Sides
Crispy Chilli Broccoli
Serves 4
5 Plant Points
Plant Packed
Crispy Chilli Broccoli
Serves 4
5 Plant Points
This side salad is not your typical steamed broccoli. No, it has a lot of crunch and a whole host of superfoods piled in. We all know broccoli is good for us, but this salad takes it to another level with antioxidant-packed goji berries, vitamin C-rich chilli and essential fatty acids from the trusty olive oil.
Ingredients:
300g tenderstem broccoli
2 tbsp olive oil
zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 tsp chilli flakes
3 tbsp pumpkin seeds
3 tbsp goji berries
salt and pepper
Method:
Boil the water in the kettle. Put the broccoli florets into a large saucepan, and pour over the boiling water and add a pinch of salt. Put a lid on the pan, and keep it at a simmer over a low heat.
Allow to steam for 4 minutes, then drain and immediately run the broccoli under ice-cold water.
Heat a griddle pan over a high heat with ½ tablespoon olive oil. Grill the broccoli for 4 minutes, turning every minute or so to ensure that it cooks evenly.
Put the broccoli in a bowl with the rest of the olive oil, a pinch of salt and a good grind of pepper. Add the lemon zest and juice, and give everything a good stir.
Top with the pumpkin seeds and goji berries. Season and serve.