This Keto Brocoli Salad is a delicious and nutritious side dish that’s perfect for a ketogenic diet. Packed with vibrant colors and textures, it combines fresh broccoli florets with a creamy dressing, crispy bacon, and crunchy sunflower seeds. This low-carb salad is not only flavorful but also loaded with fiber, vitamins, and healthy fats. It’s a refreshing addition to any meal or a great standalone dish for a light lunch or dinner.
Here’s the full recipe for Keto Broccoli Salad:
Ingredients:
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated erythritol (or your preferred keto-friendly sweetener)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, crumbled bacon, sunflower seeds, and diced red onion.
- In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, granulated erythritol, salt, and black pepper until well combined. This will be the dressing for your salad.
- Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss gently until all the ingredients are coated with the dressing.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together and the broccoli to slightly soften.
- Before serving, give the salad a good stir and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve the Keto Broccoli Salad chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts (per serving, based on 6 servings):
- Calories: 189
- Fat: 17g
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Net Carbs: 4g