Low Carb Broccoli Bacon Salad
Crunchy, creamy, and bursting with flavor, this Low Carb Broccoli Bacon Salad is a satisfying side dish or light meal that’s perfect for keto and low-carb lifestyles. Packed with fresh broccoli florets, crispy bacon, sharp shredded cheddar, and a hint of sweetness from a tangy, sugar-free dressing, this salad is as nutritious as it is indulgent. Finely diced red onion and crunchy sunflower seeds add texture and depth, while a quick 15-minute prep time makes it an easy go-to dish for busy days. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or bringing a crowd-pleaser to your next gathering, this chilled broccoli bacon salad will quickly become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Broccoli florets
- 6 slices Bacon
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely diced
- 0.25 cup Sunflower seeds
- 0.75 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Granular erythritol (or preferred sweetener)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
1. Prepare the bacon by cooking it in a skillet over medium-high heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Once the bacon has cooled, crumble it into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
2. While the bacon is cooking, prepare the broccoli by cutting it into small, bite-sized florets. If desired, you can blanch the broccoli for 1-2 minutes in boiling water, then plunge it into ice water to preserve its bright green color and tender texture. Drain well if blanched.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, diced red onion, and sunflower seeds. Toss together to evenly distribute the ingredients.
4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, erythritol (or your preferred sweetener), salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
6. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
8. Serve chilled and enjoy your Low Carb Broccoli Bacon Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2298 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 200.3 g | 257% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.4 g | 217% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 344 mg | 115% | |
| Sodium | 3229 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.6 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 65.2 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1027 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 819 mg | 17% | |
*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.
