“A good use for broccoli when you buy it in bulk from Costco. It’s something different when you are eating low carb.” – Calla Ferre
“You can of course use regular sugar in place of Splenda. I like my dressing a little less sweet, so I only use 1/4 Cup Sugar.” – April Ferre
Low-Carb Broccoli Salad
Ingredients
- 9 Slices Bacon
- 4 Cups Broccoli Florets
- 2 Cups Red Cabbage Chopped
- 1 Cup Mayonnaise
- 1/4 to 1/2 Cup Sugar Substitute or 6 to 12 Packets Splenda
- 2 Tablespoons Vinegar
Instructions
- Cut bacon into pieces; fry until crisp and drain. Cut broccoli into small pieces and combine with red cabbage and bacon bits.
- Make sauce by combining mayonnaise, sugar substitute, and vinegar. Combine broccoli mixture and sauce. Chill before serving.
Notes
Optional substitution: Substitute 1 1/4 Cup Shredded Carrots for Cabbage.
Optional additions: 1/2 Cup Shredded Carrots, 1/2 Cup Raisins or Dried Cranberries, 1/4 Cup Sunflower Seeds or Toasted Slivered Almonds
2005 Original Recipe – Calla Ferre