Best Broccoli Salad Recipe
Servings 6 servings
Calories 329kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice (cooked; see notes)
- 1 cup red rice (cooked; you can substitute with white, brown or wild rice)
- 1 lb broccoli (cut into small, bite size florets)
- 1 sweet bell pepper (red, yellow, or orange)
- 1/2 lb spicy salami (diced or cut into matchsticks; you can substitute with ham, grilled chicken, etc.)
For the dressing:
- 3 Tbsp mayo (good quality)
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1 Tbsp olive oil (good quality)
- 2 Tbsp white wine vinegar
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
For the garnish:
- 1 cup micro greens
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Drop broccoli florets and cook for exactly 3 minutes. Remove broccoli from the boiling water and shock with ice-cold water. Set aside.Tip: to have the broccoli retain its vibrant green color, add a teaspoon of oil to the boiling water.
- Combine all of the ingredients for the dressing in a large bowl. Whisk until well blended. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- To the bowl with the dressing, add the broccoli, rice, bell pepper and salami. Toss until well coated.
- Transfer the salad into individual salad bowl, garnish with micro greens and serve.
Notes
For best results, cook rice in well-seasoned beef or vegetable broth. This will make a superb-tasting rice that will make the broccoli salad taste great as well.