Keto Omaha

This Loaded Keto Fajita Salad Bowl is the ultimate Tex-Mex-inspired meal, packed with grilled steak or chicken, sautéed peppers & onions, crisp lettuce, creamy avocado, shredded cheese, and a smoky chipotle lime dressing! It’s low-carb, high-protein, and bursting with flavor—perfect for a fresh and satisfying lunch or dinner!

Ingredients (Serves 2)

🥩 For the Protein (Choose One or Both!):

• 8 oz steak (flank, skirt, or ribeye) or

• 8 oz boneless skinless chicken breast

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 teaspoon lime juice

• 1 teaspoon chili powder

• ½ teaspoon cumin

• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

🌶 For the Fajita Veggies:

• ½ red bell pepper (sliced)

• ½ yellow bell pepper (sliced)

• ½ green bell pepper (sliced)

• ½ small onion (sliced)

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon salt

🥗 For the Salad Base:

• 4 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens

• ½ avocado (sliced or mashed)

• ¼ cup cherry tomatoes (halved)

• ¼ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, cotija, or Monterey Jack)

• 2 tablespoons sour cream (or Greek yogurt)

• 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro (chopped)

• ½ lime (cut into wedges)

🌶 For the Chipotle Lime Dressing:

• ¼ cup mayonnaise (or sour cream)

• 1 teaspoon lime juice

• ½ teaspoon chipotle powder (or 1 teaspoon adobo sauce from chipotle peppers)

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1 tablespoon water (to thin if needed)

🔥 Optional Toppings:

• ¼ cup sliced jalapeños

• 2 tablespoons crushed pork rinds (for crunch!)

• 2 tablespoons salsa (sugar-free)

Instructions

1️⃣ Marinate & Cook the Protein:

• In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

• Coat steak or chicken in the seasoning and let marinate for 15-20 minutes.

• Heat a cast iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.

• Cook steak for 4-5 minutes per side (medium-rare) or chicken for 5-6 minutes per side (until fully cooked).

• Remove from heat, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.

2️⃣ Sauté the Fajita Veggies:

• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

• Add sliced bell peppers and onions, season with garlic powder and salt, and sauté for 5-6 minutes until soft and slightly charred.

3️⃣ Make the Chipotle Lime Dressing:

• In a small bowl, whisk together mayo, lime juice, chipotle powder, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

• Add water to thin if needed.

4️⃣ Assemble the Salad:

• Divide chopped lettuce into two bowls.

• Top with grilled steak or chicken, sautéed peppers & onions, cherry tomatoes, avocado, shredded cheese, and sour cream.

• Drizzle with chipotle lime dressing.

• Garnish with cilantro, lime wedges, and optional toppings like jalapeños or crushed pork rinds.

🔥 Pro Tip: Add crushed pork rinds for a crunchy, tortilla chip-like texture!

Nutrition Info (Per Serving – 1 Salad Bowl)

• Calories: ~520

• Protein: ~45g

• Fat: ~35g

• Net Carbs: ~6g

All the ingredients can be easily purchased here.