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Broccoli Salad

Blanched broccoli tossed with a tangy garlic-lemon dressing. Quick, crisp, and great as a side or light salad.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 headbroccoli cut into small florets
  • 2 tablespoonolive oil
  • 2 tablespoonrice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoonlemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 4 clovesgarlic minced
  • 1 teaspoonmustard
  • 1/2 teaspoonsalt
  • 1/2 teaspoonpepper
  • 1 teaspoonred pepper flakes

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Colander
  • Paper Towels
  • Serving Bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil and place a bowl of ice water nearby to make an ice bath.
  2. Add the broccoli florets to the boiling water and cook 2–3 minutes, until tender-crisp.
  3. While the broccoli cooks, make the dressing: in a small bowl whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 4 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon mustard, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper, and 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes until combined. Set aside.
  4. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked broccoli immediately to the ice bath. Let sit in the ice bath 5 minutes to stop the cooking.
  5. Drain the broccoli in a colander, then spread it on paper towels (or a clean kitchen towel) and pat gently until the broccoli is well dried.
  6. Transfer the dried broccoli to a serving bowl, pour the dressing over it, and toss thoroughly to coat.
  7. Serve immediately or let the salad sit 5–10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer leftovers to an airtight container. Store in the fridge for3-5 days.
This salad can befrozenas well. It will last up to 1 year if stored in an airtight container.