Creamy Avocado & Bacon Keto Salad
A luxurious, no-cook salad featuring velvety mashed avocado, crispy bacon, and creamy egg yolk dressing, perfect for satisfying keto cravings with minimal effort. This american-inspired keto (low-carb) ready in about 21 minutes pairs avocado, bacon, large egg for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium avocado
- 4 slices bacon
- 2 large egg
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup feta cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Cook bacon in a cold skillet over medium heat for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and crisp, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Step 2: While bacon cooks, halve and pit the avocados, then scoop flesh into a bowl. Add 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then mash with a fork until smooth and creamy.
- Step 3: Whisk together the yolk from 1 egg, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until fully emulsified and glossy.
- Step 4: Dice the cooked bacon into 1/2-inch pieces, then fold into the mashed avocado mixture along with the crumbled feta and chopped dill.
- Step 5: Gently fold in the egg yolk dressing until evenly distributed, then chill for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Creamy Avocado & Bacon Keto Salad take to make?
Total time is about 21 minutes (15 min prep + 6 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Creamy Avocado & Bacon Keto Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep avocado from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Creamy Avocado & Bacon Keto Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Creamy Avocado & Bacon Keto Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Creamy Avocado & Bacon Keto Salad keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★★
Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
