When someone says low carb salads, you probably picture sad looking lettuce with no dressing. No way, friends!

Salad recipes have changed with the times and now include everything under the sun in all sorts of formats! Creamy egg salad, crunchy veggie tabbouleh, or all our taco favorites piled up with some greens – all of those low carb recipes make perfect low carb lunch ideas, quick and healthy low carb dinners or fun low carb side dishes!

I’ve written SO many salad recipes, it seemed like a good time to round ‘em up and tell you about my faves! Skip to the recipe below for a full DIY low carb salads guide!

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17 Best Low Carb Salads

Here are the 17 best low carb salads:



Low Carb Veggie Packed Salads

These low carb vegetables are superfoods in every way. Packed with vitamins, flexible in preparation, downright delicious… no wonder we’re obsessed!

Try these fresh new takes on traditional side salads to add a lot of dimension to your meals. There are so many varieties, you can try something new every day!

Tried and True Recipes:

Tips for Making Your Own:

Veggies contain more carbs than meat, so make sure to select the right ones!

Salads don’t keep well when they’re tossed with dressing, so read through the storage instructions to see if you should keep leftovers undressed til serving.



Low Carb Salad Dressing

It is SO easy to make your own low carb salad dressing. Unlike store bought dressing, with all its hidden sugars and carbs and fillers, these recipes only keep the necessities. Smart swaps and balanced seasonings mean they are high on flavor and low on carbs.

Tried and True Recipes:

Homemade Ranch Dressing – Creamy and spiked with dill – this may be your new favorite!

– Creamy and spiked with dill – this may be your new favorite! Mustard Vinaigrette– Zesty mustard adds a nice zing in this sauce.

Tips for Making Your Own:

Store leftover dressing in a mason jar in the fridge and give it a good shake or stir before using what you need for your dish!

Good quality ingredients make or break a dressing. Feel free to splurge on some luxury olive oil to really take these to their best flavor profile!



Chicken Salad

I almost always have a chicken salad in my fridge so I have a quick lunch or easy dinner just an arm’s length away.

One thing I love about chicken salad is you can make it 100 different ways. Add or take away flavors and textures until it’s just what you’re craving! Plus, it’s so easy!

Tried and True Recipes:

Tips for Making Your Own:

Chicken salad NEEDS fat, so make sure to add something creamy like mayo or avocado or it will be way too dry to be tasty.

A lot of traditional chicken salads have sweet add-ins like apples and cranberries that can add a lot of carbs quickly, so watch out for those extra ingredients!

Need shredded chicken fast? I find the fastest way is to cook it in a pressure cooker or boil it, then use a hand mixer to shred it for about 15 seconds.



Egg Salad

You guys know I love me some egg salad! It’s packed with protein and flavor and is amazing on its own, on sandwiches, or as a dip — It’s basically perfect!

Plus it doesn’t have a lot of the traditional carbs in salad since it’s mostly egg and fat instead of being veggie-focused. It’s a great low carb option for lunch or a snack.

Tried and True Recipes:

Avocado Egg Salad. This version is creamier than ever!

This version is creamier than ever! Classic Egg Salad Recipe . Just like Grandma used to make, this one brings back memories!

. Just like Grandma used to make, this one brings back memories! Deviled Egg Salad. Your favorite party appetizer is now a quick and healthy lunch!

Tips for Making Your Own:

Want the fluffiest egg salad ever? Press the yolks through a sieve to get them into teeny tiny pieces.

My favorite way to make hard-boiled eggs? Hands down, the pressure cooker. Cook them for 6 minutes on manual, quick release and transfer directly to an ice bath. They will be PERFECT.

Adding a little extra moisture (like mayo or olive oil) takes egg salad into dip territory where it’s amazing for scooping up with chopped veggies.



Tuna Salad

Tuna salad is a classic we all remember well from childhood. But that traditional recipe has gotten a lot of upgrades and some great fun variations!

Pickles? Avocados? Eggs??? YUP! You can add almost anything to tuna with the right seasonings.

Tried and True Recipes:

Tuna Salad Pickle Boats. I know you’re thinking this sounds insane, but you’ll love it once you’ve tried it!

I know you’re thinking this sounds insane, but you’ll love it once you’ve tried it! Avocado Tuna Salad. Avocado adds some amazing creaminess to this classic salad.

Tips for Making Your Own:

You can get tuna in cans packed with water or oil. Oil based is great for making salads since it adds a bit more moisture.

Make sure to drain well and use a fork to fluff the tuna.

Build Your Own Low Carb Salad Print Recipe Pin Recipe Save Recipe! Ingredients STEP 1: Leafy Greens (select 1 or use a combo): Romaine Lettuce Romaine Lettuce

Spring Mix Spring Mix

Spinach Spinach

Kale Kale

Mixed Greens Mixed Greens

Arugula Arugula STEP 2: Veggies (use a combo): Onions sliced Onions sliced

Bell Peppers sliced Bell Peppers sliced

Mushrooms sliced Mushrooms sliced

Celery sliced Celery sliced

Cucumber sliced Cucumber sliced

Asparagus Asparagus STEP 3: Fruit (optional and higher in carbs) Avocado sliced Avocado sliced

Strawberries sliced Strawberries sliced

Raspberries Raspberries STEP 6: Protein Chicken Breast cooked + chopped Chicken Breast cooked + chopped

Salmon cooked + chopped Salmon cooked + chopped

Bacon cooked + crumbled Bacon cooked + crumbled

Low Carb Cheese such as shredded cheddar, mozzarella, jack, goat, feta, cotija. Low Carb Cheese such as shredded cheddar, mozzarella, jack, goat, feta, cotija.

Eggs hard boiled Eggs hard boiled STEP 5: Extras (optional and higher in carbs, use a combo) Low Carb Nuts chopped almonds, pecans, walnuts Low Carb Nuts chopped almonds, pecans, walnuts

Pumpkin Seeds Pumpkin Seeds

Sunflower Seeds Sunflower Seeds

Black Olives pitted Black Olives pitted

Fresh Herbs chopped Fresh Herbs chopped STEP 6: Dressing (read labels carefully, or follow one of my salad dressing recipes above) Instructions Cook, slice, and chop salad ingredients to your liking.

Place all ingredients in a large bowl, and use tongs to toss.

Divide the salad among serving plates and enjoy! Save Recipe! Fans Also Made These Low Carb Recipes: None found Lindsey's Tips Avocados. Go for haas! They’re higher in fat, creamier and WAY more delicious than regular (sorry Florida 😘). Nutritional information will vary depending on the veggies, meat, dressing, etc. you select. For more specific nutritional information on your unique salad recipe, I suggest using a nutritional calculator such as My Fitness Pal. You can also check out my guide to fruit, will vary depending on the veggies, meat, dressing, etc. you select. For more specific nutritional information on your unique salad recipe, I suggest using a nutritional calculator such as My Fitness Pal. You can also check out my guide to low carb vegetables nuts , and cheese ©Little Pine Low Carb. Content and photographs are copyright protected. Sharing of this recipe is both encouraged and appreciated. Copying and/or pasting full recipes to any social media/website/blog is strictly prohibited. More Low Carb Recipes: I have low carb recipes for every meal of the day! Low Carb Breakfast. Start your day off right and the rest will follow behind!

Start your day off right and the rest will follow behind! Low Carb Snacks . Plenty of variety and cuisines – you’ll never be bored.

. Plenty of variety and cuisines – you’ll never be bored. Low Carb Pasta. You heard me. Low carb pasta!!

You heard me. Low carb pasta!! Low Carb Desserts . What’s life without a little sweetness?

. What’s life without a little sweetness? Low Carb Snacks. Prep ahead so you don’t reach for the chips! Conclusion Are you dreaming up new ways to include low carb salads in your meal plan? Did you decide on one to make today? Leave me a comment and tell me which one! Pin Email

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