Whole30 Classic Ranch Salad
Fresh, vibrant, and bursting with flavors, the Whole30 Classic Ranch Salad is a wholesome twist on a beloved favorite that’s perfect for anyone following a Whole30 diet or simply craving a healthier meal option. This satisfying salad features crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and julienned carrots, all topped with creamy avocado, protein-packed hard-boiled eggs, tender slices of cooked chicken breast, and crispy Whole30-compliant bacon. The homemade ranch dressing, made with coconut milk, Whole30 mayo, and a blend of savory herbs like dill and parsley, ties it all together with rich, tangy perfection. Ready in just 30 minutes, this nutrient-packed dish is ideal for lunch, dinner, or even meal prep, delivering a delicious balance of texture and flavor that will keep you coming back for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., romaine, spinach, arugula)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
- 1 large Carrot, julienned
- 0.5 small Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 large Avocado, diced
- 2 large Hard-boiled eggs, peeled and quartered
- 1 cup Cooked chicken breast, sliced
- 3 slices Whole30 compliant bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 0.5 cup Coconut milk (canned, full fat)
- 0.5 cup Whole30 compliant mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried dill
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Start by preparing all the fresh salad ingredients. Wash and dry the salad greens thoroughly and place them in a large salad bowl.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, julienned carrot, and thinly sliced red onion to the salad greens in the bowl.
Top the salad with diced avocado, quartered hard-boiled eggs, sliced cooked chicken breast, and crumbled bacon.
In a separate mixing bowl, prepare the ranch dressing. Combine coconut milk, Whole30 compliant mayonnaise, and apple cider vinegar. Stir until smooth.
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper to the dressing mixture. Whisk well to blend all ingredients.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasonings if needed.
Pour the ranch dressing over the salad, and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Classic Ranch Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2386 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 190.1 g | 244% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.2 g | 281% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 527 mg | 176% | |
| Sodium | 3428 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.4 g | ||
| Protein | 119.1 g | 238% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 324 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 3909 mg | 83% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
