Crisp raw broccoli florets tossed with smoky bacon, shredded cheddar, and crunchy sunflower seeds in a creamy, tangy low-carb dressing. A delicious chilled side dish.
1cupshredded cheddar cheese (shred it from a block)
1/2cupsalted and roasted sunflower seeds
1cupmayonnaise
2Tbspapple cider vinegar
3Tbspmonk fruit (or erythritol)
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Instructions
Whisk the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and monk fruit or erythritol in a small bowl until smooth, then set the dressing aside. The mixture should look creamy and uniform, with no dry sweetener sitting around the edge of the bowl.
Place the chopped broccoli, chopped bacon, diced red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and sunflower seeds in a large bowl, then gently combine them. Each scoop should show a balanced mix of green florets, cheddar, bacon, onion, and seeds.
Pour in the dressing and toss until the ingredients are coated, then chill for 1+ hours before serving. The broccoli will take on the tangy dressing flavor while still giving a noticeable crunch.
Notes
Texture tip: Ensure broccoli florets are completely dry after washing before tossing, as any residual water will dilute the creamy dressing.Meal prep tip: If making ahead, store the cooked bacon and sunflower seeds separately and stir them in right before serving to maintain maximum crunch.Serving tip: Give the salad a quick stir after chilling to redistribute any dressing that settles at the bottom of the bowl.Nutrition information is an estimate based on common ingredients and serving sizes. Values may vary depending on brands, portions, and substitutions.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Keto Broccoli Salad
Amount per Serving
Calories
285
% Daily Value*
Fat
27
g
42
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
38
%
Cholesterol
22
mg
7
%
Sodium
1008
mg
44
%
Potassium
280
mg
8
%
Carbohydrates
6
g
2
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
2
g
2
%
Protein
6
g
12
%
Vitamin A
420
IU
8
%
Vitamin C
65
mg
79
%
Calcium
140
mg
14
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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