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Broccoli Stem Bacon Slaw

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Broccoli stems. Isn’t it funny that we spent so many years throwing this yummy part of the broccoli in the rubbish? We were so ignorant of the goodness that we were wasting.

I love broccoli stems, I don’t think that they taste anything like the broccoli florets, they have a kind of fresh yet nutty flavour that is close to kohlrabi.

Anyway, this salad is fresh and crispy and the perfect way to use up those leftover stems.

The buttermilk dressing is creamy yet neutral, so if you want to add some fresh herbs to yours you can. I prefer mine this way so that the flavours of the salad shine through. Enjoy!

Hands-on Overall

Allergy information for Broccoli Stem Bacon Slaw

✔  Gluten free
✔  Nightshade free
✔  Coconut free
✔  Fish free
✔  Shellfish free
✔  Beef free

Nutritional values (per serving)

Net carbs5.6 grams
Protein8.6 grams
Fat24.4 grams
Calories268 kcal
Calories from carbs 8%, protein 12%, fat 80%
Total carbs6.8 gramsFiber1.2 gramsSugars1.1 gramsSaturated fat4.7 gramsSodium399 mg(17% RDA)Magnesium42 mg(11% RDA)Potassium409 mg(20% EMR)

Ingredients (makes 6 servings)

Slaw:
  • 4 large peeled broccoli stems (400 g/ 14.1 oz)
  • 1 1/4 cups broccoli florets (114 g/ 4 oz)
  • 6 slices quality bacon (180 g/ 6.4 oz)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled walnuts (58 g/ 2 oz)
  • 1/2 of the prepared buttermilk dressing, about 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp (recipe below)
Buttermilk dressing:

Note: You can use sour cream instead of full-fat buttermilk (the effect on the carb count per serving will be insignificant).

Instructions

  1. Prepare all the ingredients. Chop bacon into strips.
    Broccoli Stem Bacon Slaw
  2. Fry over a medium high heat. Finely chop the garlic and add it to the bacon while cooking.
    Broccoli Stem Bacon Slaw
  3. Meanwhile, peel the broccoli stems and cut them finely.
    I used the julienne setting on my mandolin, but you could slice them very thinly or julienne them yourself if you have better knife skills than me.
    Broccoli Stem Bacon Slaw
  4. Cut the florets into very small pieces and place in a large bowl with the broccoli stems.
    Note: If you don't like raw broccoli florets, lightly steam or boil the florets for 2-3 minutes. When cooked, place in ice water and drain. Broccoli Stem Bacon Slaw
  5. Add the bacon while still warm, including bacon fats. Add roughly chopped walnuts, reserving a small handful to garnish. Toss all of the salad ingredients together and then leave to sit while you make dressing.
    Broccoli Stem Bacon Slaw
  6. Place all of the buttermilk dressing ingredients into a small mixing bowl. Whisk together until well combined and pour into a serving bottle.
    Broccoli Stem Bacon Slaw
  7. Pour over the salad and toss to combine. Note that this makes enough dressing for a couple of salads, so don’t pour all of it on to this one salad.
    Broccoli Stem Bacon Slaw
  8. Store salad, covered, in refrigerator for up to three days.
    Broccoli Stem Bacon Slaw
  9. Store buttermilk dressing in jar in the refrigerator for up to five days.
    Broccoli Stem Bacon Slaw

Broccoli Stem Bacon Slaw
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★★★★★★★★★★
4.6 stars, average of 45 ratings
Broccoli Stem Bacon Slaw
Ever wondered what to do with leftover broccoli stems? They make the perfect base for this low-carb broccoli & bacon slaw!
Hands on10m
Overall10m
Servings6
Calories268 kcal
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Ingredients

  • 4 large peeled broccoli stems (400 g/ 14.1 oz)
  • 1 1/4 cups broccoli florets (114 g/ 4 oz)
  • 6 slices quality bacon (180 g/ 6.4 oz)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled walnuts (58 g/ 2 oz)
  • 1/2 of the prepared buttermilk dressing, about 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp (recipe below)
  • 1/2 cup whole buttermilk (120 ml/ 4 fl oz)
  • 1/2 cup paleo mayonnaise (110 g/ 3.9 oz) - you can make your own mayo
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (30 ml)
  • 1 tsp white wine vinegar
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare all the ingredients. Chop bacon into strips.
  2. Fry over a medium high heat. Finely chop the garlic and add it to the bacon while cooking.
  3. Meanwhile, peel the broccoli stems and cut them finely.
    I used the julienne setting on my mandolin, but you could slice them very thinly or julienne them yourself if you have better knife skills than me.
  4. Cut the florets into very small pieces and place in a large bowl with the broccoli stems.
    Note: If you don't like raw broccoli florets, lightly steam or boil the florets for 2-3 minutes. When cooked, place in ice water and drain.
  5. Add the bacon while still warm, including bacon fats. Add roughly chopped walnuts, reserving a small handful to garnish. Toss all of the salad ingredients together and then leave to sit while you make dressing.
  6. Place all of the buttermilk dressing ingredients into a small mixing bowl. Whisk together until well combined and pour into a serving bottle.
  7. Pour over the salad and toss to combine. Note that this makes enough dressing for a couple of salads, so don’t pour all of it on to this one salad.
  8. Store salad, covered, in refrigerator for up to three days.
  9. Store buttermilk dressing in jar in the refrigerator for up to five days.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories268kcal
Net Carbs5.6g
Carbohydrates6.8g
Protein8.6g
Fat24.4g
Saturated Fat4.7g
Fiber1.2g
Sugar1.1g
Sodium399mg
Magnesium42mg
Potassium409mg

Detailed nutritional breakdown (per serving)

Net carbsProteinFatCalories
Total per serving
5.6 g8.6 g24.4 g268 kcal
Broccoli, stalks, raw
3.5 g2 g0.2 g19 kcal
Broccoli, broccolini, fresh
0.8 g0.5 g0.1 g6 kcal
Bacon, streaky (high fat content), organic
0 g4.1 g7.5 g84 kcal
Walnuts, nuts
0.7 g1.5 g6.4 g64 kcal
Milk, buttermilk, fluid, whole
0.5 g0.3 g0.3 g6 kcal
Mayonnaise
0.1 g0.1 g7.6 g68 kcal
Garlic, fresh
0.1 g0 g0 g0 kcal
Lemon juice, fresh
0 g0 g0 g0 kcal
Olive oil, extra virgin
0 g0 g2.3 g20 kcal
Wine vinegar
0 g0 g0 g0 kcal
Salt, pink Himalayan rock salt
0 g0 g0 g0 kcal
Pepper, black, spices
0 g0 g0 g0 kcal

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Naomi Sherman

Naomi is the force behind Naomi Sherman, Food Creative. She is passionate about recipe development, food photography and styling.

An accomplished home cook who was diagnosed with an auto-immune disease eight years ago, Naomi started to explore the connection between healthy, whole food and her symptoms, and a new love was born.

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