In a pot, put in 6 cups of water. Add salt to the water. Boil it until it is hot. While waiting for this liquid to reach its boiling point and then prepare yourself with an ice bath in which you will immerse your hand after removing from direct heat source so that it does not get burned by residual flames when handling hot substance like oil (or other food products).
Boil the broccoli in boiling water until it is soft. Then put it in a bowl of ice-cold water to cool it down. You will need to spin it two times before removing from liquid! This helps cool down its bitter taste so you can enjoy this healthy veggie's delicious flavor without worry about side effects like indigestion or heartburn- both common when consuming raw vegetables on their own.
Combine all dressing ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk until thoroughly mixed. Season with salt or pepper as desired for an unforgettable salad.
With all the ingredients in a large bowl, pour on top of dressing and toss until combined. Cover with plastic wrap before refrigerating to keep salad fresh for up 4 hours or more.
Best served at room temperature
Some like to add grilled chicken, shrimp or salmon for added protein (and deliciousness). If you're going to do this, cook the protein before adding it to the salad.
This keto broccoli salad is sure to become a regular side dish at your house- it's that good! And with only a few simple tweaks, it can easily be made into a no mayo version for those who are avoiding that ingredient. So go ahead and give it a try- you won't regret it.
Notes
Nutrition (per serving): 428 calories, 12 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates, 5 g fiber, 3 g sugar, 39 g fat, 8 g saturated fat, 710 mg sodium