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Korean Sesame Broccoli Salad

This delicious Korean broccoli salad is fresh, green, and packed with the nutty flavour of sesame. It is the perfect broccoli side dish to complement any Asian meal.

Prep Time
13 mins
Cook Time
13 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 147 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Salad
Cuisine: Asian , Korean

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh broccoli *
  • 1 teaspoon salt for blanching
Sesame Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ½ teaspoon Salt, and more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon gochugaru or red pepper flakes (optional)
To Serve
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

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  1. If you have whole broccoli heads, slice the individual florets from the broccoli crown. Remove the tough outer skin of the remaining broccoli stalk with a sharp knife. Cut the peeled broccoli stalks into ½ inch (1 cm) slices.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Use enough water to submerge the broccoli florets. Add a teaspoon of salt. While you wait for the water to reach a rolling boil, fill a large bowl with cold water and ice.
  3. Add the broccoli florets to the boiling water and cook for one to two minutes. Drain the broccoli and immediately place the florets in the bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the sesame dressing ingredients. Mix the cooled broccoli with the dressing. Taste and add more salt as needed.
  5. Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and sprinkle with a tablespoon of the sesame seeds. Serve the salad cold or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use a head of broccoli, or buy raw broccoli florets. 
  • To toast sesame seeds, add them to a hot, dry skillet and cook for a few minutes. Or roast a large batch of sesame seeds in the oven.

Nutrition Information

Calories 147kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Sodium 1086mg (45%) Potassium 387mg (11%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 855IU (17%) Vitamin C 101mg (112%) Calcium 77mg (8%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 147

% Daily Value*

Calories 147kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Sodium 1086mg 45%
Potassium 387mg 8%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 855IU 17%
Vitamin C 101mg 112%
Calcium 77mg 8%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.