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Keto Creamy Loaded Broccoli Salad: Your Low-Carb Sidekick

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Forget everything you thought you knew about salads! This isn’t just any broccoli salad; it’s a vibrant, satisfying explosion of flavor and texture that happens to be wonderfully low-carb. Packed with crisp-tender broccoli florets, smoky turkey bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and a creamy, tangy dressing, this ‘loaded’ salad is hearty enough to be a main course or the star side dish. Perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or a healthy weeknight dinner, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that proves healthy eating can be incredibly delicious and utterly satisfying without compromising on taste. Get ready to fall in love with your greens all over again!

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 large head broccoli (about 4-5 cups florets), finely chopped
  • 8 slices turkey bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup roasted sunflower seeds
  • 1/2 cup full-fat mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon erythritol or other low-carb granulated sweetener (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli head. Cut the broccoli into small, bite-sized florets. You want them small enough to be easily eaten and mix well into the salad. Finely dice the red onion.
  2. Cook the turkey bacon according to package directions until crispy. Once cooked, transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat. Allow to cool completely, then crumble into small pieces.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, erythritol (or sweetener of choice), Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until completely smooth and well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed; you might want a little more sweetener or vinegar depending on your preference.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli florets, diced red onion, crumbled turkey bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and sunflower seeds.
  5. Pour the prepared creamy dressing over the broccoli mixture. Stir well to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or ideally 1-2 hours, to allow the flavors to meld and the broccoli to slightly soften.
  6. Give the salad a final stir before serving. Enjoy this flavorful and satisfying low-carb loaded broccoli salad chilled!

Notes

For best results, allow the salad to chill for at least an hour before serving; this lets the flavors deepen and the broccoli absorb some of the dressing. You can prepare this salad a day in advance for meal prep, just be aware the broccoli will soften further. For an extra crunch, toast the sunflower seeds lightly before adding them. Feel free to add other low-carb friendly ingredients like bell peppers or chopped celery for added texture.

  • Author: Cook Reel
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Assembly
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Find it online: https://cookreel.com/low-carb-loaded-broccoli-salad/

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