Keto 5:2 Simple Chicken Salad

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  • prep time

    prep time

    10 min

  • cook time

    cook time

    15 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    25 min

Keto 5:2 Simple Chicken Salad

This simple Keto 5:2 diet salad recipe is super easy to make and requires just a handful of easy-to-source ingredients. It is perfect for individuals on a 5:2 intermittent fasting plan and can be enjoyed on 'fasting' days.

What is the 5:2 diet ?

The 5:2 diet plan is a form of intermittent fasting that basically entails eating a normal, healthy diet for 5 days a week without restricting your calories and then reducing your calorie intake to a quarter of your recommended daily calorie intake for the remaining 2 days, also known as the “fasting days”. This usually results in about 500 calories per day for women and 600 calories per day for men. The main purpose of this diet is to lose weight without taking extreme measures to achieve your desired results. It is worth noting that for the 5 days, eating normally doesn’t necessarily mean consuming an excessive amount of junk food, this may lead to seeing no results in weight loss and potentially lead to weight gain. An important thing to take note of is that there should be a non-fasting day between the 2 days, for example, consume 500-600 calories on Monday and Thursday and eat normally on the other days of the week.

What are 5:2 diet recipes?

5:2 diet recipes are created for individuals on the 5:2 intermittent fasting plan. These recipes include minimal ingredients that are nutrient-dense and low in calories. Since individuals on a 5:2 diet consume about roughly 500-600 calories on their fasting days, these recipes are curated to ensure their daily calorie intake is not exceeded yet they still feel somewhat full until their next meal. These recipes also take very little time to prepare and range from breakfast, lunch, dinner, and some indulgent sweet treats for those with a sweet tooth.

Note: Be sure to consult a medical professional before embarking on any intermitent fasting program.

  • Net Carbs

    3.9 g

  • Fiber

    2.6 g

  • Total Carbs

    6.6 g

  • Protein

    14.7 g

  • Fats

    11.5 g

177 cals

Keto 5:2 Simple Chicken Salad

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Ingredients

  • Chicken Thighs (Skinless & Boneless)

    Chicken Thighs (Skinless & Boneless)

    75 g

  • Lettuce

    Lettuce

    100 g

  • Red onion

    Red onion

    0.13 small

  • Cucumber

    Cucumber

    0.25 small - 6 3/8" long

  • Salt and Pepper, to taste

    Salt and Pepper, to taste

    0.5 tsp

  • Lemon juice

    Lemon juice

    3 tsp

  • Extra virgin olive oil

    Extra virgin olive oil

    1 tsp

Recipe Steps

steps 3

25 min

  • Step 1

    In a pan over medium heat, add the chicken breast and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 minutes until the chicken is tender. Then, remove from the water and shred using two forks.
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    Shred the lettuce, thinly slice the onion, and dice the cucumber. Add the veggies to a bowl. Add the shredded chicken on top.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Sprinkle the salt and black pepper and drizzle the lemon juice and olive oil. Toss the salad ingredients together to ensure an even coating on all ingredients. Enjoy.
    Step 3