Vibrant Low-Carb Keto Bowls (Printable view)
Protein-packed bowls with crisp 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 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 pepper to taste
22 - 2-3 tbsp water (to thin, as needed)
# Steps:
01 - Toss the diced chicken pieces with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
02 - Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the seasoned chicken for 7-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
03 - Chop the cucumber, slice the red bell pepper, halve the cherry tomatoes, shred the red cabbage, and slice the avocado.
04 - Combine the avocado, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lime juice, minced 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 the romaine lettuce evenly among 4 bowls. Arrange the cucumber, bell pepper, tomatoes, red cabbage, avocado slices, and cooked chicken on top of the lettuce.
06 - Drizzle the avocado dressing generously over each bowl. Sprinkle with shredded cheese, pumpkin seeds, and fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The creamy avocado dressing makes everything taste better while keeping macros in check
- You can prep all components ahead and assemble in minutes for busy weekdays
02 -
- The dressing thickens up in the fridge so thin it with a splash of water right before serving
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking so it stays juicy when you assemble the bowls
03 -
- Warm the chicken slightly before assembling cold prep bowls for the best temperature contrast
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the entire bowl right before eating to brighten all the flavors