Keto strawberry salad

Easy Keto Strawberry Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette

This easy keto strawberry salad and strawberry vinaigrette is fast and easy to make when you have all the ingredients available. Prep time and set up takes about 10 minutes with the inclusion of the strawberry vinaigrette that is punchy and delicious with no added ingredients than what you want to include.

If you are looking for a healthy salad meal and wondering what to do with your strawberries before they turn, you can make this salad dish quickly and eat without all the prep time.

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Why use strawberries for diabetics?

Adding delicious strawberries into a balanced diet can be a delicious and nutritious way for diabetics to enjoy fruit while managing their blood sugar levels.

  1. Low Glycemic Index: Strawberries have a low glycemic index (GI) of around 40, which means they have a minimal impact on blood sugar levels. This makes them a suitable fruit for people with diabetes.
  2. High Fiber Content: They are high in fiber, which helps slow the absorption of sugars and improves blood sugar control. A cup of strawberries provides about 3 grams of fiber.
  3. Rich in Nutrients: Strawberries are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They are especially high in vitamin C and manganese, which are beneficial for overall health.
  4. Low in Calories: Strawberries are relatively low in calories, making them a good option for weight management, which is crucial for managing diabetes.
  5. Natural Sweetness: Their natural sweetness can help satisfy sugar cravings without causing a significant spike in blood sugar levels, making them a healthier alternative to sugary snacks.
  6. Anti-Inflammatory Properties: The antioxidants and phytochemicals in strawberries have anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce inflammation associated with diabetes.

Ingredients for this Keto strawberry salad

Ingredients for this Keto strawberry salad

1 bag mixed salad greens

3 ounces crumbled feta cheese

1/2 cup fresh strawberries cut up into small chunks

1 large avocado cut up into sliced chunks or just spooned into pieces

2 tbsp mixed nuts or what you have available.

strawberry VInagrette

Vinaigrette

4 strawberries

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

2 tbsp olive oil

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

1 tsp allulose or sugar substitute

How to make this Keto strawberry salad

How to make this Keto strawberry salad

For the vinaigrette

For the vinaigrette

In a mixer add the cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper and strawberries.

Blend the mixture into a creamy base or if you prefer more chunky and hearty, just use a pulse function.

How to assemble the salad

How to assemble the salad

wash the strawberries and cut into large slices and reserve

cut the avocado in half and make slices in each side and scoop up the slices and reserve it

In a large shallow bowl add the salad and avocado, strawberries and feta cheese

Add the mixed nuts into the mixture and mix

Add the dressing right before serving the salad.

What to serve along with this salad

Ham and mushroom quiche

Apple Cole slaw

Low carb creamy chicken and mushroom

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Keto strawberry vinaigrette

This easy keto strawberry salad and strawberry vinaigrette is fast and easy to make when you have all the ingredients available. Prep time and set up takes about 10 minutes with the inclusion of the strawberry vinaigrette that is punchy and delicious with no added ingredients than what you want to include.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Lunch meal, Salad
Cuisine Asian Inspired
Servings 2 people
Calories

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bag mixed salad greens all prepped
  • 1/2 cup fresh strawberries cut up into small chunks
  • 1 large avocado cut up into sliced chunks or just spooned into pieces
  • 2 tbsp mixed nuts or what you have available.
  • 4 pieces strawberry for vinagrette
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp allulose or sugar substitute
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions
 

wash the strawberries and cut into large slices and reserve

    cut the avocado in half and make slices in each side and scoop up the slices and reserve it

      In a large shallow bowl add the salad and avocado, strawberries and feta cheese

        Add the mixed nuts into the mixture and mix

          Add the dressing right before serving the salad.

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            8 thoughts on “Keto strawberry salad”

            1. This looks wonderful with the Strawberry vinaigrette! I will try it. Also I like adding sun flower seeds and pumpkin seeds to salads.

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