Keto Broccoli Salad with Bacon: A Pressure Cooker Twist
This low carb broccoli salad is the perfect side dish for any barbecue. It’s full of so much good stuff that I have a hard time not eating the whole bowl.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 8 cups chopped broccoli florets for that fresh crunch you crave
- 6 ounces sharp cheddar cut into small cubes to add cheesy goodness
- ¼ cup diced red onion for that bite of sharpness
- ¼ cup thinly sliced almonds for extra texture and nutty flavor
- 8 slices bacon fried and crumbled to add smoky saltiness
- ½ cup mayo to make the dressing creamy and smooth
- ¼ cup sour cream for a tangy twist
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix to tie the flavors together
- 1 teaspoon white distilled vinegar
Instructions
Instructions
- Start by chopping your broccoli into bite-sized florets. You want these to be big enough to get that crunch but small enough to scoop easy.
- Open up your pressure cooker and pour in just a tiny bit of water to create some steam. Place broccoli florets inside on a rack or steamer basket so they don’t get soggy.
- Seal your cooker with the sealing ring set, making sure the float valve is down. Set the cooker on high pressure for about 1 minute. Yeah, just one minute of pressure cooking.
- Once done, don’t rush it. Use slow release to let the steam out gently. You don’t want mushy broccoli, trust me.
- While broccoli cooks, fry up your bacon slices until nice and crispy. Crumble ’em and set aside.
- In a large bowl, toss together your steamed broccoli, cheddar cubes, red onion, and sliced almonds. Leave the bacon for last.
- Mix mayo, sour cream, ranch seasoning, and vinegar in a small bowl. Pour this dressing over broccoli mix, then add the bacon and give everything a gentle toss. Serve it right away or chill for 30 minutes if you wanna bring out more flavor.
Notes
If you’ll be serving this recipe at a later time, store the bacon separately so it doesn’t become soggy. Top with bacon just before serving. This recipe lasts for up to 4 days in the fridge, though the broccoli does become softer the longer it sits.