Crispy Chilli BroccoliServes 45 Plant Points
Sides


Crispy Chilli Broccoli


Serves 4

5 Plant Points

Plant Packed

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Allow to steam for 4 minutes, then drain and immediately run the broccoli under ice-cold water.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. Top with the pumpkin seeds and goji berries. Season and serve.