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Instructions
1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Blanch broccoli florets for 1 minute and 30 seconds. Drain and transfer to an ice bath. Once cooled, drain well and pat dry.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, sun-dried tomato oil, white vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
3
In a large serving bowl, combine the blanched broccoli, cannellini beans, minced sun-dried tomatoes, crumbled feta, lemon zest, sunflower seeds, and chopped red onion.
4
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
5
Allow the salad to rest for at least an hour before serving or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Ice Bath Broccoli for Perfect Texture 🧊Immediately plunge blanched broccoli into ice water to stop the cooking process and preserve its bright green color and crisp-tender bite, preventing it from becoming mushy when mixed with the dressing.
- Maximize Dressing Flavor with Infused Oil 🫒Use the sun-dried tomato oil in your vinaigrette to add concentrated depth; combine it with fresh lemon juice and white vinegar in a 2:1:1 ratio for perfectly balanced acidity and richness.
- Bloom Your Oregano for Intensity 🌿Mix dried oregano with a small amount of warm water or lemon juice 5 minutes before adding to the dressing to release its essential oils and intensify the herbaceous flavor throughout the salad.
- Toast Sunflower Seeds for Crunch 🌻Lightly toast sunflower seeds in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes before adding to the salad to enhance their nutty flavor and ensure they maintain their crispness rather than absorbing excess moisture from the dressing.
- Build Flavor Layers with Strategic Timing ⏰Add feta cheese and sunflower seeds just before serving to prevent them from getting soggy, while preparing the salad several hours ahead so beans and broccoli fully absorb the oregano-lemon dressing flavors.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Gluten Free
High Protein
Low-Cholesterol
Low Fat
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