This salad recreates the components of a traditional club sandwich using a base of mixed greens topped with turkey, bacon, and hard-boiled eggs. The base is layered with avocado, cherry tomatoes, and shredded cheese, then finished with a sugar-free creamy dressing. This recipe uses fresh produce and high-protein ingredients to create a multi-textured salad.

About This Recipe

To prepare the salad, the mixed greens are arranged in bowls and topped with diced turkey breast and crumbled bacon. Adding halved hard-boiled eggs and sliced avocado provides a range of textures that mimic the layered feel of a stacked sandwich. It is important to add the dressing and avocado just before serving to ensure the greens remain crisp and the fruit maintains its color.

The flavor relies on the contrast between the salty bacon and the mild roasted turkey, balanced by the tang of the cherry tomatoes and cheddar cheese. A sugar-free ranch or blue cheese dressing provides a creamy mouthfeel that ties the savory proteins and fresh vegetables together. Since the ingredients are naturally flavorful, a simple seasoning of salt and pepper is sufficient to highlight the individual components of the bowl.

This dish works well as a main dish and can be prepared ahead of time. It’s easy to customize the toppings by adding cucumbers for extra crunch or swapping the turkey for ham to vary the protein. This salad is best served chilled, providing a structured and filling meal that emphasizes fresh ingredients and savory combinations.


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • All the flavor of a classic club sandwich without the bread
  • Loaded with protein and healthy fats
  • Quick, easy, and meal-prep friendly
  • Customizable with endless toppings
  • Fresh, filling, and keto-approved

What You’ll Need for This Keto Turkey Club Salad

  • 4 cups mixed lettuce or salad greens
  • 1 cup cooked turkey breast, diced or sliced
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, halved
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Swiss cheese
  • 2 tbsp ranch or blue cheese dressing (sugar-free)
  • Salt & pepper, to taste

Step-by-Step Preparation

  1. Arrange lettuce or salad greens in two large bowls.
  2. Top each with turkey, bacon, eggs, avocado, tomatoes, and cheese.
  3. Drizzle with dressing and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Toss gently before serving or enjoy layered.

FAQ

  • Can I use chicken instead of turkey?
    Yes—grilled or rotisserie chicken works perfectly.
  • Is this good for meal prep?
    Yes, just store ingredients separately and add avocado and dressing right before serving.
  • What’s the best dressing for this salad?
    Ranch, blue cheese, or Caesar (all sugar-free) pair beautifully.
  • Can I make it dairy-free?
    Yes—skip the cheese and use a dairy-free dressing.

Variations & Substitutions

  • Use ham or chicken for variety
  • Swap cheddar for blue cheese crumbles
  • Add cucumbers, olives, or jalapeños for extra flavor
  • Top with sunflower seeds for crunch

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with keto breadsticks or cheese crisps
  • Pair with sparkling water for a refreshing lunch
  • Enjoy as a main course or share as a side salad
  • Perfect for a picnic or work lunch

Keto Turkey Club Salad

Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 Servings
Calories 625
A fresh keto turkey club salad with turkey, bacon, avocado, and creamy ranch dressing. Low-carb, high-protein, and perfect for lunch.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups mixed lettuce or salad greens
  • 1 cup cooked turkey breast (diced or sliced)
  • 4 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs (halved)
  • 1 avocado (diced)
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Swiss cheese
  • 2 tbsp ranch or blue cheese dressing (sugar-free)
  • Salt & pepper (to taste)

Instructions 

  • Arrange lettuce or salad greens in two large bowls.
  • Top each with turkey, bacon, eggs, avocado, tomatoes, and cheese.
  • Drizzle with dressing and season with salt and pepper.
  • Toss gently before serving or enjoy layered.
Calories: 625kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: club salad keto, Dinner, keto turkey salad, low carb / keto, low carb turkey bacon avocado salad

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