Salada de Brócolis

Salada de Brócolis is a vibrant Brazilian salad that combines tender broccoli with refreshing ingredients, offering a delightful crunch and a burst of flavors. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, this vegan salad is both nutritious and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• Broccoli - 200 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams
• Red onion - 50 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Chickpeas - 100 grams, cooked
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the broccoli florets for 3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
2. Immediately transfer the broccoli to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process, then drain and set aside.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes (halved), red onion (thinly sliced), chickpeas, and blanched broccoli.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
6. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins C and K from broccoli, supporting immune health and bone strength.
• High in fiber from chickpeas, promoting digestive health and satiety.

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