20 Delicious Keto Salad Ideas

Salads are delicious but some of them are full of carbs! These keto salads are low carb and will help you stay in ketosis.

When you’re on a keto diet, you definitely want to eat fat. That’s where things like bacon and eggs come in handy.

But, you can’t forget about leafy veggies and other low carb veggies. They’re packed with nutrients like folate and vitamin C.

Making a salad is a super-easy way to incorporate nutritious low carb veggies. So, today I’m sharing 20 Keto Salads that are delicious and good for you.

These keto salads make a nice easy lunch or even dinner. They’re also great for keto meal prep.

And one quick tip- to keep your salads fresh, be sure to use a salad spinner.

Salad spinners remove the moisture from your veggies. This makes them last longer, so your salads are nice and fresh.

If you don’t already have one, here’s a budget-friendly salad spinner that will do a great job.

1. Asparagus, Avocado, and Tomato Salad

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Are you looking for a salad that will keep you coming back for more? And more, and more?

Then, be sure to give this salad a try. It has a mix of ingredients you wouldn’t dream of putting together- but it works.

It has lightly steamed asparagus, plus fresh cherry tomatoes, and avocado. All topped with a citrusy, spicy salad dressing, finished with fresh mozzarella.

The lightly steamed asparagus adds a nice texture. And is so good for you.

Just ½ cup of boiled asparagus provides a whopping 57% of your vitamin K needs. It’s also an excellent source of folate.

Be sure not to over-steam your asparagus, or else it will become mushy. And no-one loves mushy asparagus.

To make steaming a breeze, here’s a good quality steamer that’s also a low budget.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 141
• Fats: 10.3g
• Net Carbs: 3.9g
• Protein: 7.1g

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2. Taco Salad

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What’s for dinner? Keto Taco Salad!

This yummy salad is super easy to make. And since it contains a lot of fat and protein, it’s sure to keep you full.

Also, it’s a great example of ketogenic comfort food.

To make it, brown some ground beef, then add some taco seasoning. Then once it has cooled a bit, add some lettuce, avocado, sour cream, salsa, and shredded cheese.

Now, a lot of store-bought taco seasonings have added sugars. So, you’ll want to make your own.

Or, for added convenience, you can buy special keto taco seasoning. This may be hard to find at your local grocery store, so you can stock up on some here.

Do keep in mind that beef has a high carbon footprint. So, you may want to eat this dish less often.

Or, you can swap the ground beef with ground turkey instead. And just add extra cheese to up the fat content.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 486
• Fats: 35g
• Net Carbs: 6g
• Protein: 34g

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3. Layered

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The holidays are fast approaching. So, now is the time for pot lucks.

Now, if you’re like me, you don’t want salad duty. Salads are often so boring that no-one wants to eat them.

This salad is anything but boring. It looks like a lasagne but in salad form.

The salad has seven layers of scrumptiousness. It has lettuce, red onions, peas, water chestnuts, cheddar cheese, artichoke hearts, and black olives- even crispy bacon!

All topped with mayonnaise and sour cream. Now if that’s what a salad is like, sign me up!

This is a lovely choice for a low carb lunch!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 246
• Fats: 20.5g
• Net Carbs: 7g
• Protein: 6.7g

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4. Low Carb Cheesecake

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Savory salads are nice. But, sometimes you want something sweet, like a fruit salad.

This low-carb cheesecake salad is a keto version of fruit salad-without the carbs.

It’s sweet, tangy, and creamy. You won’t believe it’s keto!

But, it is. It’s packed with keto-friendly berries like strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries.

These are not only yummy but extremely good for you too. They’re packed with vitamins and minerals and cancer-fighting antioxidants.

To add sweetness to the salad, you’ll need some Lakanto Monk fruit powder and NuNaturals stevia powder. These are some of the best natural sweeteners on the market right now.

If you’re loving the sweet flavors, I highly recommend trying some of these ketogenic desserts or sweet keto fat bombs.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 134
• Fats: 11g
• Net Carbs: 6g
• Protein: 2g

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5. Keto Broccoli Salad

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Are you trying to get your kids to eat more broccoli? This salad may do the trick!

This salad is creamy, crunchy, and just plain scrumptious. That’s because, aside from broccoli, you’re adding bacon, cashews, sweet red onions, and sunflower seeds.

This combination is sure to wow your taste buds. But, it’s also good for you.

One serving provides 37.4% of your daily vitamin C needs. And we all need some extra vitamin C during the cold season!

It also contains a lot of fat, so it’s sure to keep you satiated. For extra protein, you can simply add some chicken breasts. Yum!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 285
• Fats: 27g
• Net Carbs: 4g
• Protein: 6g

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6. Avocado Egg

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I love egg salad, as I’m sure many of you do. But, after a while, it can get kind of boring.

This recipe offers a different spin on your regular egg salad. For this salad, you add avocados as well.

Avocados make this salad nice and creamy. They also add tons of heart-healthy fats, and vitamins, and minerals.

To make this salad, just combine your boiled eggs with the other ingredients. And you’re good to go.

Now, getting the perfect boiled egg can be tricky. So, you may want to watch this video to make sure you get it just right.

Or, to make it even easier, you may want to use an egg cooker. There’s a great deal on this high-quality egg cooker here.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 323.7
• Fats: 28.2g
• Net Carbs: 3.3g
• Protein: 11g

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7. Cauliflower “Potato” Salad

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Potato salad makes a nice side for summer barbecues. And frankly, any time of the year.

But on a keto diet, it’s a definite no-no because of the potato. One potato can net you as much as 36.6 grams of net carbs.

However, this potato salad is a keeper. It contains only 2 grams of net carb, plus a whopping 33 grams of fat.

What’s the secret? You’re using cauliflower instead of potatoes.

This salad is creamy, crunchy, tangy, and will make your mouth water. The best part- it tastes just like potato salad!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 338
• Fats: 33g
• Net Carbs: 2g
• Protein: 5g

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8. Greek

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Are you dreaming of warmer climes? Then, give this salad a try!

It’s packed with flavor. Yet, it’s so easy to make.

It’s also really light and contains only 226 calories. So, you can eat to your heart’s delight without feeling any guilt.

Best of all, it’s loaded with vitamin A. Great for keeping your peepers healthy!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 226
• Fats: 20g
• Net Carbs: 4g
• Protein: 5g

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9. Creamy Cole Slaw

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Coleslaw is also another nice side for summer barbecues. It goes well with chicken, burgers, you name it!

But your typical coleslaw is packed with carbs. However, this coleslaw contains only 2 grams of net carbs.

The sour cream, mayonnaise, and heavy cream make this coleslaw extra creamy. Plus, the apple cider vinegar and lemon juice provide a nice tanginess.

To add some sweetness, you’ll be using Swerve confectioner’s sweetener. So be sure to stock up on some here.

And since this coleslaw is super easy to make, it just might become your favorite salad!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 181
• Fats: 19g
• Net Carbs: 2g
• Protein: 2g

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10. Mexican Chicken

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Are you looking for a different take on your chicken salad? This is a great option!

The red bell peppers and red onion give a nice crunch. While the mayonnaise and lime juice balance out the flavors.

And to give the chicken salad some Mexican flair, you use taco seasoning.

Now, taco seasonings can have added sugar. To keep it keto, make sure you use a low carb option like this.

Serve on a bed of lettuce. Or for extra fat, serve in an avocado halve. Bon Appetit!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 196
• Fats: 15g
• Net Carbs: 2g
• Protein: 11g

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11. Bacon Cheeseburger

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Bacon and cheeseburger in a salad? Double yum!

This salad is filled with tons of yummy ingredients. Hamburger meat, bacon, avocado, cheddar cheese, tomatoes, pickles, and of course, some romaine lettuce.

Topped with a tangy homemade creamy salad dressing. You’ll definitely forget you’re eating salad.

This is a great side dish for a very low carb meal.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 440
• Fats: 34g
• Net Carbs: 1g
• Protein: 28g

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12. Pesto Chicken Salad

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Are you looking for another twist on your chicken salad? Here’s another one!

For this chicken salad, you use pesto and parmesan cheese. The pesto and parmesan cheese combine to give a nice nutty, cheesy flavor.

And the chopped celery stalks add some freshness and extra nutrition. Add some mayo, chicken breasts, and some seasoning, and there you have it … easy, elegant chicken salad.

Now, you’ll need to shred the chicken breasts. You can do this by hand, or to make it even easier, use a food processor like this.

Check out more of the keto chicken recipes here!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 399
• Fats: 31g
• Net Carbs: 3g
• Protein: 26g

Recipe

13. Asian Peanut

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Do you still think salads are boring? This salad is sure to blow your mind and your taste buds!

Crunchy peanut butter, napa cabbage, bean sprouts, and cauliflower provide a nice crunch.

While soft boiled eggs and silken tofu balance provide a balance to the crunch.

And let’s not forget the sauce. This sauce is extra saucy, extra yummy, and is packed with flavor.

It’s spicy and sweet. Tangy and savory. And it has a nice umami flavor.

It’s simply delectable.  Best of all, you can get most of the ingredients at your local grocery store.

For sweetness, you can use any sweetener. I recommend Monk fruit sweetener as it tastes just like sugar, and is one of the best sweeteners on the market right now.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 615
• Fats: 42g
• Net Carbs: 13g
• Protein: 40g

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14. Keto Cobb Salad with Ranch Dressing

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Many times, salads can leave you feeling like you’re eating grass. You definitely won’t feel that way when eating this salad.

And it contains a whopping 67 grams of fat. Great for those times when you need to up your fat intake.

This salad is packed with lots of tasty ingredients. Chicken breast, boiled eggs, avocados, bacon … need I say more?

Now, you’ll be using blue cheese as well. But if you’re not a fan of blue cheese, you can use sharp cheddar cheese instead.

All this is topped with a nice homemade dressing. It’s sure to make your belly happy.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 726
• Fats: 67g
• Net Carbs: 6g
• Protein: 17g

Recipe

15. Avocado Tuna

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Are you looking to change up your tuna salad? This is a great option.

This tuna salad looks and tastes amazing. It’s a layer of keto heaven.

It’s a layer of avocado, followed by a layer of tuna and mayonnaise, followed by a layer of homemade pico de gallo salsa.

If you like more freshness, just lay everything in a medley of mixed salad greens. Bon appetite!

To shape the tuna salad, you’ll need a metal food ring. If you need one, you can get one right here.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 316
• Fats: 22g
• Net Carbs: 5g
• Protein: 19g

Recipe

16. Dill Pickle Slaw

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Do you love barbecues? This is sure to become a barbecue favorite!

It’s coleslaw with a couple of twists. Pretty yummy twists.

To give the coleslaw crunch, you use red and green cabbage, celery, and wait for it … crispy bacon.

Then to give the coleslaw creaminess and tang, you use mayo, cider vinegar, pickle juice, Dijon mustard, and even a few pickles.

Then to add sweetness, just use Swerve sweetener. What I like about it is that it doesn’t leave a bitter aftertaste.

Now, you’ll be slicing and dicing a lot of veggies. So, to make it fast, you can use a food processor like this.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 147
• Fats: 13.1g
• Net Carbs: 5.6g
• Protein: 1.3g

Recipe

17. Chicken Cucumber Avocado Salad

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What’s for dinner tonight? Chicken cucumber avocado salad.

It’s easy to make after a long day at work. Plus, it’s filling, fresh, and simply delicious.

It’s packed with tons of taste and tons of nutrition. For instance cucumber, Roma tomatoes, avocados, and parsley.

It’s a great way to get your kids (and you) to eat your veggies. And it has tons of protein, great for growing kids.

To make this chicken salad, you’ll need some rotisserie chicken. So be sure to pick some up on your way home at night.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 545
• Fats: 38g
• Net Carbs: 5g
• Protein: 40g

Recipe

18. Zucchini Noodle Salad

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Are you yearning for pasta salad? This is just the salad for you.

This pasta salad has bacon. And everything tastes good with bacon, right?

And prepping this refreshing salad is super easy. All you need is to combine your zucchini noodles, chopped bacon, grape tomatoes, and basil.

Then top with your salad dressing. For added protein, you can mix in some mozzarella or parmesan cheese as well.

To make the zucchini noodles, you’ll need a spiralizer. Here is a budget-friendly spiralizer that will do the job.

You can have this one with a piece of your favorite keto casserole.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 153
• Fats: 12g
• Net Carbs: 5g
• Protein: 6g

Recipe

19. Easy Vinegar Cucumber Salad

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Do you follow a ketogenic vegan diet? Then, be sure to try this salad.

It’s light and refreshing. It’s a medley of cucumbers, radishes, red onions, and fresh herbs.

All topped with an apple cider vinegar and olive oil salad dressing.

This recipe does use honey. But to make it vegan, you can just use sweetener instead.

To get the radishes and cucumber super thin, you’ll need a mandolin. If you don’t have one, you can pick one up here.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 157
• Fats: 14.2g
• Net Carbs: 7.1g
• Protein: 1.1g

Recipe

20. Cucumber Greek

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Are you looking for a salad that has a bit of meat? But don’t want to cook?

This salad is a great option. It combines cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, red onion, salami, fresh herbs, and feta cheese.

All topped with a nice vinaigrette. Perfect for those summer days when you want to put your feet up.

If you’re not a big fan of salami, you can use chicken breast instead.

Now, this recipe does require some slicing and spiralizing. This handy mandolin slicer spiralizer vegetable slicer makes this nice and easy.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 220
• Fats: 11.3g
• Net Carbs: 4.5g
• Protein: 6.2g

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