Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Broccoli and Tomato Salad is the perfect balance of nutrition and taste. Featuring tender blanched broccoli florets, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp red onion, this vibrant salad is brought to life with a zesty homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep and is an ideal side dish for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a healthy summer salad or a colorful addition to your dinner table, this recipe is a delicious way to enjoy the flavors of fresh produce. Perfect for meal prep, low-carb diets, or a light, refreshing bite!
Bring a pot of water to a boil and prepare a bowl of ice water for blanching the broccoli.
Cut the broccoli into small florets and blanch them in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes, until bright green and slightly tender.
Immediately transfer the broccoli to the ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain well and set aside.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion. Finely chop the fresh parsley.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large bowl, combine the blanched broccoli, cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and chopped parsley.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine and coat all the ingredients evenly.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and enjoy immediately as a side or light meal.
Serving size | 835.6 grams (835.6g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 647 |
Total Fat 45.20g | 58% |
Saturated Fat 6.30g | 32% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 1955mg | 85% |
Total Carbohydrate 52.40g | 19% |
Dietary Fiber 15.10g | 54% |
Total Sugars 22.40g | |
Protein 14.40g | 29% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 266mg | 20% |
Iron 5mg | 27% |
Potassium 2136mg | 45% |
Source of Calories