Salada de Brócolis com Ovo

Salada de Brócolis com Ovo is a vibrant Brazilian salad that pairs tender broccoli with protein-packed eggs, creating a nutritious and satisfying dish. This salad is not only colorful but also offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors.

Ingredients

• Broccoli - 250 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the broccoli florets. Blanch for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and shock in ice water to stop the cooking process.
2. In the same pot, gently add the eggs and boil for 8-10 minutes for hard-boiled eggs. Once done, place them in cold water to cool before peeling.
3. In a large bowl, combine the blanched broccoli, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Peel the cooled eggs and cut them into quarters. Add them to the salad mixture.
6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
7. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 186 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin C and fiber from broccoli.

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