Broccoli Salad with Tahini Dressing

Broccoli Salad with Tahini Dressing- this crunchy salad makes a healthy side for a summer cookout.

Tahini Based Dressing

Tahini makes a great base for plant-based dressings. Made from ground sesame seeds, it adds creaminess. Tahini can be a little bitter, so a little maple syrup is added to the dressing to cut the bitterness. Honey or sugar substitute can be used instead.

There’s also orange juice for some acidity and more sweetness, tamari for saltiness, a little sesame oil for flavor and 1 garlic clove.

Crunchy Broccoli Salad

Cut the broccoli into small florets. Raw broccoli can be a little difficult to chew and swallow. It also gets coated in dressing better if it is in small pieces.

Variationson Broccoli Salad with Tahini Dressing

In addition to the broccoli, I like to add celery, red onion, carrots, and sunflower seeds, but these ingredients can be substituted out. Try using cauliflower, red bell pepper, diced apple, sliced grapes, or walnuts. Crumbled cooked bacon is also a great addition as is feta cheese.

Make Ahead Of Time

If you want to make this recipe ahead of time, make the dressing and the salad and keep them separate. Mix together just before serving. The dressing will stay good for about a week. Be sure to store it in the refrigerator.

Storage

Will keep for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator, but the broccoli will lose its crunch over time.

More Crunchy Salad Recipes

• Bacon Cauliflower Salad
• Carrot Feta Salad
• Healthy Broccoli Apple Salad
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