red bell pepper, halve cherry tomatoes, shred red cabbage, and slice avocado. Keep vegetables refrigerated until assembly.
04 - Place avocado, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender. Process until smooth and creamy. Add water 1 tablespoon at a time until desired pourable consistency is reached.
05 - Divide romaine lettuce evenly among 4 serving bowls. Arrange cucumber, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red cabbage, avocado slices, and cooked chicken on top of the lettuce in sections.
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 -
- You can prep everything in advance and assemble in under five minutes on busy weeknights
- The avocado dressing is so rich and creamy you wont believe its keto-friendly
- Every bite delivers crunch, creaminess, and bright flavors without the carb crash
02 -
- The chicken continues cooking slightly after you remove it from the pan, so take it off when its just barely done to prevent drying out
- Blend the dressing immediately before serving because avocado oxidizes and turns brownish even in the refrigerator
- Keep the components separate for meal prep and assemble just before eating to maintain texture and freshness
03 -
- Pat your chicken completely dry before seasoning, otherwise the spices slide right off in the pan
- Invest in an avocado saver tool to keep unused avocado fresh for days without browning