Keto 5:2 Simple Chicken Salad

This simple Keto 5:2 diet salad recipe is super easy to make and requires just a handful of easy-to-source ingredients. It is perfect for individuals on a 5:2 intermittent fasting plan and can be enjoyed on 'fasting' days.

What is the 5:2 diet ?

The 5:2 diet plan is a form of intermittent fasting that basically entails eating a normal, healthy diet for 5 days a week without restricting your calories and then reducing your calorie intake to a quarter of your recommended daily calorie intake for the remaining 2 days, also known as the “fasting days”. This usually results in about 500 calories per day for women and 600 calories per day for men. The main purpose of this diet is to lose weight without taking extreme measures to achieve your desired results. It is worth noting that for the 5 days, eating normally doesn’t necessarily mean consuming an excessive amount of junk food, this may lead to seeing no results in weight loss and potentially lead to weight gain. An important thing to take note of is that there should be a non-fasting day between the 2 days, for example, consume 500-600 calories on Monday and Thursday and eat normally on the other days of the week.

What are 5:2 diet recipes?

5:2 diet recipes are created for individuals on the 5:2 intermittent fasting plan. These recipes include minimal ingredients that are nutrient-dense and low in calories. Since individuals on a 5:2 diet consume about roughly 500-600 calories on their fasting days, these recipes are curated to ensure their daily calorie intake is not exceeded yet they still feel somewhat full until their next meal. These recipes also take very little time to prepare and range from breakfast, lunch, dinner, and some indulgent sweet treats for those with a sweet tooth.

Note: Be sure to consult a medical professional before embarking on any intermitent fasting program.