Sicilian Style Broccoli Salad
- Serves: 4
- Prep 40mins, Cook 20mins
- Easy to make
Sicilian-Style Broccoli Salad. A Mediterranean Power Bowl
Brighten up your plate with this refreshing Sicilian-style broccoli salad, inspired by Southern Italy’s sunny flavours and wholesome ingredients. Tender broccoli florets are tossed with lemon juice, capers, red onion, juicy olives, and a drizzle of olive oil—creating a crunchy, zesty symphony packed with nutrition:
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Rich in antioxidants & inflammation-fighters: Broccoli delivers sulforaphane and vitamin C, while olives add heart-protective polyphenols.
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Gut-friendly fibre: The fibrous blend of broccoli, onions, and olives supports healthy digestion and sustained energy.
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Healthy fats for nutrient absorption: Olive oil not only boosts omega-9s but enhances the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
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Bone & immune support: With vitamin K and minerals like calcium and magnesium, this salad offers bone-strengthening, immunity-enhancing nutrients.
Ideal as a colourful side dish, light lunch, or on-the-go meal prep option. Full of texture, freshness, and Mediterranean charm, this salad is a delicious way to eat well and feel well, any time of year.
Instructions
Step 1 -
Heat the oven to 180C
Put the grain of your choice to simmer until cooked and let cool,
Step 2 -
Cut the broccoli into bite sized florets and toss in olive oil, salt and lemon. Roast for 15 minutes until tender. Let cool.
Step 3 -
Whisk the dressing ingredients together.
Step 4 -
Add the rice to your salad bowl and mix the salad ingredient with the dressing. Top the rice wit the salad and sprinkle with sliced almonds. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 1 head Broccoli
- 2 cups cooked grain - black rice, quinoa etc
- 1/2 cup sliced olives of choice
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1.2 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
- 6 Red spring onions
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Zest of lemon
- Olive oil to serve
- Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp salt
