Broccoli Salad With Garlic and Sesame
A fresh, crunchy broccoli salad tossed in a warm garlic-sesame dressing, lightly marinated in vinegar for a flavorful, vegan, and gluten-free side dish perfect for easy weeknight dinners and healthy comfort food.
Ingredients
- 450 g fresh broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari (gluten-free option)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 2 tbsp finely chopped red onion or shallot
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- to taste salt and pepper
- optional chopped cashews, red bell pepper strips, dried cranberries
Instructions
- Blanch broccoli florets in boiling salted water for 1–2 minutes until bright green. Drain and transfer to ice water, then drain thoroughly.
- In a small skillet over medium heat, warm toasted sesame oil. Add minced garlic and cook until golden and fragrant, about 1 minute.
- In a bowl, whisk together the garlic-sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey or maple syrup if using. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine blanched broccoli, chopped red onion, and optional toppings.
- Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss well to coat.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top. Let the salad marinate for 10–15 minutes before serving chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
Serving: 1peopleCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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