This ketogenic cabbage and bacon salad is a delicious and refreshing way to get your daily dose of healthy fats and protein. The cabbage provides a crunchy base, while the bacon adds a smoky flavor. The red onion and celery add a bit of sweetness and crunch, and the walnuts add a nutty flavor and some healthy fats. The mayonnaise-based dressing is tangy and creamy, and it ties all the flavors together perfectly.
This recipe was inspired by my grandmother's classic cabbage salad. I wanted to create a ketogenic version that was just as delicious and refreshing, but without all the carbs. I experimented with different ingredients and proportions until I came up with this recipe. I'm so glad I did, because this salad is now one of my favorite ketogenic meals.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1/2 head of green cabbage, shredded
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup celery, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
Combine the cabbage, bacon, red onion, celery, and walnuts in a large bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
Serve immediately or chill for later.
Why It Works
The cabbage provides a crunchy base for the salad.
The bacon adds a smoky flavor and some healthy fats.
The red onion and celery add a bit of sweetness and crunch.
The walnuts add a nutty flavor and some healthy fats.
The mayonnaise-based dressing is tangy and creamy, and it ties all the flavors together perfectly.