March 16, 2021This is about...
Broccoli Bacon Salad ----YUM!
Broccoli Bacon Salad ----YUM!
STAYING AT HOME ALL DAY LONG MEANS THAT I'M SURROUNDED BY FOOD A-L-L D-A-Y L-O-N-G. My kitchen is one big room with a double island in the center and a kitchen table on one end---which I love. It's basically my whole downstairs except for a piano and TV, a bathroom and a bedroom. Food of all sorts is never more than a couple of feet away from me, as I'm always baking or concocting something yummy to eat. So, since I love to pick and snack--IT'S BECOME A STRUGGLE! And even though I can say "NO!" most of the time, I eventually give in to something delicious. In an effort to put on the brakes, I know I have to get in the habit of filling myself up with a lot more veggies.
There's so many veggies to choose from--where to start? HOW ABOUT BROCCOLI? I knew that broccoli would cover a lot of bases. It's a total superfood-- a cruciferous veggie that is packed with fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Plus it's a cancer-preventative, keeps your gut biome healthy, and reduces insulin resistance. What could be bad?
Typically I would steam or roast this veggie, but HERE'S A FAVE THAT USES RAW BROCCOLI AND IS TOTALLY YUMMY. I'm not going to promise that this will satisfy all of your cravings--nothing is going to compete with chocolate--but it is a tasty way to rack up some healthy bonus points.
LESSONS Learned:
1. Make extra bacon (I like a healthier no preservative version), because I guarantee that some of it will never make it to the salad.
2. I like to add the crispy bacon right before serving. That way it doesn't get soggy.
3. Get the freshest broccoli with the tightest heads you can find. It will make a difference in the flavor of the salad. Also, I like to cut up the flowerets into small pieces, so each piece is coated with more of the dressing.
4. Use other crunchy veggies or a combination. How about subbing in cauliflower, zucchini or cucumbers?
Broccoli Bacon Salad
Ingredients:
1/4 red onion, very thinly sliced
4 or more slices thinly sliced bacon, like Applegate Naturals
1 bunch broccoli, cut into small florets, about 5 cups
3 Tablespoons raisins or currants
1 Tablespoon mild honey
1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 Tablespoons olive oil
3 Tablespoons mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Make the salad:
Place the onions in a bowl and cover with cold water for around 15 minutes to remove the sharp bite of the raw onions.
Cut the bacon slices into one inch pieces. Cook until crispy and drain on paper towels.
Place the broccoli, and onions and raisins in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, honey, vinegar and Dijon mustard. Mix in the mayonnaise, salt and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to combine. Taste for seasoning if you want any more salt and/or pepper. Sprinkle the bacon pieces all over the top just before serving.
Makes 4-6 servings. YUM!
There's so many veggies to choose from--where to start? HOW ABOUT BROCCOLI? I knew that broccoli would cover a lot of bases. It's a total superfood-- a cruciferous veggie that is packed with fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Plus it's a cancer-preventative, keeps your gut biome healthy, and reduces insulin resistance. What could be bad?
Typically I would steam or roast this veggie, but HERE'S A FAVE THAT USES RAW BROCCOLI AND IS TOTALLY YUMMY. I'm not going to promise that this will satisfy all of your cravings--nothing is going to compete with chocolate--but it is a tasty way to rack up some healthy bonus points.
LESSONS Learned:
1. Make extra bacon (I like a healthier no preservative version), because I guarantee that some of it will never make it to the salad.
2. I like to add the crispy bacon right before serving. That way it doesn't get soggy.
3. Get the freshest broccoli with the tightest heads you can find. It will make a difference in the flavor of the salad. Also, I like to cut up the flowerets into small pieces, so each piece is coated with more of the dressing.
4. Use other crunchy veggies or a combination. How about subbing in cauliflower, zucchini or cucumbers?
Ingredients:
1/4 red onion, very thinly sliced
4 or more slices thinly sliced bacon, like Applegate Naturals
1 bunch broccoli, cut into small florets, about 5 cups
3 Tablespoons raisins or currants
1 Tablespoon mild honey
1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 Tablespoons olive oil
3 Tablespoons mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Make the salad:
Place the onions in a bowl and cover with cold water for around 15 minutes to remove the sharp bite of the raw onions.
Cut the bacon slices into one inch pieces. Cook until crispy and drain on paper towels.
Place the broccoli, and onions and raisins in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, honey, vinegar and Dijon mustard. Mix in the mayonnaise, salt and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to combine. Taste for seasoning if you want any more salt and/or pepper. Sprinkle the bacon pieces all over the top just before serving.
Makes 4-6 servings. YUM!
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