Keto-Friendly “Macaroni” Salad

Ok so we know that technically this recipe isn’t macaroni, which is why we call it the “I can’t believe it’s not macaroni”  This recipe makes the perfect dish to take to any event, especially on a warm summer day. This rich and creamy salad is a great side dish and pairs well with any meat dish of your choice.

By cutting out the macaroni and substituting it for cauliflower, you’re cutting out the carbs without compromising taste! This dish is also easy to enjoy on the go, just store it in the fridge and it’s ready to go when you are! Just throw this dish into your meal prep rotation and you are good to go.

Just because you’re Keto does not mean you need to miss out on your old favourites! We believe that living a happy, healthy life is all about finding healthy substitutions to old classics. This recipe is a prime example of our efforts to live a healthier life without too many restrictions!

This dish pairs well with our Bacon Wrapped Scallops, trust us, you won’t be sorry!

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Keto-Friendly "Macaroni" Salad

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Course

Side Dish

Prep Time

3 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Passive Time

8 hours

Servings

servings MetricUS Imperial

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw cailiflower broken into very small pieces
• 1-1/2 tsp mayonnaise sugar-free
• 1/2 tsp cider vinegar optional
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 pinch pepper
• 1/3 tsp stevia
• 1 tsp dijon mustard
• 2 tbs celery thinly sliced
• 1 tbs bell pepper chopped
• 2 tsp onion chopped
• 1 tsp carrot grated
• 2 tbsp salad olives

Course Side Dish Prep Time 3 minutes Cook Time 10 minutes Passive Time 8 hours Servings servings MetricUS Imperial Ingredients 1 cup raw cailiflower broken into very small pieces 1-1/2 tsp mayonnaise sugar-free 1/2 tsp cider vinegar optional 1 pinch salt 1 pinch pepper 1/3 tsp stevia 1 tsp dijon mustard 2 tbs celery thinly sliced 1 tbs bell pepper chopped 2 tsp onion chopped 1 tsp carrot grated 2 tbsp salad olives

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Instructions

1. Steam cauliflower until tender, but not mushy
2. Combine mayo, mustard, vinegar, salt, pepper and sweetener. Mix well (taste to adjust seasoning)
3. Put cauliflower, celery, carrot, onion, pepper and olives into a bowl. Pour mayo mixture over and combine gently.
4. Chill overnight, or longer (the longer it sits, the more flavourful the dish will be)
5. Before serving, add more dressing to preference.

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