5.0 from 18 votes
Broccolini Salad
This warm broccolini salad, tossed in a tangy homemade apple cider vinaigrette, is the perfect light and healthy side dish. It's one of my all-time favorite salads made with sweet grapes, crunchy walnuts, and garlic!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 165 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Salad , Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine:
American , International
Ingredients
Broccolini Salad:
- 3 bunches broccolini about 1 ½ pounds
- 2 - 3 large garlic cloves minced
- ½ - 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup red onion finely diced
- ⅓ cup walnuts halved
- 1 - 1 ½ cups red seedless grapes halved
- Juice of ½ lemon
Apple Cider Vinaigrette:
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 - 2 tablespoon honey to taste
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes optional, for spice
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Trim the broccolini: Cut about ½ inch off the ends of the broccolini stems.
- Cook the broccolini: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the broccolini and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tops are lightly charred.
- Add garlic and steam: Stir in the minced garlic and salt, cooking for another 30 seconds to 1 minute until the garlic smells fragrant. Lower the heat to medium-low, add the water, and cover the pan with a lid. Let the broccolini steam for 3–5 minutes until it’s bright green and slightly crunchy.
- Make the dressing: While the broccolini cooks, whisk together all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Taste and adjust as needed.
- Assemble the salad: Once the broccolini is done, transfer it to a serving bowl. Add the red onion, walnuts, and grapes.
- Dress and serve: Drizzle the dressing on top, squeeze lemon juice over everything, and gently toss. Serve and enjoy!
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Notes
- Apple Cider Vinegar: can substitute with white whin vinager.
- Honey: can substitute with maple syrup in vegan.
- Walnuts: can substitute with pecans or pine nuts.
- Storing & Reheating: For best results, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 - 4 days. When you are ready to enjoy, simply eat cooled. I don't recommend warming it in the microwave because the grapes and walnuts will get soggy.
Nutrition Information
Calories
165kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
29g
(10%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Sodium
625mg
(26%)
Potassium
196mg
(6%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
11g
(22%)
Vitamin A
1645IU
(33%)
Vitamin C
86mg
(96%)
Calcium
84mg
(8%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 165
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 165kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 625mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 196mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 1645IU | 33% |
| Vitamin C | 86mg | 96% |
| Calcium | 84mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.