Roasted Keto Cauliflower Bacon Salad
This Keto Cauliflower Bacon Salad brings together tender cauliflower, crisp bacon, roasted tomatoes, sautéed leeks, and a creamy, pickle-spiked dressing. It’s packed with flavor, texture, and healthy fats—making it a perfect side dish for picnics, cookouts, or keto meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1.1 lbs chopped cauliflower about 1 large head
- 7 slices chopped bacon
- 1 pint grape tomatoes halved
- Olive oil for drizzling
- 2 leeks sliced into half-moons
- 1 ¾ tbsp dill pickle relish
- ½ cup keto mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 3 ½ green onions sliced (whites and greens)
- Pink salt to taste
- Cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place cauliflower in salted water and boil until tender, about 7 minutes.
- Drain and spread on baking sheet to cool.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Toss halved tomatoes with olive oil and salt on baking sheet.
- Roast 20–30 minutes until caramelized. Cool.
- Cook bacon in skillet until crisp.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/keto-cauliflower-bacon-salad/
Notes
• Make sure leeks are thoroughly rinsed—they often hide grit between layers.
• You can substitute roasted red peppers for tomatoes if desired.
• This salad holds up well for meal prep and tastes even better the next day.