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The Easiest, Most Refreshing Broccoli Salad Youll Ever Make – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

The Easiest, Most Refreshing Broccoli Salad You'll Ever Make

Forget complicated side dishes! This Creamy Dill Broccoli Salad is the epitome of fresh, fast, and flavorful. In just 15 minutes, you can create a vibrant, tender-crisp salad that's bursting with the bright taste of fresh dill and the rich creaminess of mayonnaise. It's the perfe
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 3 serving
Calories: 303.3
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz (450 g) broccoli, about 1 large head
  • 1/2 cup (115 g / 4.1 oz) mayonnaise
  • 3/4 cup (15 g / 0.53 oz) fresh dill, finely chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • for Success
  • Plunge the boiled broccoli into an ice bath for 2 minutes after draining. This locks in the vibrant green color and ensures a perfectly crisp texture.
  • For a zesty kick, add 1/4 cup (960 ml) of finely chopped red onion or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the dressing.
  • Ensure the broccoli is completely cool and as dry as possible before mixing with the mayonnaise to prevent a watery salad.

Method
 

  1. Prep the Broccoli: Wash and chop the broccoli florets into small, bite-sized pieces.
  2. Peel the tough outer layer from the stems and dice them into even smaller pieces. 2. Blanch the Broccoli: Bring a medium pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil.
  3. Add the broccoli and cook for 3-5 minutes, until tender-crisp and bright green.
  4. Do not overcook. 3.
  5. Cool Down: Immediately drain the broccoli in a colander and rinse under cold running water to stop the cooking process. Shake well to remove excess water and set aside to cool completely. 4.
  6. Mix the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled broccoli, mayonnaise, and chopped fresh dill.
  7. Stir gently until the broccoli is evenly coated in the creamy dressing. 5.
  8. Finish and Serve: Season with salt to your preference. For the best flavor, let it chill for 20-30 minutes before serving, or enjoy immediately.
  9. Add a delightful crunch by mixing in a handful of toasted sunflower seeds or slivered almonds just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 303.3kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4.03gFat: 28.1g

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