Name: No Carb Low Carb Chicken Taco Salad
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 s
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Ingredients: 2 cups romaine or iceberg lettuce, chopped; 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or ground (rotisserie works great); 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar or pepper jack cheese; 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper; 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms; 1/4 cup diced cucumber; 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 2 tablespoons chunky salsa; 2 tablespoons full-fat sour cream; 1/2 teaspoon onion soup mix (optional, mix into sour cream); 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional); 1/2 lime, juiced (optional); 1/4 avocado, sliced (optional); 1/2 teaspoon taco seasoning (check label for no added sugar)

Ingredients

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2 cups romaine or iceberg lettuce, chopped

1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or ground (rotisserie works great)

1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar or pepper jack cheese

1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper

1/4 cup sliced mushrooms

1/4 cup diced cucumber

1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

2 tablespoons chunky salsa

2 tablespoons full-fat sour cream

1/2 teaspoon onion soup mix (optional, mix into sour cream)

1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

1/2 lime, juiced (optional)

1/4 avocado, sliced (optional)

1/2 teaspoon taco seasoning (check label for no added sugar)

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Instructions

1-Start with the lettuce base: Place about 2 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce in a large serving bowl.

2-Warm the chicken: Add cooked shredded or ground chicken on top and microwave for 30 seconds until warmed through.

3-Melt the cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the warm chicken so it melts slightly from residual heat.

4-Layer the fresh veggies: Evenly layer chopped green pepper, sliced mushrooms, diced cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes.

5-Add the salsa: Spoon a generous mound of chunky salsa across the vegetables.

6-Top with seasoned sour cream: Mix sour cream with onion soup mix (if using) and dollop on top.

7-Finish with fresh accents: Scatter fresh cilantro and squeeze lime juice over the salad.

8-Toss and serve: Toss all ingredients together until evenly coated and enjoy immediately.

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Notes

🔍 Always check your taco seasoning label — many brands sneak in sugar or maltodextrin that add hidden carbs; make your own blend if you are strict.
🥑 Do not skip the full-fat sour cream and cheese — the healthy fats are what keep you full for hours and prevent snacking later.
🥗 For meal prep, store lettuce, chicken, and toppings in separate containers and assemble right before eating so the greens stay crisp up to four days.

Author: Ruby Bennett
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 seconds
Category: Salad, Main Dish
Method: No-Cook, Microwave
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired, American
Diet: Keto, Low Carb, Gluten-Free, Diabetic-Friendly

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 700mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg