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creamy broccoli & avocado salad

creamy broccoli & avocado salad

👨‍🍳 Chefy Tip: Blanch broccoli 2 minutes, shock immediately — holding heat turns the florets mushy. Mash avocado fully with lemon and garlic first, then fold broccoli in. The dressing has to coat every floret, not sit at the bottom of the bowl.

Serves
2
Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Moderate
Calories
220
Carbs
18g
Protein
6g
Fat
15g

Flavor Profile

🥦 Fresh and mildly sweet from broccoli
🥑 Buttery and creamy with ripe avocado
🍋 Bright and tangy from fresh lemon juice
🧄 Savory and aromatic with garlic undertones
🌶️ A hint of spice from red pepper flakes

Ingredients

🥦 2 cups broccoli florets, lightly blanched
🥑 1 ripe avocado, mashed
🍋 Juice of 1/2 lemon
🛢️ 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
🧄 1 clove garlic, minced
🧂 1/2 tsp sea salt
🌶️ 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
🥜 2 tbsp toasted sunflower seeds (optional)

Instructions

01

Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for 2 minutes, then drain and cool.

02

In a large bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes.

03

Add the blanched broccoli and mix until well coated.

04

Drizzle with olive oil and toss gently to combine.

05

Top with toasted sunflower seeds before serving.

🧬 Food Science

Broccoli is a powerhouse of vitamin C, containing more per serving than an orange. Avocados are high in monounsaturated fats, which help support brain function and heart health.

Pair It

🥂 A citrus-infused sparkling water or green tea complements the flavors.
🍽️ Pair with roasted sweet potatoes for a hearty meal, or serve with quinoa for an extra protein boost.