Chinese-Style Broccoli Salad

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 4

Healthy and flavorful Chinese-Style Broccoli Salad recipe

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

130

Sugar

Fat

10g

Chinese-Style Broccoli Salad is a simple, yet delicious addition to any meal. This salad has a refreshing taste and a crunchy texture that can be a great complement to any protein. The dish is a great way to get more vegetables into your diet in a tasty and unique way. The dressing is full of flavor, thanks to the combination of soy sauce and sesame oil. This salad is also perfect for vegetarians and vegans, as it's completely plant-based. It can be served as a side dish or main meal on its own.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the broccoli heads, cut into small florets, and set aside.
2.	In a small bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon of salt, light soy sauce, white vinegar, sesame oil, and sugar.
3.	In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the remaining tablespoon of salt. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes or until they are just tender. Drain the hot water and rinse the broccoli with cold water.
4.	Combine the cooked and cooled broccoli with the dressing in a large mixing bowl. Stir until the broccoli is well-coated with the dressing.
5.	Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.
6.	Serve cold and enjoy!

PROS

This Chinese-Style Broccoli Salad is packed with nutrients and flavor, making it a healthy addition to any meal.
It’s low in calories and fat, high in fiber and vitamins.

The dressing is tangy and savory, mixing soy sauce and sesame oil to create a umami flavor.

CONS

Some may find the dressing too salty or strong.
The salad may be too crunchy for some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Broccoli is a great source of vitamin C, K, and A, as well as folic acid and fiber.
Soy sauce is rich in umami flavor and can contribute to overall healthy eating as it often serves as a substitute for other high-sugar condiments.

	2 heads fresh broccoli
	2 tablespoons vegetable oil
	1 tablespoon salt
	2 tablespoons light soy sauce
	2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
	2 tablespoons sesame oil
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1 tablespoon white sugar