Broccoli Peanut Salad Recipe 55 Food

BROCCOLI SALAD

Steps:

• Cut the bacon into small pieces and cook over medium heat just until crisp; drain on paper towels.
• Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli and blanch until bright green and slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Drain well, run under cold water to stop the cooking, and drain again.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, vinegar, onion, sugar and raisins. Add the broccoli and toss the coat with the dressing. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
• Just before servings, fold in the sunflower kernels and the bacon pieces. Serve immediately.

BROCCOLI SALAD WITH PEANUT VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Blanch broccoli florets about 3 minutes. Immediately refresh in a bowl of iced water and drain.
• Grind nuts in a blender or food processor until fine, being careful not to over process. Whisk nuts with remaining ingredients in a bowl until a vinaigrette is formed. Add broccoli, toss, and serve. The tossed salad may be stored in refrigerator for 6 to 8 hours.

PASTA SALAD WITH BROCCOLI AND PEANUTS

Steps:

• In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain, and rinse under cold water; set aside.
• Meanwhile, trim 1 inch from the stem end of broccoli stalks. Using a vegetable peeler or paring knife, peel outer layer of stalks; thinly slice crosswise. Separate florets into bite-size pieces.
• Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium.Add pepper flakes, broccoli, and 3/4 cup water; cover and cook until broccoli is crisp-tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Uncover and cook until liquid has evaporated and broccoli is tender, 2 to 4 minutes.
• In a large bowl, whisk together remaining 2 tablespoons oil, vinegar, peanut butter, and soy sauce until smooth. Add cooled pasta, broccoli, scallions, and peanuts; toss to combine. Serve immediately, or refrigerate and serve chilled.

BROCCOLI SALAD WITH PEANUT DRESSING

Steps:

• Blanch broccoli florets in hot salted water for about 3 minutes.
• Refresh in a bowl of iced water and drain.
• Whisk peanut butter with remaining ingredients in a bowl until a vinaigrette is formed.
• Add broccoli, toss, and serve.

THAI BROCCOLI SALAD

Steps:

• Combine first nine ingredients and toss well with broccoli, cabbage, bean sprouts, cilantro and mint.
• Allow salad to marinate in refrigerator 1 to 2 hours.
• Before serving, top with peanuts, sesame seeds or bell peppers.

BROCCOLI SALAD WITH PEANUTS AND TAHINI-LIME DRESSING

Steps:

• Trim the broccoli stalks and peel them to remove the tough outer layer. Cut off the florets, leaving as much of the stalk as possible intact, and set the florets aside. Using the shredding or julienne blade of a food processor, a mandoline or a sharp knife, julienne the stems and place them in a large bowl.
• Finely chop or julienne the florets and add them to the bowl, along with the scallions and peanuts.
• In a small bowl or glass measuring cup, combine the tahini, lime juice, sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic and hot sauce and whisk until smooth. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to coat. Set aside at room temperature for at least 15 minutes, tossing occasionally, to allow the broccoli to soften slightly.
• Just before serving, add the fresh herbs and toss well. (You can refrigerate for up to 8 hours before serving.)