Keto Broccoli Salad with Cheddar

A crisp and creamy Keto Broccoli Salad with Cheddar that's perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a flavorful side dish for any meal. Packed with vibrant broccoli, rich cheddar, and a tangy dressing, this salad will keep your taste buds delighted and your diet on track.

Course Sides

Cuisine American

Keyword broccoli, cheddar, Keto, Low-Carb, Salad, Side Dish

Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings servings

Calories 345kcal

Equipment

Large mixing bowl
Small mixing bowl
Whisk
Measuring cups and spoons
Plastic wrap

Ingredients

4 cups Broccoli florets (about 12 oz or 340 g)
1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 4 oz or 113 g)
¼ cup Red onion, finely chopped (about 1.5 oz or 40 g)
6 slices Bacon, cooked and crumbled (about 3 oz or 85 g)
¼ cup Roasted sunflower seeds (about 1 oz or 28 g)
¾ cup Mayonnaise (about 6 oz or 170 g)
¼ cup Sour cream (about 2 oz or 57 g)
2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar (about 1 oz or 30 ml)
1 tbsp Erythritol or preferred keto sweetener (about 0.5 oz or 14 g)
½ tsp Garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Begin by washing and cutting the broccoli into bite-sized florets. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese and finely chopped red onion to the bowl with the broccoli.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, erythritol, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until you achieve a smooth and creamy dressing.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss until all the ingredients are well coated.
Add the crumbled bacon and sunflower seeds to the salad and give it another good mix, ensuring even distribution of the bacon and seeds.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a final stir and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Notes

To make this Keto Broccoli Salad with Cheddar even more keto-friendly, consider using homemade mayonnaise made with avocado oil. For a vegetarian version, skip the bacon or use a meat-free bacon alternative.

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