Fresh broccoli tossed in creamy garlic-Parmesan dressing with toasted almonds and cherry tomatoes. Easy, vegetarian, and gluten-free.
# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 pound fresh broccoli florets
02 - 1 small red onion, finely diced
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
→ Dressing
04 - ½ cup mayonnaise
05 - ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
06 - ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - ½ teaspoon salt
11 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Toppings
12 - ⅓ cup toasted slivered almonds or sunflower seeds
13 - ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
14 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
# Steps:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add broccoli florets and blanch for 1 to 2 minutes until bright green and just tender.
02 - Drain broccoli immediately and plunge into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels.
03 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and fully combined.
04 - In a large bowl, combine blanched broccoli, diced red onion, and cherry tomatoes if using. Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
05 - Sprinkle with toasted almonds or sunflower seeds and extra Parmesan cheese. Garnish generously with chopped fresh parsley.
06 - Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and develop.
