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Broccoli Currant Salad


Prep Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 30 minutes | Makes: 6 servings

Broccoli Currant Salad

INGREDIENTS

  • 6 cups broccoli florets, cut small

  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 cup carrots, grated

  • 1 apple, grated

  • 1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds

  • 1/2 cup red onion, chopped

  • 1/2 cup currants (or raisins)

  • 3 Tbs white balsamic vinegar

  • 1 Tbs olive oil

  • 1 Clove garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp maple syrup

  • salt and pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS

Prep

  • Cut broccoli into small florets.

  • Place steam rack in pot with enough water to reach bottom of rack, Add broccoli, bring to a boil and steam until broccoli turns bright green (2-3 minutes). Remove and drain in colander. Immediately rinse in cold water.

  • Chop onion and red pepper.

  • Grate carrots and apple.


Make
  1. To make the dressing, add vinegar, oil, garlic, and maple syrup to a mason jar and shake vigorously. Season with salt and pepper.

  2. Mix together broccoli, red peppers, carrots, apple, sunflower seeds, red onion, currants.

  3. Top with dressing and combine until all ingredients are covered.


Notes: This recipe is easy to make ahead and enjoy as additions to lunch, dinner, or a quick snack during your busy week.



Recipe Source: Living Plate RX



 

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