Organic Broccoli Recipes

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Looking for a different take on broccoli? The recipe for this week is a great make ahead dish that’s great for snacks, lunches, and cookouts. This sweet and tangy salad will liven up your taste buds with fresh flavors while giving you a healthy dose of organic vegetables!
Broccoli Raisin Salad

2 small heads of broccoli, cut into florets
¼ cup sweet onion, diced
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
½ cup raisins
½ cup almonds
¼ cup mayonnaise
3 tbl apple cider vinegar
1 tbl olive oil
2 tbl raw honey
salt and pepper to taste

¼ cup fresh chopped parsley, optional

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for blanching. Drop in the broccoli and blanch for 30 seconds. Remove broccoli and plunge into an ice bath to cool. Drain and reserve. Meanwhile, in a small mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, vinegar, olive oil, and honey and whisk together until smooth. When ready to assemble, combine the broccoli with the chopped vegetables, raisins, almonds, and dressing and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste and adjust seasonings accordingly. If using parsley, add to the salad and mix through. Cover, refrigerate, and allow to marinade for 2 hours before serving.