Spicy Broccoli Salad

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From EatingWell:  November/December 1994

Steamed broccoli is tossed with an Asian-inspired dressing in this quick and easy salad.

4 servings | Active Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds broccoli
• 3 tablespoons chopped red bell pepper
• 3 tablespoons chopped red onion
• 3 tablespoons rice-wine vinegar, or distilled white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• Salt, to taste

Preparation

1. Cut off broccoli florets. Trim and peel stems; cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Place broccoli florets and stems in a steamer basket over boiling water; cover and steam until cooked but still crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Refresh under cold water. Drain well.
2. Stir together bell pepper, onion, vinegar, oil, brown sugar and crushed red pepper in a serving bowl. Just before serving, add the broccoli and toss to combine. Season with salt.

Nutrition

Per serving : 109 Calories; 4 g Fat; 1 g Sat; 2 g Mono; 0 mg Cholesterol; 17 g Carbohydrates; 5 g Protein; 5 g Fiber; 264 mg Sodium; 569 mg Potassium

1 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 2 1/2 vegetable, 1/2 fat