Keto Broccoli Salad
At Delish, our go-to recipe for an effortless side dish or a must-have at weekend BBQs is the classic broccoli salad. Whether you're following a keto diet or seeking a low-carb option, this delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors might become your new favorite. Broccoli takes center stage, providing ample amounts of vitamin C, fiber, and even protein, making it a nutritious foundation for the rest of the ingredients. Topped with shredded cheese, toasted almonds, crispy bacon crumbles, and a luscious dressing, this "salad" is guaranteed to vanish in no time.
Ingredients
- Kosher salt
- 3 heads broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1/2 c. cheddar, shredded
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 c. toasted sliced almonds
- 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tbsp. freshly chopped chives
FOR THE DRESSING
- 2/3 c. mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp. dijon mustard
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium pot or saucepan, bring 6 cups of salted water to a boil. While waiting for the water to boil, prepare a large bowl with ice water.
- Add broccoli florets to the boiling water and cook until tender, 1 minute. Remove with a slotted spoon and immediately place in the prepared bowl of ice water. When cool, spin the broccoli in a salad spinner. You will need to spin it at least twice.
- In a medium bowl, whisk to combine dressing ingredients. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl and pour over dressing. Toss until ingredients are combined and fully coated in dressing. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 634kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 21gFat: 49gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 44mgSodium: 1315mgPotassium: 1613mgFiber: 14gSugar: 9gCalcium: 349mgIron: 4mg
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