Low-Carb Salad in a Jar (Chicken, Avocado & Chorizo)
Looking for an easy to go that fits your salad in a jar routine? This low-carb salad in a jar is naturally low-carb, gluten-free and grain-free, made with whole ingredients you can pronounce. It’s one of our favorite low-carb recipes for anyone cutting carbs or following a keto or low-carb diet — quick to prepare, packed with protein and healthy fats, and guaranteed to keep you full and energized. With just 5 g of carbs per serving, it fits easily into your daily carb budget.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Time: 10 minutes prep, 0 minutes cook
- Servings: 1
- Carbs: 5 g per serving
- Diet: Low-carb, keto-friendly, gluten-free, grain-free
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 70 g green bell pepper
- 80 g mushrooms
- 1/2 (100 g) avocado
- 40 g chorizo salami
- 1/2 tsp mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chives
- 35 ml olive oil
- 1 hard-boiled egg
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- For the dressing, blend the avocado, lemon juice and mustard with 35 ml olive oil, salt and pepper; pour as the first layer into a large screw-top jar.
- Dice the vegetables, 1 hard-boiled egg and the chorizo salami, and layer them in the jar one by one.
- Chop the chives, sprinkle on top and close the jar. Shake well before eating so the dressing coats everything.
Tips & Variations
Layer dressing at the bottom so the greens stay crisp until lunch. Keeps 2-3 days in the fridge.
Nutrition & Health Benefits
This recipe keeps carbohydrates low — just 5 g per serving — while delivering plenty of healthy fats and protein. Keeping carbs moderate helps stabilize blood sugar and insulin levels, which makes weight loss easier and prevents the energy crashes and cravings that come with high-carb meals. It’s also naturally gluten-free and grain-free, making it a great choice for anyone with gluten or lactose sensitivities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recipe really low-carb?
Yes. Low-Carb Salad in a Jar contains just 5 g of carbs per serving — well within even a strict keto budget.
Can I meal-prep this recipe?
Absolutely. Most of these recipes store well in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days, and many freeze beautifully for quick lunches.
How many servings does this make?
This recipe makes 1.
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