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Keto Avocado with Smoked Paprika Dressing

Made by Anastasia Papapetros - Serves 4 Filed Under: Low Carb Salads, Quick Salad Recipes, Salad Index, Salad Recipes By Ingredient, Salads by Diet, Salads by Season, Salads Recipes By Type, Summer Salads, Vegetable Salad, Vegetarian Salads

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Our Keto Avocado Salad becomes truly irresistible with its flavourful smoked paprika dressing, imparting a delightful smoky twist. This versatile dressing not only adds incredible flavour but can also doubles up as a delectable marinade for meats and poultry.

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Keto avocado salad with smoked paprika dressing on a white plate.

For this salad we start with creamy avocado, which we expertly fan out. Then, we add sweet peppers and citrusy coriander (cilantro) to create a vibrant mix of flavours.

But the real star of the show is our unforgettable smoked paprika dressing. It adds that extra punch and takes this salad to a whole new level. Trust me, it's both pretty and bursting with flavour!

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  1. You Will Need
  2. Step-by-Step Instructions
  3. Serving Suggestions  🍽
  4. Tips and Questions
  5. Looking for More Avocado Recipes?
  6. Recipe Card

You Will Need


Labelled ingredients needed to make a keto avocado salad.

Step-by-Step Instructions


Step 1 - Prepare Topping

Wash the capsicum, remove the core, seeds and membranes then finely dice.

DICING RED PEPPER INTO A SMALL DICE ON A WOODEN BAORD

Remove the papery skin, tops and ends of the onion then finely dice.

DICING RED ONION ON A WOODEN BOARD

Wash your coriander remove any damaged or wilted leaves, shake and pat dry.

Cut off and discard the stems then roughly chop the leaves.

CLOSE-UP OF CHOPPING CORIANDER

Step 2 - Make Vinaigrette

Place all the dressing ingredients in a glass jar and shake until emulsified. Taste and adjust seasonings according to your liking.

SMOKED PAPRIKA DRESSING SHAKEN

Step 3 - Prepare Avocado and Assemble

Rinse and peel your avocado, remove the seed, then cut each half into slices.

SLICING AVOCADO ON WOODEN BOARD

Transfer each half to a platter and then fan out. Squeeze some lime or lemon juice on top, season with some salt and pepper.

Avocado halves fanned on a white plate

Pour over your vinaigrette.

Adding smoked paprika dressing to fanned avocado halves

Add the diced pepper, onion and chopped coriander/cilantro.

Adding onion and cilantro to dICED RED PEPPER ON FANNED AVOCADO WITH DRESSING

Serve immediately.

Keto avocado salad with smoked paprika dressing on a white plate with cut limes, snijed parika and coriander (cilantro) on the side.

Serving Suggestions  🍽

This keto avocado salad would pair well with most meats, poultry, pasta and seafood. I served this pretty avocado salad with some chargrilled tuna steaks and it was a fantastic combination! You could also try it with:

  • Chilli
  • Mediterranean vegetable vegan risotto
  • Jamaican pulled pork

Tips and Questions


What Can I Use Instead of Smoked Paprika?

This delectable spice brings a deep, smoky aroma and flavour to meals. It originates from Spain and is made from pimiento peppers that have been dried and smoked over an oak fire, then ground into a fine powder.

Your best alternative would be Chipotle powder as it is also smoky and full-bodied. It is made from dried jalapeno peppers, so just use half the amount as it has twice the heat of smoked paprika.

Make up your own smoky mix by using 2 parts paprika to 1-part cumin powder. The paprika for its mild taste and colour and the cumin powder for its smokiness and depth of flavour.

Choose Ripe Avocados

The secret to the success is to select avocados that are ripe but not overly soft. They should yield slightly to gentle pressure. This ensures a creamy texture without being mushy.

Can It Be Made I Advance?

This is really a make it and eat it now type of salad otherwise the avocados will brown.

  • The dressing can be made several days in advance and kept in an airtight container in the fridge. Just make sure you bring it to room temperature before assembling your salad.
  • You can prepare the onions, peppers and coriander/cilantro an hour or two in advance and keep in air tight containers in the fridge to assemble the salad just before serving.

What Diets is Keto Avocado Salad Suitable For?

This is a low-carb keto, vegan, vegetarian, paleo-friendly salad that is also suitable for dairy and gluten-free dieters.

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Keto avocado salad with smoked paprika dressing on a white plate with cut limes, snijed parika and coriander (cilantro) on the side.

Keto Avocado with Smoked Paprika Dressing

This keto avocado salad is brought to life with a delightful smoked paprika dressing which can double as a marinade for meats and poultry.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
* Times are an estimate and will depend on your skill level
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Spanish
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4 as a side
Calories: 299kcal
Author: Anastasia Papapetros
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Ingredients
For the salad…
  • 2 avocados
  • ½ red capsicum (pepper)
  • ½ small onion | diced finely
  • ¼ cup coriander (cilantro) leaves | loosely packed
For the Smoked Paprika Vinaigrette…
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoon lime juice
  • 4 tbsps olive oil | extra virgin
  • Sea salt and cracked black pepper
Metric - Imperial
Instructions
  • Wash and trim your onions and peppers, remove the seeds and chop into small dice.
  • Rinse your coriander, pat dry, remove the stems and roughly chop the leaves.
  • Place all your vinaigrette ingredients in a glass jar, season and shake until emulsified.
  • Rinse and peel your avocado, slice each half then transfer each half to a platter and fan out. Squeeze some lime or lemon juice on top, season with some salt and pepper. Pour over your vinaigrette.
  • Scatter your onion and pepper mix on top, garnish with the chopped coriander and serve immediately.

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Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
Calories: 299kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 550mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 926IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg
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Anastasia has been passionate about cooking since she was eight years old, and hasn't left the kitchen since! With over a decade of experience running her own coffee shop and catering business, Anastasia has developed a true love for salads - especially for family get-togethers and friends' functions. She's the go-to for bringing the perfect salad to any occasion!

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