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Low-Carb Bacon & Cheese Broccoli Salad

Lauren LesterUpdated 19 August 2024★★★★☆4.2 (61 ratings)
  • Ready in 20m
  • 3.4 g net carbs
  • 378 kcal
  • Serves 6
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Bacon & Cheese Broccoli Salad (low-carb, keto, primal)

What’s a covered dish dinner without broccoli salad? This keto broccoli salad has all the flavors you know and love just without sugar. This goes great with any grilled protein such as pork chops, chicken, salmon or steak, and it’s perfect to have on hand for an easy side dish during the week since it keeps really well.

This low-carb recipe is great for adding in some cruciferous vegetables to your life without having to munch on plain broccoli (although there’s nothing wrong with that but who doesn't love bacon?). If you’re dairy free you can swap out the cheese for extra fillings such as sunflower seeds or sliced almonds. Eat one serving as a side or two for a light lunch or dinner.

Step-by-step

  1. In a small jar mix together the dressing ingredients: mayonnaise, white vinegar, Swerve and salt. Set aside.

    Bacon & Cheese Broccoli Salad (low-carb, keto, primal)

  2. To cook the bacon, preheat the oven to 190 °C/ 375 °F. Line a baking tray with baking paper. Lay the bacon strips out flat on the baking paper, leaving space so they don't overlap. Place the tray in the oven and cook for about 10-15 minutes until golden brown. The time depends on the thickness of the bacon slices.

  3. When done, remove from the oven and set aside to cool down and break or slice into small pieces. You can discard or reserve the bacon grease for another use.

    Bacon & Cheese Broccoli Salad (low-carb, keto, primal)

  4. In a large bowl combine the broccoli, crumbled bacon, onion, and cheese. Pour the dressing over the broccoli and toss to coat.
    Note: If you don't like raw broccoli, lightly steam or boil the florets for 2-3 minutes. When cooked, place in ice water and drain.

    Bacon & Cheese Broccoli Salad (low-carb, keto, primal)

  5. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

    Bacon & Cheese Broccoli Salad (low-carb, keto, primal)

  6. Store covered and in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    Bacon & Cheese Broccoli Salad (low-carb, keto, primal)
Low-Carb Bacon & Cheese Broccoli Salad

Recipe

Low-Carb Bacon & Cheese Broccoli Salad

★★★★☆4.2 (61 ratings)

This tasty broccoli side salad is packed full of flavor, protein and healthy fats to keep you full for longer.

Hands on
10m
Overall
20m
Servings
6
3.4 g
Net carbs
10.7 g
Protein
35.9 g
Fat
378
kcal
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Ingredients makes 8 servings

  • Salad:
  • Dressing:

Instructions

  1. In a small jar mix together the dressing ingredients: mayonnaise, white vinegar, Swerve and salt. Set aside.

  2. To cook the bacon, preheat the oven to 190 °C/ 375 °F. Line a baking tray with baking paper. Lay the bacon strips out flat on the baking paper, leaving space so they don't overlap. Place the tray in the oven and cook for about 10-15 minutes until golden brown. The time depends on the thickness of the bacon slices.

  3. When done, remove from the oven and set aside to cool down and break or slice into small pieces. You can discard or reserve the bacon grease for another use.

  4. In a large bowl combine the broccoli, crumbled bacon, onion, and cheese. Pour the dressing over the broccoli and toss to coat.
    Note: If you don't like raw broccoli, lightly steam or boil the florets for 2-3 minutes. When cooked, place in ice water and drain.

  5. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

  6. Store covered and in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition per serving

Carbs 4%Protein 11%Fat 85% of calories

Net carbs
3.4 g
Total carbs
9.8 g
Fiber
1.6 g
Sugars
1.6 g
Protein
10.7 g
Fat
35.9 g
Saturated fat
8.3 g
Calories
378 kcal
Sodium
962 mg · 41.8% RDA
Magnesium
18 mg · 4.54% RDA
Potassium
251 mg · 12.6% EMR
Nutrition by ingredient
Per servingNet carbsProteinFatkcal
Broccoli, broccolini, fresh2.4 g1.6 g0.2 g20
Bacon, crispy (bacon grease removed)0 g6.4 g2.1 g45
Onion, red, fresh0.3 g0.1 g0 g2
Cheddar cheese0.3 g2.2 g3.1 g38
Mayonnaise0.2 g0.4 g30.4 g272
Wine vinegar0 g0 g0 g0
Swerve, natural sweetener (Erythritol and chicory inulin based)0.3 g0 g0 g1
Salt, sea salt0 g0 g0 g0
Total3.4 g10.7 g35.9 g378
  • Gluten free
  • Nut free
  • Nightshade free
  • Avocado free
  • Coconut free
  • Fish free
  • Beef free

Goes well with

Add a side and it's a complete meal.

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  1. Lucia

    I am planning to buy your app , Martina, and I have found out by accident that this recipe is not on it. I was wandering if all your recipes are also available via the KetoApp?

    1. Martina @ KetoDietAuthor

      Hi Lucia, I did have a quick look and found this under Recipe (I searched for "broccoli salad"). If you think it's missing on your device, is it possible that it's not fully synced? Could you please send me a screenshot at support[at]ketodietapp[dot]com? Thank you!
      As for the free recipe Keto App, all of my recipes should be in there if you use the search tool. Is that the app you had in mind? https://ketodiet.com/

  2. Sam

    What's the serving size?

    1. Martina @ KetoDietAuthor

      Hi Sam, I haven't weighed one serving or measure it but if you want to be accurate, you'll need yo divide the total weight by 8 servings (about 142 g /5 oz per serving).

  3. Tammy

    For convenience can you use the pre-made bags of broccoli slaw?

    1. Martina @ KetoDietAuthor

      Absolutely! As long as it's just shredded vegetables you can use it as an alternative (just beware of starchy vegetables and keep them to minimum).

  4. ERICA MCCULLAGH

    This is delicious. I left out the cheese since I am dairy free and it still tastes great. Even my one year old son kept asking for more and came back for bite after bite. Added to my favorites.

    1. Martina @ KetoDietAuthor

      I'm glad you both enjoyed, Erica! ❤️

  5. Robin Rodgers

    Your site with all the information and delicious recipes is a TEN! I love this recipe and it's going to be one we make this week.

    1. Martina @ KetoDietAuthor

      Thank you Robin!

  6. Lauma

    Great, thanks for sharing! Lovely!

  7. Karolin

    Just wanted to say I love the recipe! I used apple cider vinegar and added some toasted sesame oil!! Sooo good and a favourite in our family!!

    1. Martina @ KetoDietAuthor

      Thank you Karolin, I'm happy you enjoyed! ❤️

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